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Gahanna

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Known as the “Herb Capital of Ohio,” Gahanna was founded along the Big Walnut Creek in 1849; the name Gahanna is derived from a Native American word for three creeks joining into one and is the former name of the Big Walnut Creek. Gahanna offers all of the sights and sounds of nostalgic Americana. Today, visitors can take a paddleboat ride down the meandering Big Walnut Creek, explore yesteryear in 16 historic landmarks, and stop by Historic Olde Gahanna. In October 2004, Gahanna's new Creekside Gahanna redevelopment and park extension project began, making way for everything from public spaces and restaurants to residences and office space. As of late 2007, the project businesses began to open. The area in Olde Gahanna became known as Creekside.

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Frank M. Morrison, of Taylor Station in Franklin county, organized the Franklin Brick and Tile Co in 1898. He also founded the Gahanna Bank on Mill Street. Frank's father was a founder of Gahanna.
Jesse Baughman came to Mifflin township in 1805. He became Franklin County Commmissioner in 1851, and in 1853 founded the village of Bridgeport, which became Gahanna on 10/6/1881.
Columbus Metropolitan Library Gahanna Branch, 310 Granville St in 1999.
Henry C Swisher House, 4465 S Hamilton Rd in 1880.
Peace Lutheran Church, Sanctuary Church
Peace Lutheran Church, Sanctuary Church
Big Walnut Creek
Ice Skating at Creekside
Gahanna Arch