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Capitol Square (opposite) The Ohio State Capitol’s Greek Revival style building is located in downtown Columbus. The Vern Riffe Center for Government and the Arts and the Hunting Center office complex are to its north.

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Printed in China hen the glaciers melted in Ohio twelve thousand years ago, their rivers ran through the state like liquid gold, Wrushing to the Ohio River, the greatest tributary of the Mississippi. They left in their wake the richest farmland and forests in America. Columbus was founded in 1812 on Wolf’s Ridge, a high bank of the Scioto River, an Ohio River tributary. Located in the geographic heart of the state, Columbus proved to be the perfect choice as a cap- ital city. When the first railroad came to Columbus in the 1850’s, the city was energized as a Midwest transportation hub and soon became known internationally for distribution and manufacturing. Since then, Columbus has never looked back. Today, Columbus is one of the fastest growing cities in the coun- try, with a metro area population of 1.7 million and a reputation as one of America’s most livable cities. Columbus, the state’s largest metropolis, is home to 100,000 college students, half of which attend The Ohio State University, the largest state university system in the country. Headquarters for five major insurance companies, it also nurtures a growing industry of research and technology companies. Columbus, or The Discovery City, is proud of its year-round festivals, professional and collegiate sports teams and acclaimed cultural ven- ues. A revitalized downtown with gentrified historic, residential neighborhoods, a new Arena District, and the vibrant arts district, Short North, are just some of the many unique characteristics that draw so many to live, work and play in this great city. Photographer Randall Lee Schieber, a long-time resident of Columbus, captures the very character of this vibrant city with spec- tacular images that tell the story of our country’s heartland, where American values have built one of the country’s most eminent cities.

Navstar Sculpture

A trio of enormous, gleaming sails of the Navstar sculpture in Franklin Park are filled with the winds of discovery in this graceful salute to Christopher Columbus. Its largest sail points to the North Star. The sculpture was created by acclaimed Ohio artist, Stephen Canneto.

4 5 Alexander Park (opposite) Goodale Park Gazebo (above)

Bicyclists enjoy a mild autumn day along In 1851, Dr. Lincoln Goodale, Columbus’ the Scioto River Greenway as it meanders first doctor, donated this park to the peo- through Alexander Park. Located on the ple of the city. Used as a camp for Union downtown riverfront, the park is dedicated troops during the Civil War, the park is to Arvin J. Alexander, city council presi- surrounded by Victorian Village, a charm- dent and visionary who was devoted to ing neighborhood featuring extraordinary the betterment of the city. examples of Victorian architecture.

7 Inniswood Metro Gardens A Seat in the Garden

Part of the Metro Parks system of Grace and Mary Innis donated their home Columbus, the ethereal public gardens of and land to the city in 1972. Since then, Inniswood blossom in a pristine nature Inniswood Metro Gardens has become preserve that covers over one-hundred a place of tranquility and beauty for the acres of woodlands, streams, and fields. people of Columbus. The gardens include Walking trails meander through wildflow- healing herbs that have been used since ers, roses, daffodils, hostas, and herbs. ancient times.

8 9 Franklin Park Conservatory Rainy Day in Schiller Park

The Franklin Park Conservatory has been Created by sculptor Joan Wobst, this a Columbus jewel since 1895. The palatial whimsical fountain graces the gardens of Victorian conservatory introduced botani- Schiller Park. The park is the beautifully cal gardens to Columbus. Several green- landscaped focal point of German Village, houses display vegetation from diverse a neighborhood settled in the mid 1800’s. climates, such as the Himalayan Mountains, The historic district has over 1,600 archi- rainforests, and deserts. tecturally significant homes and businesses.

10 11 Torchiere (opposite) Niijima Floats (above)

Franklin Park Conservatory became one Art and nature coexist at Franklin Park of the few institutions in the world to Conservatory with sculptor Dale Chihuly’s permanently house a major signature col- work entitled, Niijima. The colorful glass lection of Dale Chihuly’s art when they orbs, inspired by Japanese fishing floats, purchased their 2003–2004 exhibit of the bob in a pool of Asian koi, while glisten- world renowned artist’s work, including ing clusters of glass lilies majestically rise Chandeliers and Torchiere. among real flowers.

13 The Art of Topiary Topiary Treasures

Artist James Mason’s unique topiary land- The vision of sculptor and Columbus scape is a recreation of the 1886 master- native, James Mason, became a reality as piece A Sunday on the Isle of La Grande Jatte he and his wife, Elaine, transformed the by French impressionist artist, Georges charred rubble of a former school for the Seurat. The garden sculptures include 54 deaf into one of Ohio’s most beautiful figures, 8 boats, 3 dogs, a cat, and a mon- attractions. key, all enhancing a tranquil pond.

