TROY — A street piano project will once again return to downtown Troy this year.
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Troy’s Planning Commission approved the placement of eight pianos for the Painted Pianos Project, the city announced on Thursday.
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“Eight fantastic artists are working on decorating these pianos, which will be placed after the Strawberry Festival,” the city wrote in a social media post.
This year’s design themes focus on celebrating America’s 250th birthday and reflecting themes of America250-Ohio. Those themes are:
- Ohio’s First and Originals
- Ohio Entertains and Creates - Music, Entertainment, Arts, Culture, and Literature
- Ohio Moves - Transportation
- Ohio Outdoors - Exploring Ohio’s Natural Resources
- Ohio Grows - Food and Farms
- Ohio Serves - Remembering Veterans, First Responders, and Frontline Heroes
After being placed on June 8, the pianos will remain on display through Sept. 1.
The program debuted in 2021 and is now a biennial celebration for Troy.
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