First founded in 1797, Lake County’s largest city evolved from a quiet farming community to a vibrant city of 50,000 residents and 1,700 businesses.
A lot has changed over the past 225+ years but the enduring spirit of our founders remains.
We invite you to explore local sites of interest including the James A. Garfield National Historic Site, where the 20th President of the United States conducted his iconic front-porch campaign in 1880. We’ve identified landmarks throughout the city that help tell our story…what was, and in some instances, what could have been. Each stop reveals stories of pioneers, industrialists, and local heroes who shaped Mentor into what it is today.
We hope you enjoy your journey which begins at mentorhistory.com.