From Frank Lloyd Wright’s Great Workroom to global health innovation, SC Johnson’s national spotlight proves world-changing impact starts right here in Greater Racine County
Racine recently took the national stage when ABC’s Good Morning America (GMA) visited SC Johnson’s world headquarters. The feature was part of “America the Beautiful: 50 States in 50 Weeks,” a yearlong series leading up to the nation’s 250th anniversary on July 4, 2026, highlighting the history and stories that define each state.
Representing Wisconsin, the segment spotlighted SC Johnson’s iconic Great Workroom, designed in 1936 by Frank Lloyd Wright, and the SC Johnson Center for Insect Science and Family Health™. The world-class research center develops trusted brands like OFF!®, Raid®, and Baygon® while advancing solutions to fight diseases such as malaria. In 2025, the World Health Organization recommended spatial repellents, supporting innovations like the SC Johnson Guardian™.
Beyond its global innovation, SC Johnson is a Leading Employer in Racine County. Founded in 1886 and now a fifth-generation family-owned company, it produces trusted brands like Windex®, Ziploc®, and Glade® while offering career opportunities in R&D, marketing, manufacturing, supply chain, and IT within a collaborative, purpose-driven culture. This national spotlight reinforces what we know locally: Racine County is home to world-class companies making a meaningful impact around the globe—discover how SC Johnson continues to expand its impact and create meaningful opportunities within our community.
