The local area barn paintings pictured below, made by Dr Robert Kroeger of Cincinnati Ohio, were auctioned off at the 2017 Whitley County 4-H Fair. The auction was very successful. The twelve paintings – plus a bonus painting – were auctioned off for a total of $3,475. The Museum and artist, Dr. Robert Kroeger, each received 50% of the total sales. The Museum will use its share to help pay for the new sidewalk to the main walkway, the sidewalk around the flower garden and a 12’ by 36’ pad that will allow buses and vans to use their lifts to transport those visitors requiring wheelchairs. Many persons have taken advantage of the new sidewalks and appreciate a smooth and safe surface.

The Board of Directors for the Whitley County Agricultural Museum would like to thank all who attended the auction and placed a bid on the paintings. Whitley County always supports important and needy projects and this auction was no exception. Thank you Whitley County and thanks to The Post & Mail and its staff for all their support! It is greatly appreciated.

About the Artist

Dr. Kroeger’s career includes a 30-year dental practice and four years in the Navy. Now retired, he paints barns in the oil impasto technique. He frames the paintings with reclaimed wood from the century-old barns, adding more history to his art.

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