On North High Street just north of West Dominion Boulevard, on the left when traveling north.
Beechwold
In 1800 John Rathbone acquired 4,000 acres of the northwest quadrant of Clinton Township. His daughter Eliza and her husband, Dr. Charles Whetmore, established residence on 262 acres of that land. They called their home Locust . . . — — Map (db m201004) HM
On High Street near Indian Springs Dr., on the right when traveling north.
The Treaty of Greeneville temporarily ended the Indian Wars and
opened the west to white settlers. Kihue (aka Bill Moose), a
Native American and member of the Wyandotte tribe, was born
in Ohio in 1837. By 1846 all but twelve Wyandotte families . . . — — Map (db m116830) HM
On Indianola Avenue (U.S. 23) at Cooke Road, on the right when traveling north on Indianola Avenue.
Dominion Land Company Mound
An Early Woodlands Period Structure
In the early 1800s, Prosper Wetmore wrote about his childhood
memories of native mounds in the ravine area of Northwestern
Clinton Township. At that time, he recalled two . . . — — Map (db m108853) HM
On High Street at Indian Springs Dr., on the right when traveling north on High Street.
Philologus Webster was born in Stonington, Connecticut in 1759.
He was the son of Captain John and Rhonda Lewis Webster and the
great great grandson of Connecticut Colony Governor John Webster.
At the age of 18, Philo served in the Revolutionary . . . — — Map (db m116831) HM
On Indianola Avenue (U.S. 23), on the right when traveling north.
The founding of the philanthropic organization Charity Newsies stems from a cold, blustery day in December 1907, when a small newspaper boy stood on the corner of Broad and High streets. Inside the nearby Billy’s Chophouse, entertainers George Baker . . . — — Map (db m17375) HM
On Hamlet Street at Cedar Alley, on the left when traveling south on Hamlet Street.
The Italian Community gratefully remembers
Father Rocco Petrarca
Pastor of
St. John the Baptist Church
from 1913 to 1948
“Flos Memoriae Lapide Perennior” — — Map (db m14489) HM
On Hamlet Street at Lincoln Street, on the left when traveling south on Hamlet Street.
Reverend Father Alexander Cestelli. The National Italian Catholic parish of Saint John the Baptist was founded in October 1896 by the Reverend Father Alexander Cestelli, D.D. Father Cestelli was born in Fiesole, Italy and came to America in . . . — — Map (db m14487) HM
On East Long Street at Taylor Avenue, on the right when traveling east on East Long Street.
Martin Luther King Jr. Library On November 19. 1968, the Columbus Metropolitan Library dedicated the first public library in the nation named after Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. After King's assassination on April 4. 1968, the East Side Community . . . — — Map (db m221232) HM
On Mount Vernon Avenue at 20th Street, on the right when traveling east on Mount Vernon Avenue.
The commercial area of Mount Vernon Avenue originated in the early 1900s as a safe haven for African-American people segregated from the primarily white community of the time. Not permitted to enter many businesses in downtown Columbus during the . . . — — Map (db m17471) HM
Second Baptist Church - Columbus' Oldest Black Baptist Church, 1836. Second Baptist Church cordially received its independence as a mission church from the First Baptist Church on January 7, 1836. Rev. Ezekiel Fields was chosen as pastor . . . — — Map (db m17174) HM
On Mount Vernon Avenue at Hamilton Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Mount Vernon Avenue.
The Shiloh Baptist Church was completed in 1923. Founded in 1869, Shiloh is the third oldest African-American church in Columbus and is a descendent of the Second Baptist Church. The church is located in the Mt. Vernon neighborhood, which is . . . — — Map (db m17472) HM
On St. Clair Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
In 1911 local doctors founded the St. Clair Hospital. The home adjacent to the hospital served as a residence home and training school for nurses. In 1940, the hospital was converted into a convalescent home. In 1948, Mr. and Mrs. William J. . . . — — Map (db m17473) HM
On Long Street at St. Clair Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Long Street.
The Lincoln Theatre, originally known as Ogden Theatre Lodge, opened on Thanksgiving Day in 1929. Developer Al Jackson was spurred to build the theatre because African-Americans were segregated from the other area theatres. Among the bands that have . . . — — Map (db m17378) HM
On Old Henderson Road at Executive Drive, on the right when traveling west on Old Henderson Road.
