As Adopted by the House

136th General Assembly

Regular Session H. R. No. 222

2025-2026

Representative Moore

A R E S O L U T I O N

Honoring the Barnesville State Theater on its One Hundredth Anniversary.

WHEREAS, The members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio are pleased to pay tribute to the Barnesville State Theater on its Centennial; and

WHEREAS, The Barnesville State Theater has become one of the most esteemed and prized landmarks in the area, and congratulations are in order on its One Hundredth Anniversary. First opening in 1925 as a venue for live shows and movies, it closed in 1969 and later housed a carpet store and then a thrift store before falling into disrepair, and since being donated to the community by a local benefactor in 2009, it is being slowly restored to its original glory by a dedicated group of volunteers; and

WHEREAS, The Barnesville State Theater once experienced tremendous prosperity by providing an outstanding service to local residents, and thanks to the efforts of area citizens who are endeavoring to rehabilitate the site, it is sure to become an important resource for the area one again. In a time when so many seem content to let iconic structures slip into obscurity and obsolescence, it is reassuring to note that examples of our nation’s strong artistic heritage are being preserved and protected for the benefit of future generations; and

WHEREAS, The Barnesville State Theater has had a significant impact on the area, and all those involved in the restoration and maintenance of the building are to be applauded for their vision and enthusiasm in working to preserve not only a fine structure but a vital piece of the community’s heritage. As they commemorate the theater’s One Hundredth Anniversary, they can reflect with pride on its exciting past and look forward to a prosperous future; therefore be it

RESOLVED, That we, the members of the House of Representatives of the 136th General Assembly of Ohio, in adopting this Resolution, recognize the Barnesville State Theater on the occasion of its One Hundredth Anniversary and offer best wishes for the years ahead; and be it further

RESOLVED, That the Clerk of the House of Representatives transmit a duly authenticated copy of this Resolution to the Barnesville State Theater.