Sheep Pastures to Progress: A Worthington Art & History Installation

Sheep Pastures to Progress is Worthington’s community-wide outdoor art and history installation celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. From April–Sept. 14th 2026, painted sheep silhouettes—created by local artists, schools, and organizations—will appear throughout the city, turning Worthington into a walkable gallery that highlights our past and imagines our future. The Society’s sheep, designed by artist Niki Gnezda, reflects generations of local history and iconic architecture. This project is led by the America 250 – Worthington committee in partnership with the Worthington Historical Society and local community organizations. Together, we invite you to celebrate our shared past, honor our present, and imagine Worthington’s future—one sheep at a time. The sheep will be displayed in various locations. Thursday, April 23 – May 7th – Northeast Village Green Thursday, May 7th – May 21st – East Granville Road Park Thursday, May 21-June 4 – Worthington Fire Station Thursday, June 4-June 18 – McCord Park Thursday, June 18-July 2 – Griswold Center Tuesday, July 7-July 23 – Selby Park Thursday, July 23-Aug. 6th – Linworth Park (South Entrance), 5971 Linworth Rd. Wednesday, Aug. 11-Aug. 27 – Perry Park, 2300 Collins Drive Thursday, Sept. 3-Sept. 14th – Orange Johnson House, 956 High St Link to the full tour guide: Sheep Pastures to Progress | Experience Worthington