In 1906. Carrie Nelson Black founded the Columbus Society for the Prevention and Control of Tuberculosis, now The Breathing Association. A woman ahead of her time, she volunteered as President and Chief Executive for thirty years, using her keen . . . — — Map (db m82134) HM
On Atcheson Street at Winner Avenue, on the left when traveling east on Atcheson Street.
Maryland Park was opened in 1921. It served as the site of the annual Emancipation Day Celebration until 1933. The first Columbus public pool was constructed here in 1929 as the Center of Eastside Social and Recreation Activities. It was home to . . . — — Map (db m17470) HM
Near East Broad Street (U.S. 40/62), on the right when traveling east.
Despite exclusionary laws preventing U.S. citizenship, Asians served in the Union and Confederate armies and navies during the American Civil War (1861-1865). Many of these soldiers were denied citizenship following their services due to the . . . — — Map (db m26933) HM
On Parsons Avenue at Bryden Road / Town Street, on the left when traveling north on Parsons Avenue.
Bryden Road is named after James Bryden, a city councilman and county commissioner who owned 135 acres here in the 1840's. By 1900 Bryden Road was known for its stately homes, canopy of elms, and the electrically lit metal arch at its west entrance. . . . — — Map (db m17182) HM
On East Main Street (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling west.
At the turn of the 20th century, three Columbus fire stations were on the National Road, including Station 11 which was built here at 1000 East Main. Construction began in August 1896 and was completed in February 1897 at a cost of $12,863. The cost . . . — — Map (db m226471) HM
Founded by Hannah (Mrs. William) Neil, the Mission, located at this site for 109 years, helped children and families with difficulties as they journeyed westward on the Old National Trail. The second oldest Columbus charity, the Mission, now known . . . — — Map (db m17413) HM
On Emerald Avenue at Taylor Avenue, on the right when traveling east on Emerald Avenue.
Side A Until the 1970s, Pilgrim Elementary school was different from today. Pilgrim had a smaller playground with a brick wall around it. The gym was used only for physical education classes and most students went home for lunch, while . . . — — Map (db m94623) HM
On Parsons Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
This nine acres of land was purchased by the citizens of Columbus in 1837, and deeded to the state for use as the Ohio School for the Blind. The first building, designed by N. B. Kelly and occupied in October 1839, was replaced by the current . . . — — Map (db m17178) HM
Near East Broad Street (U.S. 40), on the right when traveling east.
General William Tecumseh Sherman made this now famous statement on August 11, 1880, in a speech at a reunion of Civil War veterans, held on this site, then the Ohio State Fairgrounds. — — Map (db m16962) HM
On East Broad Street (U.S. 40) just east of Franklin Park West Street, on the right when traveling east.
This “Bicentennial Oak” survived initial forest clearing to make way for the state capital development in 1812. In 1888 the tree became the hallmark of the most beautiful woodland boulevard in America, when William G. Deshler paid to . . . — — Map (db m49999) HM
On West North Broadway, on the right when traveling east.
Clinton Theater
On New Year’s Day, 1927 the Clinton movie theater opened,
showing Frank Capra’s comedy The Strong Man. This theater was
built as part of the James theater group. It was designed by
architect Henry Holbrook in the . . . — — Map (db m108020) HM
Near History Street south of Hiawatha Park Drive, on the left when traveling north.
By the 1890s, although people could purchase produce at local markets, many grew their own fruits, vegetables and herbs. This kitchen garden features open-pollinated vegetables that were popular during the late 1890s. Corn and pumpkins were usually . . . — — Map (db m247459) HM
Near History Street south of Hiawatha Park Drive, on the left when traveling north.
Recycling in the 1890s was a little different than it is today. While they weren't being purposeful about it, many Victorians recycled by reusing and repurposing items they used in everyday life. They reused and repurposed items like food . . . — — Map (db m247453) HM
Near History Street south of Hiawatha Park Drive, on the left when traveling north.
