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Center of Science and Industry (COSI)
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Address: 333 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
Aptly billed as "The Fascination Destination," this 300,000 square-foot center offers changing exhibits such as a gravity-defying unicycle visitors can ride across the three-story atrium. Interactive, hands-on exhibits spotlight the ocean, life sciences and archaeology. Be sure to catch a show at the John Glenn Extreme Screen Movie Theater. You'll...
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Address: 480 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
Collections in the museum range from French Impressionists to American Modernists and other late 19th- and early 20th-c American and European modern art, including major works by Monet, Matisse, Picasso, Renoir, Hopper and O'Keeffe. Changing exhibits include photography, textiles, folk art sculpture and an interactive "I-Spy" show that helps all...
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Address: 9990 Riverside Dr, Powell, OH 43065
More than 600 species, including Humboldt penguins and okapi, inhabit these 100 acres along the banks of the Scioto River. Well known for its successful gorilla breeding program and for its extensive reptile collection, it also has aquarium exhibits, one called Manatee Coast was among the first sea cow exhibits outside Florida.
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Address: 1777 E Broad St, Columbus, OH 43203
Located three miles outside the city center, this horticultural landmark originally opened to the public in 1895 and now boasts 90 acres of outdoor green space, 400 plant species, 100 butterfly species, 800 feet of model railroad track, 7,000 panes of glass, a rain forest section, a replica of the Himalayas, a water garden, bonsai courtyard and an...
Kelton House Museum and Garden
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Address: 586 E Town St, Columbus, OH 43215
This charming Victorian-era house, which was built in 1852, now showcases 19th century life in Columbus. Once an important stop on the Underground Railroad, as slaves could stay here and then cross the Erie to Canada and freedom. The home, run by the Junior League, is surrounded by well-tended gardens. Tours for groups of six or more are available...
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Address: 59 Spruce St, Columbus, OH 43215
Thirty or more merchants set up stands and sell everything from pasta and sauces, produce, flowers, Indian groceries, gift baskets, cookware and coffee. At Gatterdam Eggs, patrons choose their own and pay on the honor system, a tradition since 1916. Try fresh seafood from The Fish Guys or a sandwich from Barry's Deli and enjoy your meal on nearby...
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Address: Broad and High Sts, Capitol Square, Columbus, OH 43215
Completed in 1861, this columned Greek revival-style building and its surroundings of Capitol Square is considered to be one of the most significant architectural accomplishments of the early republic. It features exquisite decor with marble floors, statues and paintings. The magnificent central staircase is offset by murals and a breathtaking...
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Address: 90 W Broad St, Columbus, OH 43215
To commemorate the 500th anniversary in 1992 of Christopher Columbus' voyage to the New World, city groups and businesses teamed up to moor an authentic, museum-quality replica of the Santa Maria on the banks of the Scioto River. The 77-foot ship, based upon plans from historical archives, hosts tours and overnight camps that allow kids of all...
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Address: 77 Jefferson Ave, Columbus, OH 43215
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this is the home of author James Thurber during his collegiate years, and the setting of many of his most famous short stories. Take a self-guided tour of the first two floors and learn about Thurber's family and the inspiration for much of his work. Next door is Thurber Center, a conference...
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Address: 480 E Town St, Columbus, OH 43215
This unique exhibit is a detailed topiary re-creation of Georges Seurat's famous "A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte." It is the only existing topiary interpretation of a painting. James Mason, who teaches sculpture in Columbus, designed and executed the landscape, which consists of boats, dogs, a pond, trees, and people (some 12...
