Whether you’re a history buff, an artist, a vintage television enthusiast, or just an admirer of many things – you’ll find something that interests you in this list of museums in and around Columbus!
Get your museum stance ready (hands folded behind the back and a slight forward-lean to signal others that you are deep in thought and know a lot more than they do), and enjoy. Walk slowly and remember to occasionally let out a quiet, “hm,” as you read the little plaques next to each exhibit.
Reminder to NOT TOUCH THE INSTALLATIONS! Just thought we’d remind you now so you don’t get scolded later. Love you!
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Adena Was the 2000-acre estate of Thomas Worthington (1773-1827), the sixth governor of Ohio and one of the state's first United States Senators. The mansion
The Central Ohio Fire Museum & Learning Center pays tribute to our firefighter’s past, present, and future. Through a collection of hand-drawn, horse-drawn,
The Columbus Museum of Art is an art museum in downtown Columbus, Ohio. Formed in 1878 as the Columbus Gallery of Fine Arts, it was the first art museum
COSI is a nationally esteemed science center that has delighted Central Ohio with all things science for 58 years, inspiring interest in science, technology,
As a teaching museum, the Denison Museum engages in and supports learning and inquiry in the liberal arts through its collection and exhibitions. The Museum
The Early Television Foundation was founded by Steve McVoy. As a teenager he worked in a television repair shop after school, and sometimes worked on 1940's
Fueled by the Power of Dreams, Honda continues to rank as the world’s most innovative mobility company. The Honda Heritage Center™ highlights the company’s
The Jack Nicklaus Museum, located in the heart of The Ohio State University sports complex in Jack's hometown of Columbus, Ohio, is a 12,000 square-foot
Step back in time and immerse yourself in the Victorian Era through the eyes of the Kelton family. Built in 1852, this historic landmark incorporates elements
Lighthouse Immersive has revolutionized how people encounter art with blockbuster immersive experiences that have sold millions of tickets, including Immersive
Founded in 1987 by Warren E. Motts of Groveport, Ohio who established the museum as a 501 (C) 3 not for profit tax exempt educational organization. The
The museum was founded in 1998 by a local diocesan priest. In preparation for the Jubilee year of 2000, Pope John Paul II had requested that Dioceses across
The National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center opened to the public in April 1988 and is celebrating its 30th anniversary. The museum is the permanent
There’s only one Museum in America that honors ALL Veterans – from all branches of service, and from all eras of our nation’s proud history of military
Founded in 1948, The Ohio Railway Museum is one of the oldest railroad museums in America. The museum began with the acquisition of Ohio Public Service
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