Area Code 419

Where Is Area Code 419?

Area code 419 is the area code for the northwest quadrant of Ohio. Area code 419 is located in the Eastern Time Zone and covers 28 counties of Ohio. When area code 419 was put into service on January 1, 1947, it was one of the 86 original area codes created by AT&T. On January 1, 2002, area code 419 was overlaid with area code 567.

Toledo is the fourth most populous city in Ohio and is the county seat of Lucas County. Situated in northwestern Ohio, Toledo is just south of the Michigan border. Three major interstate highways pass through Toledo: Interstate 75, Interstate 80, and Interstate 90. Large cities such as Detroit, Columbus, Cincinnati, and Indianapolis are less than four hours away by car. Toledo has a humid continental climate, characterized by warm, humid summers and cold, snowy winters. Toledo’s long history of glass manufacturing has earned it the nickname “The Glass City.” Going back in history, the Native American tribes and the United States fought a series of battles for control of the Northwest Territory. After the Native American tribes were defeated in 1794 at the Battle of Fallen Timbers, they ceded large areas of territory in Ohio to the United States. In 1833, the state of Ohio agreed to the construction of the Wabash and Erie Canal. Many small towns wanted to be the ending terminus of the canal and as a result, the towns of Port Lawrence and Vistula merged in 1833 to increase their chances of getting picked. The merger of the two towns resulted in a new community, Toledo. During the last half of the 19th century, railroads were the major form of transportation. The railroads allowed Toledo to be a hub for several railroad companies and introduced new industries to the city such as carriage makers and glass manufacturers. The growth of Toledo continued into the early 20th century until the Great Depression hit. By the end of the 20th century, Toledo had a depressed economy. To draw residents back to the city, Downtown Toledo has recently undergone significant redevelopment.

Toledo is home to the University of Toledo, the city’s biggest employer. Toledo’s economy used to be centered on industrial manufacturing, but the slump of American manufacturing resulted in a loss of numerous jobs. Toledo is currently home to several large glass companies and automotive-related companies. When it comes to parks and recreation, the Metroparks of the Toledo Area are a series of fourteen parks. When it comes to sports, Toledo is home to Fifth Third Field, a minor league baseball stadium that has been named one of the best minor league ballparks in America. Points of interest in the city include the Toledo Museum of Art, the National Museum of the Great Lakes, the Toledo Zoo, the Toledo Botanical Garden, the Huntington Center, and the Hollywood Casino Toledo.

Sandusky is a city in Ohio and is the county seat of Erie County. Sandusky is located in northern Ohio midway between Toledo and Cleveland. Sandusky has a humid continental climate, characterized by hot, humid summers and cold winters. Sandusky was established in 1818 and was a major stop on the Underground Railroad. Sandusky has a population of 25,793 and the racial makeup of the city is 70.4% White, 22.0% African American, 4.9% Hispanic, and 0.6% Asian (2010 Census). With an average overall crime rate, Sandusky is a semi-dangerous city to reside in. The majority of Sandusky’s economy is centered on tourism, which is fueled by Cedar Point. Cedar Point is the second oldest operating amusement park in the United States and has one of the largest collections of roller coasters in the world. During the summer season is when all the festivals take place in Sandusky. Other places to visit in the city include the Merry-Go-Round Museum, the Sandusky Maritime Museum, the Sandusky Speedway, the Lagoon Deer Park, and the Ghostly Manor Thrill Center.

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