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Village in Lorain County, Ohio, US
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Wellington is a small town in Lorain county, Ohio, some 20 miles south of Lake Erie. It was established in 1855 and came to national prominence in 1858 when some three dozen men stormed the town hotel, rescued a runaway slave from a US posse, and smuggled him to freedom in Canada.
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Main Street in Wellington offers shopping opportunities and an array of historic homes dating as far back as the 1830s.
A historic town hall building.
Museum with memorabilia from local history, including oil paintings by Archibald Willard.
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A partially preserved historic railroad that was constructed to send industrial supplies to West Virginia.
Agricultural event with world class entertainment, tractor pulls, live animals, demo derby, combine derby and horse racing. The Lorain County Fair offers a week-long family activity with rides, crafts, live music, and their famous demolition derby. You can also take a ride on an old fashion steam train.
A festival that celebrates Scottish heritage. Includes demonstrations of Scottish art and music.
One hundred years old, Bonnie Brae Farms is a champion Elk farm in Ohio's gorgeous rolling countryside. Gift shop & venison sales. Open summer weekend and special events. On special days, tours of the farm are available.
Fort's Olde Town Tavern
Has live music.
Wellington is at the intersection of SR 18, and SR 58. Oberlin is directly north of Wellington on SR58.
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