History of Prospect

Founded in 1835

The Village of Prospect situated in the fertile valley of the Scioto River was located principally on the east side of the river. The town was surveyed and laid out September 17, 1835. The plat was recorded December 28, 1835. Additions were made regularly as the town grew. Prospect originally had the name Middletown, but due to several other towns with the same name, on January 31, 1876 it was officially changed to Prospect.