The Wyandotte is an American breed, developed in the 1870s and named for the indigenous Wyandot people of North America. The Silver-Laced type was included in the American Standard of Perfection in 1883. This large, but round-bodied bird is calm, . . . — — Map (db m247458) HM
Near History Street south of Hiawatha Park Drive, on the left when traveling north.
Need a secure place to hold elections, but don't need it all year long? A mobile voting booth, like the one you see in front of you, might just be the answer! Metal voting booths like this one would sell for about $200 back in 1890 (over $7000 in . . . — — Map (db m247452) HM
the old Beechwold
Historic District
has been placed on the
National Register
of historic places
by the United States
Department of the Interior
1987 — — Map (db m81987) HM
On Summit Street (U.S. 23) north of Alden Avenue, on the right when traveling north.
2210 Summit Street once housed one of Ohio's longest-running lesbian bars. In 1970. a lesbian bartender at Jack's A Go Go recognized that while Columbus had bars for gay men. it needed one geared toward lesbian clientele. Patrons knew the bar as . . . — — Map (db m225720) HM
On Fred Taylor Drive at Borror Dr., on the left when traveling north on Fred Taylor Drive.
A.B. Graham and the 4-H Movement. In 1902, Albert Belmont Graham (1868-1960), a school teacher and superintendent, established the Boys and Girls Agricultural Experiment Club in Springfield, Ohio. Graham believed in learning by doing, a concept . . . — — Map (db m94110) HM
On Irving Schottenstein Dr, on the left when traveling north.
“You can never pay back, but you can pay forward”
Wayne Woodrow “Woody” Hayes was a buckeye from birth. born in
Clifton, Ohio, he spent his entire life giving back to the state he
loved. Woody earned a bachelor’s . . . — — Map (db m94098) HM
On Irving Schottenstein Dr, on the left when traveling west.
Over his 28-year coaching career, Woody Hayes (1913-1987) cemented The Ohio State University's tradition of football excellence while amassing one of the most impressive records in college football. Wayne Woodrow Hayes grew up in Newcomerstown and . . . — — Map (db m94097) HM
James Cleveland Owens was born in Alabama in 1913 and moved with his family to Cleveland at age nine. An elementary school teacher recorded his name "Jesse" when he said "J.C." It became the name he used for the rest of his life. Owens' dash to . . . — — Map (db m12799) HM
On West Lane Avenue at Olentangy River Road, on the right when traveling west on West Lane Avenue.
"This sculpture, "Cancer… There's Hope" is the last work of the world renowned sculptor, Victor Salmones. He claimed it to be his finest, a labor of love. The back five figures are cancer patients and their supporters preparing to enter treatment, . . . — — Map (db m200919) HM
On Fred Taylor Drive, on the right when traveling north.
James Cleveland (Jesse) Owens, 1913-1980, Ohio State University Track and Field Star, Olympic Champion, Ambassador of Sports, Humanitarian, Friend of Youth.
Jesse Owens' incomparable achievements as an Ohio State and Olympic athlete are . . . — — Map (db m12773) HM
On West Lane Avenue at Oletangy River Road, on the right when traveling west on West Lane Avenue.
The Lane Avenue Bridge over the Olentangy River is the second cable-stayed suspension bridge constructed in Franklin County. The structure is 370 feet long, the twin support towers rise 165 feet above the water and the deck is 112 feet wide. The . . . — — Map (db m200917) HM
On Lane Avenue at Olentangy River Road, on the right when traveling west on Lane Avenue.
• In the late 1800's a steel truss was constructed across the Olentangy River at Lane Avenue. Its primary function was to gain access across the Olentangy River from the main campus of The Ohio State University to the agricultural land on the west . . . — — Map (db m12957) HM
On West Lane Avenue at Olentangy River Road, on the right when traveling east on West Lane Avenue.
• In the late 1800's a steel truss was constructed across the Olentangy River at Lane Avenue. Its primary function was to gain access across the Olentangy River from the main campus of The Ohio State University to the agricultural land on the west . . . — — Map (db m200920) HM
On 2nd Street at West Main Street (U.S. 62), on the left when traveling north on 2nd Street.
