Adams County America 250 Lapel Pin Now Available for Purchase

The County Commissioners Association of Ohio released a limited-edition lapel pin bearing Adams County's outline alongside the official America 250–Ohio logo, adding the county to a statewide series commemorating the United States' upcoming 250th anniversary.

The pins, which cover all 88 Ohio counties, are sold exclusively through two channels: in person at the Ohio Statehouse Museum Shop at 1 Capitol Square in Columbus, and online at OhioCountyStore.com. Supplies are limited, and no restock has been announced.

The full 88-county bundle is priced at $439 with $13 shipping through OhioCountyStore.com. The online store listing describes the pin as "a beautifully crafted pin featuring the shape of the county and the America 250 Ohio logo, intricately etched for detail." Single-county pricing was not listed in the available store excerpt; shoppers seeking individual pins can contact the County Commissioners Association of Ohio directly at 209 East State St., Columbus, Ohio 43215, or by phone at (614) 221-5627.

Todd Kleismit, Executive Director of the America 250–Ohio Commission, framed the release in terms of local identity: "The America 250 Ohio county lapel pins are a meaningful way for Ohioans to celebrate this historic milestone while honoring the local communities that help tell America's story. We are grateful for the partnership with Ohio's counties and communities across the state as we continue working together to make this commemoration impactful, inclusive, and representative of all Ohioans."

A portion of proceeds from pin sales will go to the CCAO Research and Educational Foundation, which supports education and research for Ohio residents.

The CCAO noted in its press release that Ohio's counties have taken an active role in planning the national commemoration: "Leaders from across the state have been outstanding partners in planning, promoting, and supporting America 250 efforts, helping ensure that this once-in-a-lifetime celebration reflects Ohio's communities, history, and shared values."

The semiquincentennial marks 250 years since the nation's founding in 1776, with the anniversary falling in 2026.