The Vision
The Youngstown Peace Race was founded in 1975 in an effort to bring together
athletes from around the world for a day of competition, friendship and
understanding. At the time, the country was still reeling from the effects of
Viet Nam, but Jack Cessna – a Youngstown runner and activist – took the first
step to unite people peacefully through running by initiating the race.
The History
Today – 37 years later – the Youngstown Peace Race remains as an annual
running event that celebrates Youngstown, running and beauty of MIll Creek Park.
This race has hosted many of the world’s most celebrated runners and has
fulfilled the vision of its founder. That first year, the race was a 25k run
though Mill Creek Park. In 1979 an additional race – the 10k – was added. The
25k was eliminated in 1989, and today this world-class event remains a 10k with
an additional 2 mile fun run/walk.
The Mission
To provide a community event that celebrates the sport of running, the spirit
of the athlete and the momentary heartbeat of peace.
The Athletes
They come from all over the world. They come for the competition. They come
to celebrate peace. For the past 37 years, champions have come to Youngstown to
be a part of this exciting event.
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