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Perry County is a county located in the U.S. state of Ohio. As of the 2020 census, the population was 35,408. [2] . Its county seat is New Lexington. [3] . It was established on March 1, 1818, from parts of Fairfield, Washington and Muskingum counties. The county is named for Oliver Hazard Perry, a hero of the War of 1812. [4] .
Perry County is in the southeastern part of Ohio. Perry County was founded on December 26, 1817 and was the 55th county to be formed in Ohio. It was named for Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry, a hero of the War of 1812. New Lexington is the county seat and is roughly 55 miles southeast of Columbus.
Learn about the history and attractions of Perry County's 14 villages, from coal and oil boom towns to pottery and earthworks sites. Explore the Facebook pages and websites of each village for more information and photos.
Learn about Perry County's history, nature, and culture in this web page. Explore its rural and forested landscapes, its coal mining heritage, its national forest, and its lakes.
The Discover Perry County Visitors Bureau promotes food, beverage, indoor & outdoor adventures, places to camp, relax and unwind in Ohio.
Learn about the history, geography, and famous people of Perry County, named for Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry. Explore the Little Cities of Black Diamonds, Buckeye Lake, and the ceramics villages of Crooksville and Roseville.
Perry County is a county located in the U.S. state of Ohio. As of the 2020 census, the population was 35,408. Its county seat is New Lexington. It was established on March 1, 1818, from parts of Fairfield, Washington and Muskingum counties. The county is named for Oliver Hazard Perry, a hero of the War of 1812.
