This structure was the home to poor, mentally- ill, physically disabled and anyone in need of public assistance who were residents of Wood County.

[1][3] The presence of an Infirmary in Bowling Green was a contributing factor that helped it gain status as County Seat instead of Perrysburg, Ohio.

[3] Treatments prescribed included fresh air, Laudanum with Mercury and Alcohol added, and Herbal medicine.

[3] The Lunatic House ceased operations in the 1930s, when it was converted to serve as a hospital and dormitory for families during the Great Depression.

[2] Lyle Fletcher, a local historian and director of the city parks convinced the county commissioners to save the building.