MISSION STATEMENT:
The North Central Oho Industrial Museum preserves and interprets, the heritage of Manufacturing and Industry in this area, for the benefit of Present and Future Generations. At the same time, the Museum is supplementing its collections with significant Regional Artifacts, to enhance its interpretive programs. To fulfill this Mission, the Museum shall acquire and manage Collections of objects, artifacts, photos and print, related to the History of Manufacturing in this area.

CORE PRINCIPLES:
Because decisions must be made in an ever-changing environment, it is important for the Museum to be clear about the Core Principles that guide it. The following are the central factors in the identity of the Museum, that make this Museum what it is and is not

• Holding historic assets as a public trust
• Focusing on Industry and Manufacturing in Five Counties surrounding Richland County
• Preserving and interpreting objects, artifacts, photos and print, related to Manufacturing
• Being open and accessible to the public and the world online thru Catalog-It
• Maintaining a Volunteer component
• Providing an affordable, educational and enjoyable Visitor experience
• Maintaining interesting and educational information related to Past/Present Manufacturing