City of Vermilion

City of Vermilion www.cityofvermilionohio.gov Vermilion, Ohio is the crowning jewel of the south shore of Lake Erie.

From quaint shops to fine dining, the arts, entertainment and unmatched festivities, Vermilion truly has it all. Be reminded of a simpler time when an afternoon at the beach, a hand-dipped ice cream cone and a stroll along Main Street made your day special. Stay for a day, maybe two, and take home a memory that will last forever. This enchanting little town has always been a sea side community wit

h New England style atmosphere. This is the kind of town that still has a working soda fountain, a town square and summer concerts on the green. People here actually sit on their front porches on a summer evening. Visiting boats are not only welcomed, they are an important part of the ambiance of what locals call "Harbour Town." The Vermilion River, which flows into Lake Erie, endows marina facilities with more than 1,000 boat slips and ramps for easy access to the Lake, earning Vermilion the title of the “Largest Small Boat Harbour on the Great Lakes.” Lake freighters are also a regular sight on Lake Erie making their way through the Great Lakes nine months out of the year.

05/26/2026
Shred truck is at E &R Church until noon.   Food donations can be dropped off for Ritter Library's Little Free Kitchen.
05/09/2026

Shred truck is at E &R Church until noon. Food donations can be dropped off for Ritter Library's Little Free Kitchen.

Mayor Russ Owens and Council President Jeff Lucas had the opportunity to spend time with Lorain County Commissioner Mart...
05/05/2026

Mayor Russ Owens and Council President Jeff Lucas had the opportunity to spend time with Lorain County Commissioner Marty Gallagher and Community Development Director Rob Duncan.

The group toured several areas of Vermilion, sharing perspectives and highlighting needs and opportunities for improvement across the Lorain County portion of the city.

A highlight of the visit included connecting with longtime local business leader Jim D**e President of Adaptive Composites/Airship Ribs, with Tim D**e also joining the conversation. These discussions reinforce the important role our local businesses play in shaping Vermilion’s future.

*** The time may change.  For up-to-date times follow the link for the Chamber at: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EfX...
05/04/2026

*** The time may change. For up-to-date times follow the link for the Chamber at: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1EfXxiQoZS/

Watch Party...USS Cleveland LCS 31 will be steaming by Vermilion on the morning of May 9th, time TBD.

Things to be aware of:

DO NOT fly a drone anywhere near or toward the ship, unless you want to take photos of the wonderful fish of Lake Erie.

The area within 500 yards of the ship is treated as a no-wake zone. (Operate at minimal speed)

100 yards from the ship is an absolute STAY OUT of the zone.

Monitor VHF Channel 16.

Follow the USS Cleveland Legacy Foundation for more up-to-date information.

https://boatingsafetymag.com/safety-tips/dept-homeland-security-coast-guard/

Make time this evening to stop in.
04/30/2026

Make time this evening to stop in.

Reminder that this is tonight from 6:00-7:00 at Ritter Library.
04/15/2026

Reminder that this is tonight from 6:00-7:00 at Ritter Library.

04/14/2026

* Edit. Street is open.

Sandusky Street is closed.

A message went out that said Route 60 at Haley. That is incorrect.

Route 60 is open. Sandusky is closed.

Make sure to stop by this fun family event.  It's free! Held this Saturday at the Vermilion on the Lake Historic Communi...
04/08/2026

Make sure to stop by this fun family event. It's free! Held this Saturday at the Vermilion on the Lake Historic Community Center (Club House).

Address

5511 Liberty Avenue
Vermilion, OH
44089

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4pm
Tuesday 8am - 4pm
Wednesday 8am - 4pm
Thursday 8am - 4pm
Friday 8am - 4pm

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