Ravenna’s historic flagpole has been ornamenting the Portage County skyline since 1893. Built by the Van Dorn Iron Works Company of
Cleveland, Ohio, the flagpole is a splendid and apparently quite rare example of the vernacular use of elements developed for the construction of bridges and other infrastructure to create a monument of civic expression.
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Record-Courier: Hometown Bank helps the campaign to refurbish the flagpole.
Record-Courier lauds effort to save flagpole
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The flagpole has graced Ravenna for over 119 years and is the most conspicuous and unique feature of downtown Ravenna.
On this website, you will find information on the flagpole’s history and significance, pictures taken throughout its 119 year history, videos about the flagpole, and ways you can assist in the preservation of the Ravenna flagpole.
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| We are grateful to our generous donors, but as noted by the Record-Courier, "More money is needed. We urge Portage County residents to support efforts to save a landmark that is symbolic not only of Ravenna but the county as a whole."
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