11-13-2026 10:28pm

Springboro Celebrates New Addition to Downtown's First Public Mural

Beth Callahan Editor

Photos courtesy of Springboro Art Council

SPRINGBORO, OH -- Springboro's first public mural, Origins, received a special recognition Tuesday, Nov. 10, as community leaders and residents gathered in historic downtown Springboro for the dedication of a newly installed bronze plaque and lighting.

The ceremony took place at 15 S. Main St., where the colorful mural, created in 2025 by internationally recognized artist Lula Goce, celebrates Springboro's history and heritage.

Springboro Arts Council President Julie Beall and the city's mayor addressed those attending the dedication. Members of the Arts Council's board, representatives from the Springboro Chamber of Commerce and The Ohio Painting Company, and community residents were also present.

The new bronze plaque recognizes the artist and the organizations that helped bring the mural to life, including the Springboro Arts Council, the City of Springboro, the Springboro Chamber of Commerce and The Ohio Painting Company.

The mural was originally funded through proceeds from ArtFest on Main's Dinner on Main event in 2024, along with additional contributions from the city and Chamber of Commerce.

Proceeds from Dinner on Main 2026 funded the new plaque and lighting, continuing the community's investment in public art.

“This has been one of the most enjoyable and rewarding projects I’ve been part of in Springboro,” Beall said in a statement announcing the dedication. “Public art gives us something to enjoy today and something meaningful to leave for future generations.”

Beall credited the generosity of volunteers, sponsors and community organizations for helping make public art a lasting part of Springboro.

The original mural was unveiled in 2025, marking a milestone in the city's efforts to incorporate public art into its historic downtown.

With the addition of the plaque and lighting, Origins now stands as both a colorful tribute to Springboro's past and a reminder of the community partnerships helping shape its future.

Residents and visitors can view the mural at 15 S. Main St. in downtown Springboro.