The Ohio Pyrotechnic Arts Guild, Inc., is a nonprofit association of fireworks professionals, apprentices, individuals and enthusiasts.

The purpose of the Ohio Pyrotechnic Arts Guild, Inc., (OPAG) founded in 1997, shall be to:

1. Promote the safe and sane display and use of pyrotechnics.

2. Encourage the legal display of public and private pyrotechnics in conjunction with personal, local and national holidays and patriotic events.

3. Promote the production and sale of high quality pyrotechnics.

4. Channel the creative energies of talented people into design, production and display of high quality pyrotechnics.

5. Provide a voice for the exhibitors, hobbyists, educators, amateur, and professional fireworks enthusiasts.

6. Provide a venue for the state of Ohio to provide continuing education for display exhibitors and apprentices.

7. Monitor legislation and lobby for legislation affecting pyrotechnics in Ohio.

8. Have fun.

If you have an interest in preserving fireworks for the future or would like to gain experience to become a licensed fireworks display exhibitor in the state of Ohio, contact  us


Upcoming OPAG Events


Guests and visitors are welcome to most OPAG events. All we ask is that you contact Doug Blue prior to the event so that you can receive confirmation and directions.



January 28, 2012 - Chillicothe, OH   OPAG Annual Meeting and shoot. We will be discussing our contribution to the "Battle of the Bands" club display. Follow the link to the music we have chosen.   
 



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