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32-698: The Geauga County Agricultural and Manufacturing Society was formed in February 1823 to "promote Agriculture & Domestic Manufactures" and held the first annual fair on the square in Chardon, Ohio on October 23. The early fairs were alternately held in Burton and Chardon , with at least one fair held in Painesville , Ohio prior to the separation of Lake County from Geauga County in 1840. It has been held exclusively in Burton since

64-471: A fanlight . Above the door is a balcony lined with wrought iron railings. A central window is located in the middle of the tower with two long arched windows, each topped with circular windows like the ones above the second floor windows. The entire building, base to weathervane is 112 feet (34 m) tall. In 1974 the courthouse was listed on the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) as part of

96-544: A storm dropped over 70 inches (178 cm) of lake-effect snow in the city over a period of six days. Governor George Voinovich declared a state of emergency as a result, and the Ohio National Guard was brought in to assist with the cleanup. Chardon has a humid continental climate ( Dfb ). Summer days are warm to hot while nights remain cool. Summer is also the rainiest time of the year. Winters are moderately long, cold, and very snowy. Precipitation peaks during

128-589: Is a four-day celebration that takes place on the Chardon Square the last weekend in April. The festival has been rescheduled numerous times because of snowstorms in April due to Chardon's location in the “ snow belt ” of the Great Lakes ; it receives a large amount of snowfall every year. Chardon has an active performance art community. The Geauga Lyric Theater Guild is housed in the renovated Geauga Theater building, which

160-404: Is known about it. The next year, the county seat was reassigned to Chardon . Chardon quickly constructed a courthouse, which was completed in 1808. The one-room, log structure with chimney was completely outfitted with wooden amenities. It had split-log benches, rough wood floors and a stick chimney. This courthouse served the county until 1813, when officials agreed a new and sturdier building

192-506: Is located about 10 miles south of Lake Erie and within the "snow belt" of the Great Lakes and is part of the Cleveland metropolitan area . Chardon is named after Peter Chardon Brooks , who donated land to build Chardon Square . Chardon Township celebrates its incorporation in 1812, and thus the City of Chardon does the same. On July 24–25, 1868, a large fire destroyed the center of uptown,

224-483: Is water. With an average annual snowfall of 107 inches (272 cm), Chardon is notable for being the snowiest city in Ohio. This is mainly due to its location on a 730-foot (223 m) ridge approximately 10 miles (16 km) inland from Lake Erie, creating the perfect conditions for orographic lift and its associated heavy snowfall when winter winds blow across the lake. In 1996, from November 9 through November 13,

256-495: The Chardon Courthouse Square District . The courthouse has undergone several revisions since its initial construction. It was wired for electricity in 1898 and central heating was installed in 1902. An elevator to the third floor was added in 1960, and in 1965, the second-floor courtroom underwent major renovations, including the removal of the dome in its ceiling. This created enough room above it for

288-437: The National Register in 1974 as part of the Chardon Courthouse Square District . Geauga County was established in 1806, settled initially by migrants primarily from New York and New England, part of the northern tier of culture and politics. It was carved out of Trumbull County . The county seat was first placed at New Market , where a courthouse was built. The records about this first courthouse are inconsistent and little

320-611: The Band-O-Rama where local bands and cheerleaders perform. View the Daily Schedule at [1] Demolition derby is a motor sport that is held at most fairs around the world. The races include up to five drivers that dodge their vehicles into one another and the last vehicle that is left is declared the winner. Truck and Tractor Pull consists of street licensed 4x4 trucks weighing up to 8,000 pounds pulling item that are up to 10,000 or more pounds [2] Attendees must purchase tickets to see

352-542: The Demolition Derby, Truck Pull and Rodeo - available online at [3] Archived 2017-08-17 at the Wayback Machine The Foundation Board includes: Each year there is an election held for new fair officers. There is also a board of twenty-one elected fair directors. Each fair director is elected from different townships with each holding a term for up to three years. The elected fair officials for

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384-521: The State of Ohio Board of Education for eleven consecutive years. Chardon has a public library, a branch of the Geauga County Public Library . Geauga County Courthouse The Geauga County Courthouse is located at 100 Short Court Street in Chardon , Ohio . The cornerstone was laid September 10, 1869 and construction was completed on August 20, 1870. The courthouse was listed on

416-708: The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that the First Amendment did not shield the broadcaster from liability from common law copyright claims. The fair went on hiatus in 1917-18, 1942-44 and 2020. There are over 300 vendors and concessionaries providing delicious fair food and amazing products and services. Enjoy live music, shows and demonstrations daily. In 2017, there will be magic shows, pig races and The Flying Pages Aerial Thrill Show - over 65 events. Main Grandstand Events include: Demolition derby , Tractor and Truck Pull , Broken Horn Rodeo, Horse Pulling, Harness Racing and

448-428: The age of 18 living with them, 42.1% were married couples living together, 12.2% had a female householder with no husband present, 3.9% had a male householder with no wife present, and 41.8% were non-families. 37.4% of all households were made up of individuals, and 15.8% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.21 and the average family size was 2.94. The median age in

480-504: The area now known as Chardon Square. The fire originated in the Parlin Parkin's grocery store, and spread rapidly. By the time the fire was contained, the courthouse, post office, and many stores on the square were destroyed. Damage was estimated at around $ 120,000. Chardon Square was quickly rebuilt following the fire. A new county courthouse , which still stands today, was completed in 1869. Many other buildings that were constructed after

512-511: The area surrounding the city are served by the Chardon Local School District . The district contains Chardon High School , as well as one middle school, and two elementary schools: Park and Munson. Hambden and Maple were no longer elementary schools starting in the 2018–2019 school year. Hambden and Munson elementary are not within the city limits. As of the 2011–2012 school year, the district had received an "Excellent" rating from

