WILMINGTON, Ohio — Motorists traveling along Interstate 71 now have a striking new landmark to admire. America 250-Ohio, alongside the Clinton County History Center, officially dedicated the state’s sixth and final commemorative barn mural on Monday, celebrating the region’s deep-rooted manufacturing heritage.
The unveiling took place at a barn located at 901 New Oglesbee Road in Wilmington, coinciding with a local Clinton County Homecoming & Picnic.
Honoring Past Innovation and Future Tech
The Clinton County installation adopts the statewide theme “Made in Ohio,” paying tribute to historical industrial pioneers like the Champion Steel Company—famous for producing steel bridges and buildings—and the Irwin Auger Bit Company, which manufactured the first commercial-grade augers.
Today, Clinton County sustains this industrial spirit with roughly 20 manufacturing companies specializing in aviation, automotive, and healthcare, producing widely recognized products such as TimberTech engineered deck materials by the AZEK Company.
Because the mural is positioned alongside I-71 to be viewed by northbound drivers at highway speeds, designers crafted an eye-catching, at-a-glance narrative. Painted by renowned artist Scott Hagan—celebrated for painting 88 “Bicentennial Barns” for Ohio’s bicentennial in 2003—the design features a classic welder symbolizing traditional craftsmanship alongside a robotic arm representing modern, cutting-edge industry. The artwork is tied together with a “Made in Ohio” script, the America 250-Ohio logo, and an arching “Clinton County” header.
A Statewide Collaborative Project
Hagan collaborated with designer David Browning on the artwork, which is hosted on a barn owned by Sheri Kellogg.
This installation marks the grand finale of the America 250-Ohio barn mural series, which commemorates the upcoming 250th anniversary of the United States. The project was brought to life through the backing of America 250-Ohio and Kimball Midwest, in partnership with the Ohio Manufacturers Association and the Clinton County History Center.
The completed mural is now open for public viewing. Travelers and history enthusiasts can check out the mural in person or explore the complete collection of all six statewide barn murals online at america250-ohio.org.
