History

Warren County Historical Society

"Since 1940, the Warren County Historical Society (WCHS) has been working to preserve and present the heritage of Warren County as well as Southwest Ohio. We are the current stewards of the collection, ensuring its safety for the next generation. WCHS owns and operates Harmon Museum, the Armstrong Conference Center and the Beedle Log Cabin. As a 501(c)3 non-profit, we rely on donations from generous benefactors. With help from our wonderful membership and volunteers, we hope to continue to serve for many years to come."

Harlan Township

Harlan Township, located in southeastern Warren County, was established in 1860 by the Ohio General Assembly. The only Harlan Township statewide, it is named for Warren County native Aaron Harlan, who represented the area in the U.S. Congress from 1853 to 1859. The township was created by dividing the existing Salem Township into two sections, the northern section was to be called Corwin
Township, now Salem Township, and the southern section to be called Harlan. Butlerville and Pleasant Plain are located within the township’s borders, and are the only two incorporated villages in the area.

Today, the township consists of 45.2 square miles and 45 miles of roadways that are maintained by the township. The township is still mostly rural with agriculture being the predominate industry in the area. Harlan shares a border with one of the fastest growing townships in the state, which has started to bring spill over growth for those looking to avoid subdivisions and build on 5 or more acres of land.