Contemporary Art of the Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center
Pastel painting titled Red Hay Wagon, by artist M. Katherine Hurley, 2006.
Rag painting with cloth, buttons, and thread by artist Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson titled Church Quilters on Water Street, , from Along Water Street Series, 2000-2007.
Granite words of justice titled In Principle and In Practice by artist Malcolm Cochran, 2006.
Oil on canvas painting titled Marblehead, Ohio Wetlands by artist Debra Dawson, 2005.
Oil on canvas portrait of Thomas Welles Bartley, former Supreme Court Justice, by artist Caroline L. Ransom, 1900.
Paper map titled Carte de la Partie De l'Amerique, part of the Taft Map Collection of 16 historical maps of northeastern United States, gift of Sheldon A. Taft.
Stainless steel sculpture titled The Gavel by scupltor Andrew Scott, 2008.
Carroll County Courthouse ca. 1911 (photographer unknown), part of a collection of Ohio county courthouses.
The Thomas J. Moyer Ohio Judicial Center is a beautifully restored, historic, and architectural treasure on the Scioto riverfront in Columbus. It is the home to the judicial branch of Ohio government and the Supreme Court of Ohio. The building features an impressive collection of original art throughout its interior and exterior. The artwork includes murals, relief sculptures, oil on canvas, and mosaics depicting scenes and people from Ohio history, important Ohio industries and culture.
Since the building's dedication on May 15, 2004, the Commission has acquired a large collection of public art that is on display for visitors to enjoy. Many of these works are by prominent Ohio artists and depict Ohio subjects.
A catalog of complete works in available online.
Special Events and Installations
- Tuskegee Airmen Series by Delaware artist Robert E. Tanner Sr.
- Reception to honor the various artists and benefactors who have contributed to the Court's art collection
- View video from the June 3, 2008 event celebrating the Moyer Judicial Center's contemporary artists and contributors.
- Artist Lunch Event with Aminah Robinson and Nicholas Hill
To schedule a tour, please phone 614.387.9223 or email CourtTours@sc.ohio.gov.