Welcome to Sylvania, Ohio
You'll love it here!
Quality Education is a priority in the Sylvania area. This community boasts an excellent school system and an outstanding university. Families move to and stay in the Sylvania community for its outstanding public school system. Sylvania Schools is a comprehensive K-12 program serving nearly 7,800 students through seven elementary, three junior high, and two high schools.
The Sylvania Recreation District (SAJRD) was formed in 1988 to provide the citizens of the Sylvania area with high quality recreational programs and facilities. The District is a collaboration between the City of Sylvania, Sylvania Township and Sylvania Schools.
Annual Fall Festival
Downtown Sylvania
Sylvania Arts
“The mission of Sylvania Arts is to promote the awareness, interest and understanding of performing arts, arts education and visual arts in the greater Sylvania community for residents of all ages.”
The Olander Park System
Also known as TOPS, serves Sylvania, Ohio, and the surrounding communities with five beautiful parks, fun, public educational activities, and three facilities for event rental. From bike trails and boat rentals to swimming at the beach, TOPS’ five parks offer something for nearly everyone. Go beyond the ordinary and hunt for authentic fossils, or enjoy a relaxing day at one of the best fishing spots in Ohio. It’s all here, ready for you to discover.
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Sylvania Chamber of Commerce
The Sylvania Chamber is instrumental in attracting visitors, residents and businesses to the Sylvania area. The purpose of The Sylvania Area Chamber of Commerce is to promote the progress, expansion, well-being and improvement of the Sylvania area business, professional and civic community.
Founded in 1833 and called the "City of Trees," Sylvania is a city of arts, history and culture located in NW Ohio, just west of Toledo, right up against the Michigan border. Several major highways will bring you into Sylvania, including U.S. 23 and I-75 from the north and south, and I-80/90 (the Ohio Turnpike) from the east and west. One of the reasons Sylvania is such a great place to raise a family is our focus on the value of education, and diverse arts, recreation, sports and community events opportunities. In addition to Sylvania Public Schools in higher education, Lourdes University takes center stage within the City of Sylvania. The joy of the outdoors is in our public parks, outdoor concerts at Centennial Quarry, and world-class golfers make the pilgrimage here to the Highland Meadows Golf Club for the annual Dana Open presented by Marathon. Our community is also supported by two hospitals, civic organizations, volunteer opportunities, and a vibrant business community.
Heritage Sylvania
We invite you to explore the past with us. From adult tours to student programs, community events to changing exhibits, we engage audiences of all ages. You’ll hear the stories of the past and how those connect to our present.
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The Historical Village
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The 1850s Lathrop House
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The 1915 Toledo and Western Train Engine
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The Heritage Center Museum/Cooke-Kuhlman Home
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Our Archives