Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum receives Ohio Arts Council grant

The Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum received a matching grant of $13,089 from the Ohio Arts Council (OAC). This competitive award, granted through the OAC’s Sustainability Program, will support the museum’s operational needs and strengthen its ability to deliver quality cultural and educational programming to the community.

The Ohio Arts Council, established in 1965, works to foster the development of the arts and preserve Ohio’s cultural heritage. Funded by the Ohio Legislature and the National Endowment for the Arts, the OAC provides financial assistance to artists, arts organizations, schools, and other cultural entities, enriching Ohio culturally, educationally, and economically.

The OAC’s Sustainability grants support ongoing arts and cultural activities across all genres. These awards provide consistent and flexible funding to organizations of all sizes, helping ensure that residents and visitors have access to high-quality artistic experiences. For FY 2026–2027, the OAC awarded 558 grants totaling $18,119,370, underscoring its broad impact across the state.

The new OAC award will fund nearly six percent of the museum’s annual operating budget of $200,000. Additional major revenue sources include the Coshocton Public Library ($65,000), the Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum Foundation ($70,000), and the Friends of the Museum ($35,000).

In awarding this grant, the Ohio Arts Council’s review panel highlighted the Johnson- Humrickhouse Museum’s excellence in programming, community outreach, and administration. Reviewers noted the strength of the museum’s team, which brings varied expertise to its work. They also recognized the museum’s collaborations with local organizations that ensure broad community engagement. 

Each year, the Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum serves roughly 10,000 visitors through educational programs, lectures, school tours, hands-on art activities, and exhibitions - work that continues to grow thanks to support from partners like the Ohio Arts Council.

The Johnson-Humrickhouse Museum is located in Historic Roscoe Village at 300 N. Whitewoman St. in Coshocton. Museum hours are Friday through Sunday, noon to 4 p.m. and all Sundays are free admission to Coshocton County residents.