This cast-bronze eagle once adorned the
Battleship U.S.S. Ohio
Restoration has been made possible through
donations by
five Columbus Women’s Service Clubs
Altrusa Club • Quota Club
Pilot Club • Zonta Club
Soroptimist . . . — — Map (db m88248) HM
On West Main Street (U.S. 62) at South Civic Center Drive, on the right when traveling west on West Main Street.
(side A)
Columbus Feeder Canal
Col. Nathaniel McLean removed the first earth for the Columbus Feeder Canal not far from this site, April 27, 1827. The earth was wheeled away by Ralph Osborn and Henry Brown, auditor and . . . — — Map (db m88254) HM
On South Front Street just north of West Main Street (U.S. 62), on the right when traveling north.
Once the headquarters of the Julian & Kokenge Co. which was founded by future United States Treasurer, William A. Julian in 1893. The company would steadily grow into one of the largest manufacturers of women's shoes in the nation, and a . . . — — Map (db m203907) HM
On West Rich Street (Route 3) at South Front Street, on the right when traveling west on West Rich Street.
The bioretention basins in this area along Town, Front, Rich, and Main Streets were installed during three roadway projects from 2008 to 2011 as part of Mayor Michael B. Coleman's Green Columbus Initiative. A bioretention basin is a landscaped area . . . — — Map (db m203906) HM
The Ohio School for the Deaf was established in 1829 by an act of the Ohio Legislature. Although the fifth school for the deaf in the country, it was the first school to be 100% funded by the state. The school first opened in a small rented building . . . — — Map (db m12869) HM
On High Street (U.S. 23), on the right when traveling north.
In 1835, Dr. William Awl of Columbus and Dr. Daniel Drake of
Cincinnati presented recommendations to the Ohio General Assembly
to establish a school for the blind. Legislation, signed by then
governor of Ohio Duncan McArthur on April 3, 1837, . . . — — Map (db m94099) HM
On Sunbury Road at Willamont Avenue, on the right when traveling south on Sunbury Road.
Aminah Brenda Lynn Robinson (1940-2015) and her son Sydney moved into this home in 1974. The artist, a visual historian, lived and worked here in the Shepard community until her passing. Raised in Columbus’s Poindexter Village and educated in the . . . — — Map (db m184219) HM
On North High Street south of West 2nd Avenue, on the left when traveling south. Reported permanently removed.
Look Up! Those amazing arches you see spanning
High Street are the architectural signature of the
Short ort Arts District. Their glow pays homage to a time when Columbus
was known nationwide as Arch City.
It was 1888 and the country was . . . — — Map (db m205439) HM
On North High Street at Spruce Street, on the left when traveling south on North High Street.
The Austrian Oak won the Mr. World Professional Body Building Contest at Veterans Memorial Auditorium in September 1970. He also won another 13 world bodybuilding championships. Gaining worldwide fame as an action film star, he was Businessman, . . . — — Map (db m201034) HM
On North High Street south of East 3rd Avenue, on the left when traveling south. Reported permanently removed.
Born in 1905 in rural Kalida, Ohio, Emerson Burkhart
came into his artistic maturity during the ’40s as a portrait
artist and a chronicler of the fastchanging world around
him. Working in his Columbus studio, he chose to distance
himself from . . . — — Map (db m205468) HM
On North High Street at West 4th Avenue, on the right when traveling north on North High Street. Reported permanently removed.
It's about collecting and experiencing art.
It's about diversity, creativity, and all things experiential.
It's a legendary Columbus tradition that traces its roots to a
collaborative idea started by a handful of entrepreneurs.
The first . . . — — Map (db m210931) HM
On North High Street at West Goodale Street when traveling south on North High Street. Reported permanently removed.
When Dr. Lincoln Goodale presented it to the city in 1851, Goodale Park was nothing more than forty acres of woods.
Today the park is the epicenter of the Short North Arts District’s biggest events, one of the unequaled public spaces in . . . — — Map (db m211052) HM
On North High Street at East Goodale Street, on the right when traveling north on North High Street. Reported permanently removed.
