Barnesville Area News

Barn Artist’s Patriotic Mural Takes Shape

05/20/2026 @ 11:09 am Arts & Culture, Community, News
Barn Artist’s Patriotic Mural Takes Shape
Scott Hagan pauses for a few minutes to review progress on his most recent mural project in Barnesville. ©Barnesville Area News Company Photo
by Bruce Yarnall, Barnesville Area News

Last year, Scott Hagan, aka “The Barn Artist, began a huge patriotic mural filling the complete south side facade of the Barnesville VFW Post, #2972, at 129 South Chestnut Street. This year, the New Castle area artist returns to complete the work.

The mural is one of dozens dotting the downtown business district. This particular mural was a joint venture between the VFW and the village of Barnesville with financial support from a Belmont County Tourism Council grant awarded last year.

Hagan hopes to complete the project this week, weather permitting. Rain, wind and intense heat do hamper progress on the flow of work, Hagan said.

While on site, Hagan, takes advantage of his RV camper for food and rest breaks.
A battleship is taking shape at the east end of the mural.

Time to come down and check the mural’s progress,
The VFW Post Name is prominently displayed near the street.

©Barnesville Area News Company Photos

Last year, a waving American Flag was added to the VFW, now the background for the patriotic mural. Barnesville Area News Company Archival Photo

Barnesville Area News Icon

Barnesville Area News Needs Your Support!

We're dedicated to providing coverage of the local happenings in Barnesville and the neighboring communities.

As a non-profit entity, we rely on the donations of readers like you.

Make a donation today and you'll be helping keep local news alive in the Barnesville area.

Support Our Work