History is a Foundation for the Future
Downtown Painesville is where industry and innovation meet, and our dynamic history shape the diverse, evolving community we are today. We’re a city that values new ideas. From the invention of the Vulcan automobile to brave first flights for women pilots like Margaret Hurlburt, who was influenced by Amelia Earhart, we are a city that embraces our culture. From the days of being a stop on the Underground Railroad to the diverse people of today who call Painesville home. We’re a city that will never rest on our laurels. As a Main Street city with two centuries of rebuilding under our belts, we have always known that progress is a roadmap for success.
Downtown Painesville is vibrant and growing. We will feature local news and commentary about our community. New and exciting events and programs are beginning to catch the attention of the press as well as social media. We will also include additional items of pubic interest. So, check back soon for more Historic News.
Settling into Painesville
Growing through History 
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