In 1794, General "Mad Anthony" Wayne fought and won the Battle of Fallen Timbers nearby and built a stockade fort called Fort Industry. The city's inclusion within the state of Ohio resulted from the settlement of the "Toledo War" between Michigan and Ohio over control of this territory. Before the coming of Europeans, Indians lived in a village on the present site of Toledo. In the early age of Toledo, the area was also called "Frogtown" because wetland areas along the banks of the Maumee and surrounding settlements were known for having a large number of frogs. The city then became a destination for several railroad lines as well as a place for manufacturing companies, breweries, furniture companies, and others to be situated. By 1880, Toledo had over fifty thousand people, making it one of the largest cities in the state. In the late nineteenth century, many immigrants started to make Toledo their place of residence because of the factory jobs available. The city then continued to witness growth in population and industry in the early twentieth century. As a result, it had one of the highest industrial development rates in the United States as of the 1920s.

Parks and Zoos
Are you looking forward to living in a city with fun places to hang out with your family and friends? The city of Toledo has got you covered as it has about 19 Metroparks, with about 12,700 acres of land perfect for biking, hiking, and walking. The Toledo Metroparks are public parks, with the largest of them being Oak Openings Preserve Metropark, which has about 180 rare species of plants and animals. Some other must-visit parks in the city are Wildwood, Promenade Park, Toledo Botanical Garden, Swan Creek Metropark, and Wildwood Preserve Metropark.

Do you love the view of wildlife and aquatic animals? The city of Toledo has got plenty of zoos for animals and aquarium lovers. The Toledo Zoo & Aquarium houses over 10,000 individual animals covering 720 species. It also happens to be a member of the World Association of Zoos and Aquariums and is acknowledged by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums through 2022.

There are several activities to get involved in, like the Aquarium Adventure Trail, a newly installed attraction for kids to relax and have a good time during their visitation. Feast with the Beasts is also an activity that allows for more learning about enrichment and training for the animals. Other activities like Garden Tours, Little Boo at the Zoo/Pumpkin Path, ZootoDo, and Nature's Neighborhood are exciting activities you should engage in.

Restaurants
What is a city without a quality restaurant scene? The city of Toledo is not just known for its many attractions but also its famous diners and ethnic eateries serving mouth-watering delicacies. Have you ever heard of Tony Packo's? This cafe is a destination that was made famous by the hit TV show M*A*S*H in the 1970s. Make sure to try the famous Tony Packo's Hungarian hot dogs. You can also dine at succulent Cousino's Steakhouse and have juicy and perfectly grilled steaks.

Notable restaurants you should dine-in in the city include Dégagé Jazz Café, Scene, J. Alexander's Restaurant, The Chop House, and Souk Mediterranean Kitchen and Bar.