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Address: 1982 Velma Ave, Columbus, OH 43211
This center is also the headquarters of the Ohio Historical Society, a facility that showcases Ohio's history from the ice age to the present and the flagship museum in the society's statewide system of 60 historical sites. This 250,000 square-foot structure is also home to a gift shop, 280-seat auditorium, and the...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Address: 1871 North High St, Ohio State University, Columbus, OH 43210
Part of Ohio State University, the galleries play host to a diverse and changing roster of work from an international array of contemporary artists, emerging filmmakers and documentary producers. Performing arts troupes include dancers and musicians. A cafe and gift shop complete the experience and allow guests to...
