Bethel America 250 Mural "United in Service"

"United in Service" on Ben Franklin 5-10 in Bethel, OH is the latest America 250 Mural in Clermont County.

CELEBRATING AMERICA 250

America is proudly celebrating 250 years of independence, honoring our shared history and looking forward to the future. Check out how Clermont County is celebrating.

Historic Sites

History and Museum Passport

The Clermont County History & Museum Passport is a fun and educational initiative that invites visitors to explore a vibrant network of local history sites.

Historical Art Murals

The community is buzzing with excitement as vibrant new art murals begin to take shape across Clermont County to celebrate America 250. These large-scale works of public art are more than just eye-catching- they're powerful reflections of local stories, history and community pride.

An American Moment

Connecting American, Ohio and Clermont County History. Clermont County Historian and guest writer Gary Knepp will share engaging and informative content here.

celebrating 250 years of American independence

America 250-Ohio is a multi-year commemoration where Ohioans from all 88 counties will be in the spotlight of the impact Ohio’s unique role in our nation’s story.

AMERICA 250-OHIO

Heritage Trees: Planting History

America 250-Ohio will plant a white oak tree in all of Ohio's 88 counties to honor our state's role in the nation's founding and commemorate the history of the location where it's planted.

Ohio Goes To The Movies

Celebrating America's 250th Anniversary with an Unprecedented All-Ohio Movie Series in 2026

Revolutionary War Veterans Graves Project

A unique opportunity to connect with Ohio's rich history and ensure that the sacrifices of these patriots are remembered for generations to come.

AMERICA 250 CLERMONT EVENTS

Stay up to date with the exciting celebrations by viewing the America 250 Clermont County event calendar! From ribbon cuttings and community festivals to public art unveilings and historical tours, the calendar is your go-to guide for upcoming events commemorating 250 years of American history. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this once-in-a-generation celebration—check the calendar often and make plans to join the fun!

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"An American Moment" is an America 250 Clermont project, consisting of a series of twenty-four articles about American history written by Gary Knepp. The articles will explore the people, places and events which have shaped us as Americans. It will focus on The Nation, The State and The Local. About the Author: Attorney Gary Knepp, Clermont County's honorary historian, is a life-long resident of the Milford area. He was the director of the county's Underground Railroad research project and developer of the "Clermont County Freedom Trail." Knepp was an adjunct professor of history and political science at Clermont College. His work has appeared in academic journals, magazines, newspapers, several films, and on PBS. Gary has written eight books, including "Beyond the Names" which received the National Service Award from the Vietnam Veterans of America for its contributions to the Vietnam veteran's community.

AM-250 Mural Ribbon Cutting- 7/30 2:00pm

Join us for the Bethel America 250 Mural Ribbon Cutting Ceremony as we celebrate a vibrant new art mural entitled "United in Service", honoring the upcoming semiquincentennial of the United States. The event will take place at 2:00pm on July 30th at the Bethel Historical Society & Museum and is open to the public. Nearby parking is available at the Community Center Park across the street from the museum. Celebrate art, community, and local pride- see you there!

Historical Arts Murals

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