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Van Wert, Ohio 45891

Van Wert is in Van Wert County in northwest Ohio and named for Isaac Van Wart, a Revolutionary War hero, credited with capturing Major John Andre, a British spy.


Situated in the Heartland of America, we are known for our agriculture, industry, and traditional values.

Van Wert was known at one time as the Peony Capital of the world.

Van Wert is home to the first county library in the United States, the Brumback Library.

Van Wert was the Liederkranz Cheese Capital of the world at one time.

Van Wert is located at the intersection of US Rt 127 and Lincoln Highway. Both highways host annual yard sales that bring many visitors to Van Wert each August.

Van Wert is the hometown of Larry Smith, reknowned college football coach.