Inverness was founded in 1903, when many of Toledo's wealthiest citizens purchased a parcel of land and built a nine-hole golf course.

Sylvanus Pierre Jermain, "the father of public golf in Toledo",[5] lobbied the USGA and the members of Inverness to allow all players, including pros, into the clubhouse at the upcoming 1920 U.S. Open.

When the U.S. Open returned to Inverness in 1931, Walter Hagen gathered other professional golfers to purchase a gift for the club in gratitude for its pioneering stance.

[6] They bought a grandfather clock that still stands in the clubhouse, with a brass plate inscribed: God measures men by what they are Not by what they in wealth possess This vibrant message chimes afar The voice of Inverness Byron Nelson was the head professional at Inverness Club from 1940 to 1944.

He considered Inverness his home course and credits his time there for his record breaking performance, winning 18 of 35 PGA tournaments including 11 in a row, in 1945.

In 2016, Inverness Club engaged golf course architect, Andrew Green, who carefully researched original drawings and historic photography to restore the artistry of Ross's design.

In addition, Green modernized tee boxes and bunkering systems that are fitting to today's championship courses.