MANSFIELD, OHIO — A landmark in Mansfield’s history and landscape is entering a new phase after more than 30 years of quiet. The former Westinghouse site is officially moving forward, and the Richland County Land Bank is inviting the community to celebrate the next chapter.
On Saturday, June 13, 2026, the Richland County Land Bank, in partnership with the Leadership Unlimited Class of 2026 and local leaders, will host A WestingHOUSE Party, a public event announcing the return of the former Westinghouse campus. Once a key driver of Mansfield’s industrial economy, the site is now cleared, prepared, and ready for new development. This milestone is the result of years of coordinated work led by the Richland County Land Bank.
For generations, Westinghouse helped shape Mansfield and Richland County. When operations closed in 1990, the property entered a long pause. That began to change in 2022 when some of the campus’s remaining structures came down, creating one of the region’s most unique redevelopment opportunities. Today, the site is positioned for its next use — not as a reminder of the past, but as a significant asset for future growth.
A WestingHOUSE Party will include live music from bands like Shucking Bubba, food vendors, activities, a return of the Mansfield Family Festival, sports, and fireworks. It reflects a community rapidly moving forward — honoring the people who helped build Mansfield while engaging residents in what comes next.
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Updates will be shared on the official Facebook page at facebook.com/brandrichland, and sponsorship information is available on the event landing page: http://www.brandrichland.com/a-westinghouse-party. We hope to see you there!