This gorgeous hotel served downtown Columbus from it’s opening in the mid 19th century until its demolition in the 1980s.
The Alfred Kelley Mansion was a real showstopper, constructed in the popular Greek Revival style back in 1838.
The Columbus Motordrome opened its gates on July 4, 1912 and by the following year, the entire company would go under.
In the 19th century, Columbus built the 12-mile Columbus Feeder Canal, a vital waterway that fueled the city’s growth.
Columbus Union Station welcomed presidents and passengers alike.
The Sells Brothers Circus was once the talk of the town, bringing excitement, wonder, and a whole lot of elephants to our streets.
Discover the history of the Hayden Homestead, once home to Columbus leaders including Governor Salmon P. Chase.
Columbus once had a Gothic-style City Hall, and it went down in flames. Here’s the wild, weird history behind the building and its demise.
Ready to dive into the origins of Columbus’ historic neighborhoods? From Franklinton to Flytown, these are the areas that shaped Columbus.
Lucas Sullivant, one of the founding fathers of Columbus, built the first brick home in the area over two centuries ago.