Carroll County was formed on Christmas Day in 1832 from Stark, Columbiana, Harrison, Jefferson and Tuscarawas counties and named after Charles Carroll, the last surviving signer of the Declaration of Independence.
The county sits along one of the major overland routes from the east. The Great Trail, also known as the Tuscarawas Path, was used by Native Americans, European explorers, fur traders, missionaries, land agents and military expeditions.
Visitors to Carroll County can enjoy its rich history by visiting one of the many locations that are on the National Register of Historic Places such as the McCook House and the Petersburg Mill.