Edon, OH

Edon is a small town in Lorain County, Ohio, located about 25 miles northeast of Cleveland. The population was 2,868 at the 2010 census.

Edon was founded in 1836 by Ebenezer and Asahel Edson. The town was named for Edward Coles, an early settler. The first business in Edon was a general store operated by Ebenezer Edson and his son Asahel. In 1851, the railroad came to Edon and the town began to grow rapidly as a result. By 1870, there were already 20 businesses in Edon.

Today, Edon is home to several businesses including a bank, grocery store, hardware store, restaurant and barbershop. There are also several churches in the town including Grace Presbyterian Church (founded in 1865), First Baptist Church (founded in 1869), and Christ United Methodist Church (founded in 1902). There is also a public library located in the town.

The primary source of income for residents of Edon is typically derived from jobs located within the community or nearby cities such as Cleveland or Lorain. However, due to its location near Lake Erie and easy access to Interstate 71 and other major highways, tourism has become an important part of the economy for residents of Edon over recent years. This can be seen through the growth of businesses such as hotels and restaurants that cater specifically to tourists visiting attractions such as Cedar Point amusement park or Rocky River Reservation golf course just minutes away from downtown Edon.