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Famous Historical Street Names

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When the plat was developed around 1916 by Charles Kettering and Edward Deeds for housing development for workers at nearby

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First Schoolhouse

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A new Moraine Historical Marker was erected in 2021 designating Moraine’s First Schoolhouse. The schoolhouse, located at 3562 Vance Road,

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Soldiers Home Road

July 19, 2018 adminav

Due to President Abraham Lincoln’s appeal to Congress following the Civil War (1861-1865) several National Homes for Union veterans were

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Laughead Cabin

November 16, 2017 adminav

Former site of a log cabin built in 1803 by David Laughead, a Revolutionary War soldier, great-grandfather of William B.

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The Great Miami Turnpike

October 26, 2017 adminav

Several turnpike companies were chartered to build macadamized (compacted broken stone) roads connecting Cincinnati to Dayton. One of these was

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Moraine Field

October 25, 2017 adminav

Trained by the Wright Brothers at a rate of $1 per hour, Bernard Whelan toured the country as an exhibition

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Zion Memorial Church

October 23, 2017 adminav

The first church in Moraine was Zion Memorial United Church of Christ established in 1820. The first church was built

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Wright Seaplane Base

October 23, 2017 adminav

A quarter mile south at the inner bend of the Great Miami River was one of the world’s first seaplane

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Delco-Light & Frigidaire

October 23, 2017 adminav

Two of the owners of the Moraine Development Company, Charles Kettering and Colonel Edward Deeds were responsible for rapid changes

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Historic Blanchard Avenue

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In 1917, fourteen homes were built on Edison Avenue (now Blanchard Avenue). Gas lines were installed , the street paved

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The City of Moraine
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The City of Moraine

May 31st from 10a to 8p at Wax Park, be sure to come out and celebrate the City of Moraine's 60th Anniversary ... See MoreSee Less

May 31st from 10a to 8p at Wax Park, be sure to come out and celebrate the City of Moraines 60th Anniversary
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The City of Moraine
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Check out our FREE amusement rides at our 60th Anniversary celebration on Saturday, May 31st from 10am to 8pm at Wax Park.

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60th Celebration - The City of Moraine

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Mark your calendars! The City of Moraine will celebrate its 60th Anniversary (1965-2025) on Saturday, May 31st from 10am to
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City of Moraine 60th Fun Facts: The Frigidaire plant expanded in 1950 to produce washers and dryers

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City of Moraine 60th Fun Facts: The Frigidaire plant expanded in 1950 to produce washers and dryers

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City of Moraine 60th Fun Facts: Ellerton Cemetery is over 100 years old and has a unknown civil war soldier buried there

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City of Moraine 60th Fun Facts: Ellerton Cemetery is over 100 years old and has a unknown civil war soldier buried there

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The City of Moraine
2 days ago
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This Saturday the City of Moraine will celebrate its 60th Anniversary (1965-2025) from 10am to 8pm by holding a one-day Festival at Wax Park. The festival will feature food and craft vendors, amusement rides, concerts and a car cruise-in.

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3 days ago
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Our car cruise-in for our 60th Anniversary celebration is on Saturday, May 31st at 10a - 12p at Wax Park.

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3 days ago
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City of Moraine 60th Fun Facts: Splash Moraine opened in 1999 and the 55,000 sq ft Payne Recreation Center, opened in 2000

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City of Moraine 60th Fun Facts: Splash Moraine opened in 1999 and the 55,000 sq ft Payne Recreation Center, opened in 2000

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4 days ago
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City of Moraine 60th Fun Facts: Moraine All-Veterans Memorial was built in 2002 and has over 250 memorial bricks

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City of Moraine 60th Fun Facts: Moraine All-Veterans Memorial was built in 2002 and has over 250 memorial bricks

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The City of Moraine
4 days ago
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The countdown is on for our 60th Anniversary Celebration Festival — and we’re excited to announce the food truck lineup you won’t want to miss!

Here’s who’s rolling in to serve up delicious eats:

Cali-OH Eats Cajun Specialties The Little Bear Group Food Truck Frios Gourmet Pops Festival Fresh Popcorn Freda'sftt Schmidt's Sausage Truck Billie Gold Bubble Tea Freakin Rican's Food Truck Shannon's Southern Style Sweet Tea Dunkers and Beans Squeaky Wheels Cups & Cones DiamondDaiquiris The Lumpia Queen The Wrappin' & Rollin' Cafe

Whether you're coming hungry or just looking for something tasty between activities, there’s something for everyone.

Wax Park 3800 Main Street, Moraine, Oh 45439
May 31st, 2025 10am - 8pm
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The countdown is on for our 60th Anniversary Celebration Festival — and we’re excited to announce the food truck lineup you won’t want to miss! 

Here’s who’s rolling in to serve up delicious eats:

Cali-OH Eats Cajun Specialties The Little Bear Group Food Truck Frios Gourmet Pops Festival Fresh Popcorn Fredasftt Schmidts Sausage Truck Billie Gold Bubble Tea Freakin Ricans Food Truck Shannons Southern Style Sweet Tea Dunkers and Beans Squeaky Wheels Cups & Cones DiamondDaiquiris The Lumpia Queen The Wrappin & Rollin Cafe 

Whether youre coming hungry or just looking for something tasty between activities, there’s something for everyone.

Wax Park 3800 Main Street, Moraine, Oh 45439
May 31st, 2025 10am - 8pm
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