Zanesville was the state capital of Ohio from 1810-12 and is now the Muskingum county seat. In 1814 on of the first Y-bridges in the world was constructed across the Licking and Muskingum Rivers. It is possible to cross the Y-bridge and stay on the same side of the river.
Cement is an important industry in the county.
This is an area that explains where to look for vital records in the state of Ohio.