Welcome To Lucas!
Nestled in the rolling hills of Richland County, The Village of Lucas is located on State Route 39 approximately 7 miles southeast of Mansfield. Founded in 1836 by David Tucker, the rural areas that surround the village are rich in farmland, while the village with a population of 589 residents provides visitors a welcoming presence with its re-vitalized store fronts and the place we call “home”. Lucas possesses a solid infrastructure with its own water treatment, and waste-water treatment facilities, as well as being an AMP (American Municipal Power) community which essentially allows the village to be its own electric provider. Sometimes referred to as the gateway to Mohican, Lucas was home to notable people such as Pulitzer Prize winning author and world-renowned conservationist Louis Bromfield, as well as John Chapman more commonly known as Johnny Appleseed who introduced apple trees to Ohioans. Lucas is no stranger to Hollywood as several rural areas have been the location of choice for movies such as Harry and Walter Go to New York starring James Caan, Elliot Gould, and Diane Keaton. And most recently The Shawshank Redemption starring Tim Robbins, and Morgan Freeman. Humphrey Bogart and Lauren Bacall exchanged nuptials just outside of Lucas on May 21,1945 at Malabar Farm which was the residence of Louis Bromfield, and is now a state park. Small but mighty, Lucas is also home to one of the smallest public-school systems in the State of Ohio with an approximate enrollment of 600 students in grades K-12. Nicknamed the Cubs, our school prides itself on small classes, a strong curriculum, and an Every Child, Every Day attitude. Our athletic teams have a state wide reputation for their competitive attitude and recent success. Whether you are on your way to Malabar Farm, the Mohican State Forest, or just taking a leisurely drive, take a moment to notice all the natural beauty “The Quiet, Peaceful Village” has to offer.
Sincerely,
Todd R. Hall
Sincerely,
Todd R. Hall