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Downtown on the west side of the Scioto River is an impressive statue of a man holding a flag and looking towards the horizon. If you took the time to take a closer look you would find it is a statue of Lucas Sullivant. Ever wonder who Lucas Sullivant might have been?
Well, he was the man that set up the first village on the west side of the Scioto River, and it was called Franklinton.
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Supreme Court's New Gavel
In downtown Columbus in the south reflecting pool of the Supreme Court building sits a new sculpture of a gigantic gavel. The gavel marks the final piece of public art to be added to the refurbished building.
The sculpture was created by Andrew Scott, a professor at the Savannah College of Art & Design in Georgia and a graduate of Ohio State University.
The sculpture measures 30' x 15' x 12'. It is made of stainless steel and concrete, weighs almost 20,000 poounds. The "Gavel" was fabricated in Cincinnati.
Andrew Scott (left) and Chief Justice Thomas Moyer at a recent open house celebrating the collection of various art media on display at the Supreme Court.
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Arena District
The Arena District is the premier entertainment district in downtown Columbus, Ohio. The Arena District offers an experience unlike any other. With its exceptional dining, accessible parking, live entertainment and affordable hotels, families, couples and singles alike can enjoy the district.
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The Wexner Center is a multi-disciplinary arts center located on campus at The Ohio State University. The Wexner Center provides a diverse array of contemporary arts, including visual arts exhibitions by major artists and emerging talents, films and videos by leading filmmakers of the past and present, and performing arts from around the world.
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Columbus History
Before Columbus was established, the land east of the Scioto was mostly uninhabited. It was designated as part of the Refugee Tract which was land set aside for residents of Nova Scotia that supported the American Revolution. However, when the Revolutionary War came to an end, they found themselves on the short end of the stick when the new American government gave up any claim to Nova Scotia and left it for the British. In an effort to make things right, the federal government gave these families land in the Ohio Territory. However, most of them decided not to make the treacherous move to the Ohio frontier and opted instead to sell their land rights to land speculators. That is the reason Lucas Sullivant established Franklinton on the west side of the Scioto, as this land was available for purchase, even though it was clear the Scioto frequently flooded the area with devastating results.
Columbus was first laid out in 1812 and incorporated in 1816.
Ohio City: the capital of the state
Originally, the Ohio legislature wanted to call their new town: Ohio City. Joseph Foos, a tavern owner and militia leader in Franklinton, and who also owned the first ferry about where the Broad Street bridge is located today, had other ideas.
Foos was a big admirer of Christopher Columbus. When Foos learned that the Ohio General Assembly was considering naming the new town Ohio City, he invited a large contingent of congressmen over for a little get together at his tavern to discuss the matter.
Following a lengthy discussion, accompanied by plenty of the inn's strongest liquors, the group came to an agreement: the new town would be called Columbus.
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Columbus Buggy
Before the Buggyworks Condos in downtown Columbus existed, there was the "Columbus Buggy Company." The Columbus Buggy was the largest producer of horse-drawn buggies in the country. Located near the former Ohio State Penitentiary, now the Nationwide Arena. Columbus Buggy was founded by C.D. Firestone in 1875.
But that was just one of 20 buggy manufacturers located in Central Ohio. That led to Columbus being called the "Buggy Capital of the World."
As demand for buggies began declining, the company switched to making automobiles. In 1902 Columbus Buggy introduced the electric-powered carriage. Five years later it added gasoline-powered vehicles to its line. Eddy Rickenbacker was an design engineer that worked closely with Harvey Firestone, C.D. Firestone's nephew. Later Harvey Firestone would found the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company.
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The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
The Columbus Zoo & Aquarium has been going through a tremendous growing spurt featuring new features, new exhibits and a new water park: Zoombezi Bay.
Jack Hanna was hired in 1978 at the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium. When hired he set as his top priority to increase attendance and build interest in the Columbus Zoo. That has been accomplished.
Today, the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium is one of the nations top zoological gardens in the country and a must see for anyone visiting Columbus. The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium is open year round and always has something special for visitors.
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Lighted arches that once spanned the city's major north-south thoroughfare, earned Columbus the reputation of the most "brilliantly illuminated city in the country."
The arches disappeared by mid 20th century, but in 2002, the city began installing new arches. The arches again illuminate High Street in an area known for fine restaurants and art galleries. (see also Gallery Hop).
Conservatory
Franklin Park Conservatory is a premier horticultural and educational institution showcasing exotic plant collections, special exhibitions, and spectacular Chihuly artworks.
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COSI
COSI has been considered one of the most respected science centers in the nation. For more than 40 years, it has been well known for creating programs that make science fun.
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