14 15 Field of Corn Leatherlips

The Sam and Eulalia Frantz Park in Dub- Commissioned by the Dublin Arts Coun- lin, Ohio, is dedicated to farmer, Sam cil, this limestone monument by Boston Frantz, who once used the land to devel- artist Ralph Helmick, honors the great ope varieties of hybrid corn. Sculptor Wyandot Native American leader, Sha-Te- Malcolm Cochran commemorates Dublin’s Yah-Ron-Ya, who was referred to by local agricultural heritage with a field of over settlers as “Chief Leatherlips” because he one-hundred concrete corn sculptures. was trusted to never break a promise.

16 17 Battelle Riverfront Park Heritage Garden

A fanciful unicorn kneels gracefully in A tour of the Governor’s Residence includes Battelle Riverfront Park. It is one of six a stroll through the award-winning Heri- bronze wildlife pieces in the park by artist, tage Garden. Conceptualized by Hope Jack Greaves. Battelle is a lovely green Taft, wife of former Governor Bob Taft, oasis with a panoramic view of the city the garden is divided into distinct areas, and Scioto River. each with plants and flowers representing specific geographic locations across Ohio.

18 19 Butterfly in the Garden Columbus Park of Roses

The Franklin Park Conservatory’s “Blooms One of the largest rose gardens in the and Butterflies” exhibit includes over country, the Columbus Park of Roses 100 varieties of local and exotic butterfly within Whetstone Park, has over ten thou- species, among fragrant and tropical sand rose bushes. Since opening in 1953, blooms. there have been many improvements and additions to the park including herb and perennial beds.

20 21 The Rose in Bloom (above) Sweet Showers (opposite)

The highly-acclaimed Columbus Park of A pair of adventurous young girls cool off Roses is 13 acres of fragrant beauty. It was under a sprinkler in the Columbus Park of once the headquarters of the Amerian Roses. The site hosts an annual Rose Rose Society. USA Today honored the rose Festival attended by hundreds of garden garden with the top position in an interna- lovers. Weddings and other events are tional listing of “Ten places to admire the held regularly at the garden’s gazebo. bloom on the rose.”

22 23 Hayden Run Falls (above) Camp Chase Confederate Cemetery (opposite)

Hayden Run creates a scenic gorge and The Camp Chase Confederate Cemetery is federate private, facing south. Legend has waterfall in the middle of a Columbus the final resting place of 2,260 Confed- it that the cemetery is haunted by the suburb. Three unique plant species that erate soldiers who died here as prisoners of “Lady in Gray,” who still brings fresh flow- flourish on the gorge walls are the rare war. At the turn of the 20th century, public ers to the grave of Confederate soldier Maidenhair Fern, Purple Cliffbrake Fern, donations built the memorial arch over a Benjamin Allen. and the Spreading Rock Cress, a state large boulder, a landmark of the cemetery. endangered plant species. Atop the arch is a bronze statue of a Con-

24 25 Santa Maria Columbus Arts Festival

The colorfully illuminated ship on the crossing of the Atlantic Ocean in 1492 Hundreds of white tents line the riverfront city’s waterfront is hailed as the world’s that would forever change the world. and the Town Street Bridge for the world- most authentic, museum-quality replica of Guided tours onboard demonstrate the famous Columbus Arts Festival. The festi- Christopher Columbus’ famous flagship, difficult living conditions aboard this val attracts more than 250,000 people the Santa Maria. Along with its two com- surprisingly small wooden ship. over a three day period. Visitors come to panion ships, the Nina and the Pinta, the view and purchase some of the region’s 98-foot sailing vessel made an historic best craft and visual artists’ creative work.

26 27 The Arena District The Enduring Union Station Arch

The Arena District depicts layers of his- The arch is the only remaining piece of Arena District, several hundred feet from tory as the old makes way for the new. Columbus’ magnificent Union Station. the site of the long-gone train station. It The Union Station Arch stands as a con- Renowned Chicago architect, David is a memorial to the golden days of the stant reminder of Columbus’ historic roots, Burnham, designed the train station in railroads and the stately architecture of while the new sports arena represents the 1893 in the popular Beaux-Arts Classicism the past. city’s ongoing modern evolution. style. The regal arch now resides in McFerson Commons, a small park in the

28 29 Hot Spot (opposite, top and bottom) Nationwide Arena (above)

When Nationwide Arena was built, it create a vibrant neighborhood core. Columbus’ new Nationwide Arena is the became the centerpiece for the new Arena Outdoors, a giant video board lights up showplace of the Arena District. Home to District, which has quickly become the the district with music videos, short films, the National Hockey League’s Blue city’s hot, new downtown area. Trendy and district news. Jackets, it also hosts concerts and shows. restaurants, popular night spots, live An open atrium, expansive lobbies, and entertainment, apartment complexes, concourses help fans stay in touch with condominiums, office buildings, and parks the action.

