After "Mad" Anthony Wayne's 1794 victory at Fallen Timbers, settlers began to inhabit the area now known as Whitehouse due to its canal access and good farming land. The village was named after Edward Whitehouse, Treasurer of the Wabash Railroad. The town plat was officially recorded in 1864.
Today, Whitehouse is a desirable, cozy community located in the highly rated Anthony Wayne School District. US News & World Report ranks AW High School in the top 15% of all Ohio schools. Property values in Whitehouse, OH are currently 56% higher than NWO's average sale price. Find out what makes Whitehouse such a coveted place to live!
top eateries
the whitehouse inn | 10835 waterville st
local thyme | 6719 providence st
route 64 pub & grub | 10335 waterville st
buzz family diner | 6670 providence st
jo-jo's pizza | 10315 waterville st
share our grounds | 6726 providence st
general's ice cream | 6751 providence st
things to do
the butterfly house at wheeler farms | 11455 obee rd
Unfortunately the Butterfly House is closed for repairs after a spring storm, but right now is the perfect time to visit Wheeler Farm's corn mazes! There are 3 corn mazes of varying skill levels and the theme this year is the good old Glass City. You can also visit Wheeler Farms in the winter to find the perfect Christmas tree.
oak openings | 4139 girdham rd
Located between Whitehouse and Swanton, Oak Openings is the largest Toledo Metropark with 5,000 acres.
wabash cannonball trail
This trail spans 64 miles and goes through 4 counties. It has 2 forks with the North Fork running from Maumee to Montpelier with a paved connection to Oak Openings. The South Fork stretches from Maumee to Liberty Center and is connected to Blue Creek Metropark. View trail access here.
blue creek conservation area | waterville-neapolis rd at schadel rd
Blue Creek has nearly 680 acres with wetlands, a quarry, and a trail leading to the fishing pond.
whitehouse village park | 6751 providence st
Whitehouse Village Park has accessible swings, pickleball, basketball, baseball diamonds, and a fishing quarry.
the color of fun (paint & sip) | 5940 weckerly rd
The Color of Fun offers creative paint parties, online drawing and painting instructions, art kits, and more! Follow them on Facebook for the latest events.
whitehouse cherry fest
Annual event held at Whitehouse Park and throughout downtown.
whitehouse founder's day
Annual July 5th event with fireworks at dusk.
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