Atlas Obscura
Portsmouth Flood Wall Murals in Portsmouth, Ohio
The Portsmouth Floodwall Murals were painted to transform a functional floodwall into an outdoor gallery to celebrate the city's rich history. Even though the city of Portsmouth, Ohio sits on higher ground adjacent to the Ohio River, it was still prone to flooding. Unfortunately, the city endured flooding events in 1884, 1913, and 1937. After the massive flood in 1937 shattered the town, city o…
Historic district where murals are located.