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Cultural Center of Henry County Beyond a renovation. Providing arts, education, athletic, and community experiences to enhance the lives of residents for years to come.

We continue to restore the former school building in Napoleon, Ohio to serve as a community hub for all to enjoy. Mission

To renovate and restore the historic John L. Johnson Auditorium and the adjacent wing of the former school building. To establish a state of the art community center with cafeteria and reception hall space, meeting rooms, a visual and performing arts auditorium, and gymnasium areas . The center would serve as a gathering place for the residents of Henry County and any community organizations offering such amenities as a cafeteria, studio and meeting places, and an auditorium and gymnasiums.

We are disappointed to share that the Supreme Court of Ohio has declined to accept our case for review concerning the fo...
10/27/2026

We are disappointed to share that the Supreme Court of Ohio has declined to accept our case for review concerning the former Central School building. This is not the outcome we had hoped for, and it raises serious questions about the future of the building. View our full statement at ThreeArchesOhio.com | CulturalCenterHC.org

Many thanks are extended to the NHS Class of 1976 for their kind donation to the Cultural Center of Henry County. Please...
10/26/2026

Many thanks are extended to the NHS Class of 1976 for their kind donation to the Cultural Center of Henry County. Please go to our website www.culturalcenterhc.org to see how you can volunteer and make a charitable donation.

Repurposing our historic building into a space for arts, education, athletics, and wellness. A glimpse of the future.

In her recent letter to the Northwest Signal, board member Laura Retcher reflects on the JLJ auditorium’s role in our co...
10/19/2026

In her recent letter to the Northwest Signal, board member Laura Retcher reflects on the JLJ auditorium’s role in our community—and the possibilities worth preserving for future generations. Read her letter on our website’s home page: ThreeArchesOhio.com | CulturalCenterHC.org

The City of Napoleon’s Master Plan survey is still open. As the city plans for its future, this is an opportunity to spe...
10/07/2026

The City of Napoleon’s Master Plan survey is still open. As the city plans for its future, this is an opportunity to speak up about what matters. If repurposing the former school is important to you, please take the survey. Visit our website for guidance on the questions most closely connected to the project and the link to participate. ThreeArchesOhio.com | CulturalCenterHC.org The image offers a glimpse of what the future could look like.

A historic school. A new purpose. Just down the road in Bryan. Here in Napoleon, Three Arches Ohio already offers tremen...
09/29/2026

A historic school. A new purpose. Just down the road in Bryan. Here in Napoleon, Three Arches Ohio already offers tremendous possibilities of its own—including a 700-seat auditorium, gym spaces, cafeteria and classrooms that could support arts, education, athletics, wellness, and community activities.

Different building. Different project. But another example of how a place that has served generations can be given new purpose for generations to come. Learn more. Get involved. Stay connected. ThreeArchesOhio.com | CulturalCenterHC.org

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Johnny Babb, Gary J Westhoven, Gene Meye...
09/29/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to my weekly engagement list! 🎉 Johnny Babb, Gary J Westhoven, Gene Meyers, Louise Johnston, Joyce Eberle

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to our weekly engagement list! 🎉 Johnny Babb, Gary J Westhoven, Gene Mey...
09/29/2026

Thanks for being a top engager and making it on to our weekly engagement list! 🎉 Johnny Babb, Gary J Westhoven, Gene Meyers, Louise Johnston, Joyce Eberle

09/26/2026

Event for you @ St Paul's Napoleon Twp.!

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09/24/2026

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DID YOU KNOW? The vision for Three Arches Ohio does not rely on local tax dollars to fund its operation or maintenance.

The goal is to give this historic building new purpose—creating opportunities in arts, education, athletics, and wellness while preserving a place that has been part of our community for generations. The image offers a glimpse of what that future could look like.

Learn more. Get involved. Stay connected.
ThreeArchesOhio.com | CulturalCenterHC.org

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303 W. Main Street
Napoleon, OH
43545

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