Living in New Bremen, Ohio

Historic canal locks, a walkable village center, thriving local manufacturing and a strong tradition of community involvement make New Bremen one of western Ohio's distinctive small towns.

Historic Downtown and the Miami & Erie Canal

The Miami & Erie Canal helped shape New Bremen's early development. Today, the historic Lock One area and nearby canal heritage give residents and visitors a tangible connection to the village's past. Downtown streets, locally owned destinations and public spaces make this history part of everyday village life.

For a closer look at the canal, explore the Lock One area and the village's canal-related attractions and trails.

Parks and Family Life

Komminsk Legacy Park

Komminsk Legacy Park brings together landscaped open space, paths and playful features that invite families to explore and spend time outdoors. The park is a great example of the village's attention to public spaces and everyday quality of life.

From a child's perspective, the lion sculptures are a pretty memorable stop.

Industry and Local Opportunity

Crown Equipment Corporation, founded in New Bremen in 1945, remains one of the community's best-known employers and a major name in material-handling equipment. The village's manufacturing identity is an important part of its character, alongside the small businesses that serve residents and visitors.

Schools, Athletics and Community Pride

New Bremen's Cardinals participate in the Midwest Athletic Conference (MAC), a league known for strong competition across boys' and girls' sports. Football is only part of the story: volleyball, basketball, baseball, softball, track and field, and other school activities help build the community's spirit. Multi-sport participation is a hallmark of many area schools.

Things to See and Do in New Bremen

Bicycle Museum of America

At the Bicycle Museum of America, visitors can explore the history and design of bicycles through an extensive collection of historic cycles and memorabilia. The museum grew from bicycles preserved from the Schwinn family collection and is a distinctive downtown attraction at 7 West Monroe Street.

17 West

Just next door, 17 West is a downtown American bistro known for thoughtfully prepared food and a welcoming setting for lunch, dinner and celebrations. The restaurant and bicycle museum occupy connected historic buildings, giving visitors two reasons to linger along Monroe Street.

The Goods Specialty Market

Opened in 2025, The Goods at 444 S. Washington Street brings a distinctive market experience to New Bremen. Along with everyday groceries and specialty foods, visitors will find a full-service deli, made-to-order sandwiches and pizzas, prepared meals, a juice and smoothie bar, coffee, and curated wines. The market also offers catering and tasting events. Its development reflects continued local investment in amenities that serve both residents and visitors.

New Art and Cultural Attractions

Modern Aboriginal Art Museum: Crown Equipment has announced a new museum at 1 Museum Way devoted to contemporary Australian Aboriginal art. Plans call for more than 100 paintings and sculptures and both permanent and rotating exhibitions. The museum was announced for a late-2026 opening; check Crown's announcement for details and opening updates.

James Turrell Skyspace: A separate, immersive installation by acclaimed light artist James Turrell is planned for the Kuenning-Dicke Natural Area. Designed to make sky and changing light part of the art experience, the project has a projected spring 2027 opening. It is being developed with support from Crown Equipment and the New Bremen Foundation.

What Makes New Bremen Special?

New Bremen blends the character of a historic canal village with modern manufacturing, community parks, school traditions and a welcoming small-town atmosphere. Its story is not just about what happened here decades ago, but about the places and people that make the village home today.