Carroll County will celebrate the completion of the Carroll County Courthouse Clock Tower Restoration Project on Tuesday. The event will mark the completion of a stabilization and preservation effort focused on protecting one of Carrollton’s most recognizable landmarks and the historic building that continues to serve the county.
Built in 1884, the Carroll County Courthouse has stood at the heart of downtown Carrollton for more than 140 years. Through events such as the 1937 Ohio River flood and renovations over the decades, the courthouse has remained an important part of local government and community life.
In January 2026, Ascendant Facility Partners (AFP) began work on the courthouse clock tower and roof to address existing conditions, protect the building’s structural integrity, and help prevent further deterioration. An assessment documented aging materials, openings that allowed pigeons into the tower, and clock faces displaying different times. These conditions raised concerns about the structure above a building used daily by county employees and visitors.
The primary objective of the project was to stabilize and preserve the existing landmark while supporting its continued safety, structural integrity, and long-term as an important part of Carroll County’s history and built environment. The investment helps protect a county asset, extend its useful service life, and preserve its historical and community significance.
AFP worked alongside Stanton Millworks and Trade31 to complete the project. Their collaboration reflects the coordination, care, and craftsmanship required to work on a historic public building.
The clock tower stabilization project is part of a broader effort to maintain and improve Carroll County facilities. AFP has also assisted with courthouse improvements, including energy-efficiency upgrades to the building envelope and lighting improvements. Additional county jail infrastructure work has included roof replacement, solar photovoltaic installation, and LED lighting upgrades.
The celebration will include a ribbon cutting, before-and-after photos, guided tours of the clock tower, and drinks and light refreshments. Community members are invited to attend following Fiscal Court.
The completed project represents an investment in more than a building. It reflects Carroll County’s commitment to caring for a landmark that has served its community for generations and preserving it for those still to come.
Carroll County Fiscal Court