HighBall is the nation’s fiercest costume party. Staged in the fashion capital of Columbus, this yearly event for the Halloween season bridged runway style with the culture of the Short North Arts District. Be a part of the HighBall street spectacle . . . — — Map (db m210941) HM
On North High Street at Aston Row Lane, on the right when traveling north on North High Street.
Constructed in 1909 and renovated for residential and commercial use in 2014, The Fireproof
Building was originally home to Fireproof Warehouse
and Storage Co. and was first used to protect
personal possessions. With steel doors & solid concrete . . . — — Map (db m97398) HM
On North High Street at Goodale Street, on the right when traveling north on North High Street.
One of five Civil War military posts in Columbus, Tod Barracks, named in honor of Governor David Tod, was built in 1863 as the headquarters for military administration in central Ohio. Necessitated by Lincoln’s call for 300,000 new troops, the . . . — — Map (db m9834) HM
On North High Street at Warren Street, on the right when traveling north on North High Street. Reported permanently removed.
The Grand Union Station and its ornate arcade was the third and final train
station to occupy the spot where the Columbus Convention Center now
stands. Designed by celebrated architect Daniel H. Burnham, it
featured the Grand Concourse which . . . — — Map (db m211386) HM
On South Grant Avenue at East Beck Street, on the right when traveling south on South Grant Avenue.
In 1944, Tip-Top Bakery, part of a chain, replaced several houses at this corner. The building later served as a Columbus Dispatch newspaper distribution depot, marked with a German-language sign that served as a reminder of the area's . . . — — Map (db m141805) HM
On East Livingston Avenue (U.S. 33) just west of Miller Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
On this land the Rickenbacker family grew cabbage and potatoes. They raised chickens, goats, and an occasional pig. Eddie remembered, "there was vacant land all around us, and nobody cared if we tethered our goats to graze. As our herd grew, we . . . — — Map (db m200859) HM
On East Beck Streeet at Mohawk Street, on the right when traveling east on East Beck Streeet.
1984 Brick Protest
German Village's brick streets are an unquestionable part of its distinctive historic character, and in a special way they document a long history of civic activism that continues to this day. When the city failed to . . . — — Map (db m141766) HM
On South Lazelle Street at Willow Street, on the right when traveling south on South Lazelle Street.
In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, extra-hard paving bricks (often called "blocks") were the material of choice for street surfaces. Larger than standard bricks, they were durable and often had incised patterns or raised areas to provide . . . — — Map (db m141771) HM
On John Circle Drive, on the left when traveling east.
America's World War I "Ace of Aces," Edward Vernon Rickenbacker was born in Columbus in 1890 to Swiss immigrant parents, leaving school at age 12 to help support his family. Working for several Columbus automobile companies initiated his love of . . . — — Map (db m173288) HM
On East Livingston Avenue (U.S. 33) west of Miller Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
When the U.S. entered World War I in 1917, Rickenbacker joined the Army hoping to be a part of the Air Corps. Because he was known as a race car driver and was considered too old for flight training at the age of 27, he was assigned as a driver for . . . — — Map (db m200856) HM
On Mohawk Street north of East Columbus Street, on the left when traveling north.
In the 1860s, the Eckart family constructed this Italianate style home. Michael Eckart worked as a carptenter and cabinet maker in Columbus. This home stayed in the family until the 1950s. — — Map (db m142048) HM
On South Third Street at East Columbus Street, on the left when traveling south on South Third Street.
Lorenzo and Barbara Aumiller built the original structure after purchasing this lot in 1858 from C. F. Jaeger. In 1890, the building was purchased by noted Columbus brewer Nicholas Schlee who bequeathed the home to his daughter, Amalie A. . . . — — Map (db m141916) HM
On Mohawk Street north of East Kossuth Street, on the right when traveling north.
In 1868, Christian Frederick Jaeger sold this lot to Heinrich Guenther. A year later, Christian Kastner, a Bavarian immigrant and butcher, purchsed the land. Kastner would be the first of four butchers to eventually own this vernacular Italiante. In . . . — — Map (db m142049) HM
On East Kossuth Street at Purdy Alley, on the right when traveling east on East Kossuth Street.
