Black History in Lorain County

Lorain County is gearing up to celebrate her 200th Birthday, with exciting events surrounding the Bicentennial of having an established County Seat, and elected government officials, Lorain County's Commissioners held their first-ever meeting on May 24th, 1824 honoring our Bicentennial on May 24th, 2024.

YWCA Elyria will be debuting custom-made “Elyria’s Black Community” panels during the celebration — stay tuned for details about the unveiling!