30 31 North Bank Park (opposite) Columbus Skyline (above)

Illuminated fountains dance in the cool The view from the Smith Brothers early evening at North Bank Park. This Building reveals the main thoroughfares scenic, downtown park on the Scioto and skyline of Columbus, the largest city River is part of the Scioto Mile, a system in Ohio with over 700,000 residents. of bike trails, pedestrian paths, and green Located in the geographic center of the ways that follow along the river to the state, it was founded in 1812 where the Whittier Peninsula. Scioto and Olentangy rivers merge.

33 Red, White and Boom! Columbus Celebrates

The most extravagant Fourth of July cele- The dramatic lines of the LeVeque Tower bration in the Midwest is held on July 3rd are silhouetted against a spectacular fire- in Columbus, so as not to compete with works display during Columbus’ famous planned festivities of nearby communities Fourth of July festivities. Dressed for the and towns on the 4th. The all-day event holiday with red, white, and blue lights, includes a parade, live music, plenty of this landmark 1927 art deco building was food, and a spectacular fireworks display. the city’s tallest building until 1973.

34 35 Hyatt Regency Hotel (above) Vern Riffe Center (opposite)

Resting atop massive columns, the clean, One of the newest skyscrapers in the city ing the Capitol Theatre, a premier per- de-constructionist lines of the Hyatt skyline, the Vern Riffe Center for Govern- formance venue that regularly features Regency Hotel create a dramatic setting ment and the Arts is a state office building comedy, family entertainment, music, in downtown Columbus. The hotel is and a performing arts complex. On the dance, theater, and cultural programming. connected to the Greater Columbus ground level, it houses the internationally Many of the city’s performing arts groups Convention Center. acclaimed Riffe Center Theatre Complex play here. with four, state-of-the-art theaters, includ-

36 Skyline from Genoa Park Founding Father of Columbus

A statue of Columbus’ founding father, Lucas Sullivant, a young surveyor from Lucas Sullivant, stands proudly in Genoa Virginia, founded a permanent settlement Park overlooking the modern city that was on the west bank of the Scioto River in founded over 200 years ago. The statue 1797 and called it Franklinton. As time was erected in 2000, as part of the passed the growing city of Columbus Columbus Bicentennial celebration. encompassed the site.

38 39 Water Play (top and bottom) North Bank Park

One of the favorite features of North Bank North Bank Park, in downtown Columbus, Park is the unique, interactive fountain on features beautifully landscaped trails for the upper plaza. Located along the Scioto walking and cycling. The park is part of River, it is a busy place on a hot, summer the Scioto Mile, an area comprised of day where children frolic in the fountain trails, parks and revitalized neighborhoods and the fountain plays right back. in the downtown area.

40 41 Greater Columbus Convention Center (top) Franklin County Veterans Memorial (bottom) Capitol Square Explorer (opposite)

A world-class convention and meeting The recently expanded Veterans Memorial Against the backdrop of the Vern Riffe facility, the downtown location of the has over 100,000 square feet of exhibit Center for Government and the Arts, Greater Columbus Convention Center space and meeting rooms. Its spacious stands a statue of the city’s namesake, makes it convenient to unlimited cultural, 4,000-seat auditorium has welcomed leg- Christopher Columbus, located in entertainment, dining, and shopping expe- endary performers such as Elvis, Bob Capitol Square. riences, including the center’s own food Dylan, and Bruce Springsteen. court and shops.

42 43 Discovery District (opposite, top) Columbus Museum of Art (opposite, bottom) Russell Page Sculpture Garden (above)

Discovery District is the name given to Founded in 1878, the Columbus Museum Covering an entire city block, the magnif- the downtown area of Columbus that of Art is recognized internationally for its icent sculpture garden of the Columbus encompasses the greatest concentration of impressive collection of late 19th- and Museum of Art features major works by arts and educational institutions in the early 20th-century American and Calder, Moore, Marcks, Hepworth, city, including the Columbus Museum of European modern art, as well as its out- Maillol, Manzu, Meadmore, Rickey and Art, the Columbus College of Art and standing collection of works by regional others. The garden was designed by noted Design, and the amazing Topiary Park. artists. landscape architect Russell Page.