This post and beam building was first constructed for use as a livery stable. The Waldschmidt family owned it from 1888 to the late 1940s. The building was also used for ice storage. With the advent of the auto, it became a service garage. These . . . — — Map (db m141917) HM
On East Beck Street at Mohawk Street, on the left when traveling east on East Beck Street.
This Italianate style home was first owned by John Frederick Brand, a harness manufacturer. It later served as a home to several tradespeople including a tinner, a pressman, a carpenter and a shoemaker. — — Map (db m141926) HM
On East Beck Street west of South 5th Street, on the right when traveling east.
This home was first occupied by stonemasons Adam and William Brust. It housed boarders through the 1920s including a gardener, a tailor, a shoemaker and a carpenter. It is best known as the home of the Busy Bee Confectionary from 1955 through the . . . — — Map (db m192625) HM
On South Third Street at Stimmel Street, on the right when traveling south on South Third Street.
The first occupant of record was Gustav Poentsch, a carpet weaver. From the early 1900s until the late 1930s, it was the home of the Assman family. Paul Assman worked as a buggy painter and as a school janitor. His wife Louise and daughters Dorothy . . . — — Map (db m141920) HM
On East Livingston Avenue (U.S. 33) just west of Miller Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
In the early 1900s, cars were the rage in America. While working in an auto repair garage in Columbus, Eddie took advantage of his surroundings and taught himself how to drive. By his late teens he had become a skilled automotive engineer and was . . . — — Map (db m200855) HM
On Mohawk Street south of East Sycamore Street, on the right when traveling south.
For over a century, this site was part of St. Mary Catholic Church, established to serve the many German families moving into the area in the 1860s.
A primary mission of St. Mary's parish has been the education of its children. The first . . . — — Map (db m141818) HM
Near East Beck Street at Dixon Alley, on the left when traveling east.
Frank Fetch was a dedicated city employee who recognized that the "near south side" of Columbus could be more than the neglected area it had become. In 1959, he made that dream a reality when he renovated 767 Wall St., on the outskirts of what . . . — — Map (db m141790) HM
Near East Beck Street at Dixon Alley, on the left when traveling east.
This award-winning park is owned by the City of Columbus and is maintained in partnership with volunteers from the German Village Garten Club. Frank Fetch, president of the German Village Society from 1960 to 1970 and from 1975 to 1978, promoted . . . — — Map (db m141796) HM
Honoring the Memory of Franklin County Soldiers of the Mexican War 1846 - 1848 On this day, October 2, 1954, this tablet is placed in memory of those soldiers from Franklin County, Ohio who served their country with great courage and . . . — — Map (db m13106) HM
On South Third Street at East Columbus Street, on the right when traveling south on South Third Street.
On this spot, Fred Holdridge and Howard Burns opened Hausfrau Haven in German Village and their hearts to German Villagers. Their energy enveloped those around them and created a movement steeped in civic pride, a sense of community, and a love . . . — — Map (db m141755) HM
On East Deshler Avenue at Jaeger Street, on the right when traveling west on East Deshler Avenue.
Once upon a time…there was a pandemic that spread across the world and kept us apart. Schiller Park played an invaluable role for people seeking respite from the toll of social isolation. Despite the uncertainty of the time, over 300 neighbors . . . — — Map (db m200860) HM
This tree planted
May 11, 1929
in honor of the
Gold Star Mothers
Southway Unit No. 144
American Legion Auxiliary
In memory of their sons
John L. Fischer
Clemment J. Simon
Walter I. Clark
John Brehl
Who died in France 1918 . . . — — Map (db m13107) HM
In the spirit of a handful of pioneers, Grace Highfield was an important part of the development of this Historic District. Grace loved German Village. Grace's openness to new ideas and to people of all ages was an inspiration. Her leadership and . . . — — Map (db m141851) HM
On South Nelson Road at Gault Street, on the right when traveling north on South Nelson Road.
Hanford Village was founded in the early 1900s just east of Columbus proper with its own mayor, police force, fire department, businesses, and park. After World War II, a subdivision of Hanford became a segregated community for returning African . . . — — Map (db m94618) HM
On East Beck Street at South Grant Avenue, on the left when traveling east on East Beck Street.
