Join the Columbus Historical Society and educator Johneen Griffin for a talk at the Historic Harrison House featuring images and recollections of iconic Columbus signs created by her late husband, sign painter and artist William "bc" Collins.

William Collins, bc to friends and Bill to customers, was the sole proprietor of Spectagraphics, and created many well known signs and logos around Columbus. He also became known for his artistic creations and was shown in several juried exhibitions.

Parking is available on the street, behind the Harrison House and in the church parking lot if there are spots available.

This event is free, but registration is required as space is limited!

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A tour of this iconic Columbus landmark; previously known as the T & O Railroad Station; with speaker Bruce Warner, Columbus Historical Society Board Member and former Yard Operations, T & O Railroad.

Parking is available in the garage behind the building (hourly), surface lot of the former Spaghetti Warehouse ($5), and limited ParkCbus meters

This event is free, but registration is required as space is limited!

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An old-fashioned Christmas open house!

Throughout the event there will be holiday cookies, breads and hot beverages! The Sullivant Land Office will also be hosting a pop-up gift shop.

Schedule:

2:30pm - Story-telling and legends by Keith Shannon and Julie McGhee.

3:30pm - Brass band quintet performance by Worthington Kilbourne Highschool

4:30pm - Holiday sing-along!

The event is free, but registration is greatly appreciated!

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Join us for a tour of the Joseph P. Kinneary United States Courthouse! 

This tour will be conducted by a courthouse employee. Please enter through the front entrance for a security check-in which will consist of a metal detector, bag check, and require a photo-ID. 

There is limited parking available on Marconi Blvd itself, otherwise we recommend the parking garages at 745 W State St Parking Garage 1, Columbus, OH 43222 or the LAZ garage.

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A tour of this iconic Columbus landmark, previously known as the T & O Railroad Station!

Parking is available at both the old Spaghetti Warehouse location, as well as nearby parking garages. 

This event is free, but registration is required as space is limited!

We hope to see you there!

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Join local historian Tony Bolton as he looks at the changing face of Columbus as it has grown to become Ohio's largest city!

Some changes came in succession, while at other times the skyline remained unchanged for decades. Some proposed changes never came about. An entire freeway system was built in a decade  bring growth and development while simultaneously devastating several vibrant neighborhoods.

Parking is available behind the Harrison House or along the street.

Tickets are free, but registration is required as space is limited.

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Visit the Historic Harrison House to listen to the acoustic music of the Civil War presented by Steve Ball and his wife Lisa Ball!

This program shares some of the most popular tunes of the Civil War from both sides of the conflict. The music is presented in a chronological format, with the story of each song, and what is happening in the Civil War at the same time. Covers some of the popular patriotic tunes, melancholy ballads of home, and a bit of army humor as well. Shares both music and history with insight to both soldiers and musicians of the period.

This concert will feature Lisa Ball's vocal talents and skill in the upright bass, as well as Steve Ball's vocals and his talent in guitar and banjo. 

Tickets are free, but registration is required as space is limited.

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A guided tour of the beautiful Ohio Statehouse!

Currently there is an elevator modernization project occurring in the building.  There may some areas only accessible via the stairways.

Parking: Statehouse underground parking garage or nearby lots or street parking.  

Visitors may enter from Third Street or from the south sliding doors in the underground parking garage on the Green Level.

Please plan to arrive early to allow time for security screenings, restroom breaks, etc.

Tickets are free, but registration is required as space is limited.

We look forward to seeing you!

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Visit the Supreme Court of Ohio for a tour of the building and it's artworks!  This building is accessible. 

All adult attendees and children 6th grade and older are subject to security screenings.

Tickets are free, but reservations are required as space is limited.

We look forward to seeing you!