WELCOME TO WAYNE COUNTY

The rural charm of Wayne County's rolling hills, lush woods, and scenic farmland is only the beginning of the offerings available to visitors and residents.

YEAR ROUND DESTINATION

An abundance of cultural activities and events make Wayne County a great destination any time of the year. From the Ohio Light Opera's nationally recognized theater in the summer to the Wayne Center Ballet Company's Nutcracker in the winter, there is something to satisfy every taste year round.

Known as the "Gateway to Amish Country," Wayne and the surrounding counties are home to the world's largest Amish population. Famous for their beautiful quilts and high-quality craftsmanship, the Amish people are also known for their peaceful ways and timeless lifestyle. A large number of restaurants, shops and stores feature authentic Amish products, from food to furniture. Numerous world-renowned companies call Wayne County home including The J.M. Smucker Company, Wooster Brush Company, and The Cat's Meow Village, creators of the popular two-dimensional wooden collectibles. Shop at one-of-a-kind retail stores such as Lehman's Hardware, P. Graham Dunn Gallery, The J.M. Smucker Co. Store and Cafe, and E&H Ace Hardware Flagship Store.

Wayne County provides a wealth of educational opportunities as well, from 10 local historical societies rich with local history, to major colleges including The College of Wooster, University of Akron Wayne College, and The Ohio State University Agricultural Technical Institute (ATI), and the College of Food, Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. The Secrest Arboretum on the Wooster OSU campus offers 110 acres of a living museum of plants from all over the world.

Experience

Whether you are looking for a peaceful get-a-way to a cozy bed & breakfast, a shopping experience in a wide variety of stores, or an entertaining cultural event, you can find…

Getting Here & Getting Around

Getting to Wayne County, Ohio, is convenient with several transportation options available. Travelers can choose from multiple airports to reach the region, with Columbus Ohio…