Also known as "Hurry's Corner," this cluster of renovated homes at the intersection of East Beck Street and South Grant Avenue was named for Bob Hurry, a Texas geophysicist who arrived in German Village in 1961. Seeing its potential, he bought a . . . — — Map (db m141800) HM
On Refugee Road, 0.3 miles east of Courtright Road, on the right when traveling east.
Clarence H. Jacobs (October 29, 1897 - October 28, 1964) began Jacobs Transfer Company in 1921 and ran it until shortly before his death. When his son joined him in 1945, the company incorporated as Jacobs & Son. While originally located at 309 . . . — — Map (db m247608) HM
Classical German Poet of Enlightenment
Dramatist, Philosopher, and Historian
Rededicated July 4, 1991
The United German Singing Societies of Central Ohio
Columbus Maennerchor & Damenchor •
Columbus Sachsenchor
Newark Maennerchor & . . . — — Map (db m13105) HM
On East Beck Street at Mohawk Street, on the right when traveling east on East Beck Street.
The 1884 building at the southwest corner of Beck and Mohawk streets has housed many businesses: a grocery, at least two saloons, a hardware store and, allegedly, a speakeasy during Prohibition. In the 1940s and 1950s, King's Rose Garden was . . . — — Map (db m141780) HM
On Hanford Street at Bruck Street, on the right when traveling east on Hanford Street.
Side A:
Merion Village was named for the Nathaniel Merion family, who in 1809 settled what is now the South Side of Columbus on 1800 acres of the Refugee Lands. Entrepreneur William Merion operated “Merion's Landing” in the 1830s to . . . — — Map (db m17390) HM
On East Livingston Avenue (U.S. 33) just west of Miller Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
RWI is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving life in the City of Columbus through projects honoring the accomplishments and spirit of Eddie Rickenbacker and Granville T. Woods. This community-based initiative, celebrating the lives and . . . — — Map (db m200852) HM
On Reinhard Avenue at South 3rd Street, on the right when traveling east on Reinhard Avenue. Reported missing.
Long a gathering place for residents of Columbus, this area, which became known as Schiller Park, hosted German songfests, Fourth of July festivities, the 1864 and 1865 Ohio State Fairs, and the 1871 peace celebration commemorating the end of the . . . — — Map (db m217004) HM
Schmidt's Sausage Haus has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior — — Map (db m56874) HM
On East Whittier Street, on the right when traveling west.
Site of First Ohio State Home Football Game
In the fall, life for many in Columbus revolves around Ohio State University football, from the first kickoff in September to the last play in November. O.S.U.'s first home game took place at 2:30 . . . — — Map (db m12442) HM
On Southwood Avenue at 4th Street, on the left when traveling west on Southwood Avenue.
Built in 1894, the original eight-room Southwood Elementary School cost
$16,000 to construct on this site purchased from a local family for
$3,000. The school originally had five teachers and a teacher-pupil
ratio of 50-1. Mary Esper was the . . . — — Map (db m94245) HM
On South 3rd Street just south of East Sycamore Street, on the left when traveling south.
St. Mary Church was dedicated in 1868 in response to the spiritual needs of the growing German-Catholic population of Columbus’ South Side. The original schoolhouse, which stands behind the church, was erected in 1865 under the direction of Rev. . . . — — Map (db m20522) HM
On East Beck Street west of South Grant Avenue, on the left when traveling east.
As the legend of 316-318 E. Beck St. has it, two brothers began building side-by-side houses but got into a dispute during construction. Although assembly continued, each brother picked his own roof shape, window type and trim to be distinct from . . . — — Map (db m141798) HM
On East Livingston Avenue (U.S. 33) west of Miller Avenue, on the right when traveling west.
In 1893 Eddie Rickenbacker's father William built this house, which the family moved into when Eddie was three years old. After his father's death in 1904, Eddie's mother Elizabeth Basler Rickenbacker raised her seven surviving children here. In . . . — — Map (db m200853) HM
This 1891 statue of Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller stands today as a result of the civic-minded efforts and generosity of the early German-American immigrants who settled in this part of the City of Columbus in the 1880s.
Schiller was . . . — — Map (db m141863) HM
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