544-402: The average family size was 3.02. In the city the population was spread out, with 24.9% under the age of 18, 6.9% from 18 to 24, 29.9% from 25 to 44, 22.5% from 45 to 64, and 15.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females, there were 84.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 79.3 males. The median income for a household in the city

576-519: The city was 41.1 years. 23.5% of residents were under the age of 18; 7.4% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 24.8% were from 25 to 44; 26.5% were from 45 to 64; and 17.7% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.1% male and 54.9% female. Chardon is known for its maple syrup industry. Celebration of the syrup season begins at Tapping Sunday in March, when the sap is at prime thawing temperature. The annual Geauga County Maple Festival

608-466: The city. The population density was 1,124.0 inhabitants per square mile (434.0/km ). There were 2,457 housing units at an average density of 536.5 per square mile (207.1/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 96.9% White , 0.8% Black , 0.2% Native American , 0.6% Asian , 0.2% from other races , and 1.3% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.5% of the population. There were 2,285 households, of which 29.1% had children under

640-542: The fire also survive and are used today. On February 27, 2012, a student from Lake Academy in Willoughby, Ohio opened fire at the Chardon High School cafeteria, killing three and injuring two students. Daniel Parmertor, 16 years old, was killed at the time of the shooting. Two other victims, Demetrius Hewlin and Russell King, Jr., were pronounced dead on February 28. The shooter was taken into custody by police and

672-553: The month of August. As of the census of 2000, there were 5,156 people, 2,147 households, and 1,344 families residing in the city. The population density was 1,120.1 inhabitants per square mile (432.5/km ). There were 2,271 housing units at an average density of 493.3 per square mile (190.5/km ). The racial makeup of the city was 97.77% White , 0.43% African American , 0.02% Native American , 0.45% Asian , 0.02% Pacific Islander , 0.10% from other races , and 1.22% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.47% of

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704-428: The permanent establishment of the official county fairgrounds in the mid-1800s. Many of the buildings on the grounds used today date back to the nineteenth century, such as: Hugo Zacchini performed a human cannonball act at the fair in 1972. WEWS-TV recorded and aired the entire act against his wishes and without compensating him, as was required by Ohio law . In Zacchini v. Scripps-Howard Broadcasting Co. ,

736-408: The population. There were 2,147 households, out of which 30.5% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.7% were married couples living together, 9.9% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.4% were non-families. 32.9% of all households were made up of individuals, and 13.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and

768-500: The sides of the building and featured a Doric columned portico . The hipped roof was pierced by a cupola topped by a spire. In 1848, the building was adapted for use also as the new Chardon Library, the first branch of today's Geauga County Public Library . In July 1868 a massive fire broke out in downtown, destroying the courthouse and almost every other building along Main Street. However, none of its important records were lost. Arson

800-435: The windows contain long arched windows with circular windows above with smaller circular tracings. The whole window is framed by a sandstone casing and white wooden trim. The flat roof rests on an entablature with decorative brackets. The tower consists of an octagonal louvered cupola and a dome with four teardrop shaped clock faces and a weathervane topping the central spire. The entrance contains double doors topped by

832-513: The year of 2014 are as follows; 41°28′38″N 81°08′26″W  /  41.477171°N 81.140461°W  / 41.477171; -81.140461 Chardon, Ohio Chardon is a city in and the county seat of Geauga County , Ohio , United States. The population was 5,242 at the 2020 census . It is the only incorporated city in Geauga County, and includes land that was once part of Chardon , Hambden and Munson townships. It

864-432: Was $ 54,063, and the median income for a family was $ 57,845. Males had a median income of $ 44,071 versus $ 23,750 for females. The per capita income for the city was $ 21,845. About 1.3% of families and 3.8% of the population were below the poverty line , including 0.6% of those under age 18 and 7.8% of those age 65 or over. As of the census of 2010, there were 5,148 people, 2,285 households, and 1,331 families residing in

896-438: Was built at a price of $ 88,862. The courthouse standing today is basically the same, although renovations have added some minor interior alterations and upgrades. The courthouse features red brick exterior with light sandstone quoins . The building contains a central projection, also framed by quoins. The windows on the first floor are low arched windows on either side of the projection. The second-floor windows are interesting as

928-520: Was charged with three counts of aggravated murder. He was sentenced to three consecutive life terms in prison without parole. Chardon is located on U.S. Route 6 about 15 miles (24 km) east of Cleveland . According to the United States Census Bureau , the city has a total area of 4.62 square miles (11.97 km ), of which 4.58 square miles (11.86 km ) is land and 0.04 square miles (0.10 km ) or about 25 acres (10 ha)

960-499: Was constructed in 1939 as an Art Deco movie house. The theater is also being used again to show first-run movies. Greater Chardon features numerous parks and golf courses. Chardon Lakes Golf Course is located in the heart of Chardon, two minutes from the square. Sand Ridge Golf Club in nearby Munson Township is also an excellent course. Chardon has an abundance of park space. Due to the area's varying weather conditions, sports activities are available for every season. Chardon and

992-412: Was needed. The county arranged a competition for the new courthouse. The third courthouse was designed by Samuel King for $ 750 and was built of brick. The details are vague, as the records are conflicting. Some of its details are enmeshed in the records of the 1826 courthouse. The 1826 Greek Revival courthouse was built of brick, and rose two stories high on a rectangular foundation. Long windows lined

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1024-455: Was suspected but never proven. The county soon ran a competition for the design of its fourth courthouse. The design chosen was by Joseph Ireland. The construction contract was awarded to L.J. Randall. Randall died in 1869 and the project was then overseen by the Meadville, Pennsylvania construction firm of Carpenter and Matthews, whom Randall had hired as builders. The brick and stone structure

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