Wellington was the 1855-75 home of Archibald M. Willard, painter of the classic “Spirit of '76.” A copy of the artwork, along with many Willard originals, hangs in the town library at 101 Willard Memorial Square and in the Spirit of '76 Museum at 201 N. Main St.; phone (440) 647-2120 and (440) 647-4367, respectively. Another notable native was Myron T. Herrick, governor of Ohio 1904-06 and ambassador to France, 1912-14 and 1921-29.
There are many opportunities to enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, mountain biking, fishing, camping, kayaking, disc golf and paddleboating at Wellington Reservation and Findley State Park.