44 45 One Columbus Center

The staggered design of this distinctive office building creates fifteen corner offices for every floor. Built in 1987, the twenty-six-floor building features a walk- way on the second level of the garage that connects to the famous art deco sky- scraper, LeVeque Tower.

46 47 Wexner Center for the Arts (above and left)

The Ohio State University’s Wexner Center is a research laboratory for the arts with cutting-edge exhibitions, films, and performances. The architecturally acclaimed facility provides a nurturing environment for the creative spirit.

Galleries on High Street (opposite)

Art galleries line the blocks along High Street, the center of Columbus’ art district. In the distance, a giant soccer ball sculp- ture hovers on a building’s side, a graphic celebration of the Columbus Crew, the city’s professional soccer team.

48 49 City Hall Christopher Columbus

After Columbus’ original City Hall was In 1955, when Columbus, Ohio became a destroyed by fire in 1921, this stately sister-city to Genoa, Italy, the birthplace Neoclassical building was designed as the of the famous explorer, the people of first part of the city’s new civic center. Genoa bestowed upon the city, a statue of Errected in 1928, the City Hall occupies Christopher Columbus. The sculpture an entire block. stands proudly in front of City Hall.

50 51 Senate Building (above)

The dazzling, new Senate Building and Atrium were finished in 1993 and spurred extensive renovations and restorations in the antiquated Statehouse. All Capitol Square tours begin at the Atrium’s Visitors Center.

State House Rotunda (left)

The magnificent Rotunda rises 120 feet from the ground to the stained glass sky- light with a hand-painted Seal of Ohio in its center. The spectacular floor is designed with nearly 5,000 pieces of hand-cut marble from around the world.

Grand Stair Hall (opposite)

The extensive restoration of the State- house to its former glory was cause for celebration. Twenty-thousand citizens attended the grand re-opening as Civil War cannons fired and military jets flew overhead.

52 The Ohio Theatre (above)

Owned and operated by the Columbus Association for the Performing Arts (CAPA), this historic landmark was saved from the wrecking ball and restored after citizens raised over $2 million dollars. Today, it is the elegant home of the Columbus Symphony Orchestra, BalletMet, and The Broadway Series. In addition to the Ohio Theatre, CAPA owns and operates the Palace Theatre and The Southern Theatre.

Palace Theatre (left)

Designed in the style of France’s Palais de Versailles, the Palace Theatre is an archi- tectural treasure with its majestic lobby. Its busy schedule includes concerts, special events and the “Broadway in Columbus” series.

The Southern Theatre (opposite)

Opened in 1896, The Southern’s stage has been graced by the Barrymores, Bernhardt, and Jolson. Restored in 1998, the nearly perfect acoustics make it the treasured home of the Columbus Jazz Orchestra, Chamber Music Columbus, and Pro- Musica Chamber Orchestra. The theater is connected to the Westin Great Southern Hotel.

54 55 Discovering Heritage Martin Luther King Performing and Cultural Arts Complex Built in 1926, the landmark Pythian Temple was re-dedicated in 1987 in honor of Dr. The mission of The King Arts Complex is Martin Luther King, Jr. It is the only his- “to preserve and celebrate the cultural and toric structure in the city that was designed artistic heritage of African-Americans and by an African-American architect, Samuel the African-American experience, while Plato. developing greater understanding and harmony among all people.”

56 57 Center of Science and Industry (above) Underwater Discoveries (opposite)

COSI celebrates curiosity with interactive Scepter in hand, Poseidon, God of the exhibits to help chidren have fun while Sea, rises out of an ocean of lights in this learning about the world around them. fantastic, interactive oceanic exhibit at the There is a special Kidspace, just for infants, Center of Science and Industry. Children toddlers, and pre-schoolers. Since 1964, can generate waves in a wave tank and nineteen-million visitors have come to the shoot off water cannons while disovering center to explore and play. the mysteries of the deep.

58 59 Motocross America SuperMann

The exciting history of Motocross is Dick Mann was more than a great Ameri- and pedigree bikes including two Daytona traced in “Motocross America,” an exhibit can motorcycle racer. He also tuned his 200 winners. featuring great bikes from the last five own bikes, helped several manufacturers decades. Choice ephemera, photos, with their chassis designs and later in life cutaway engines, historical racing apparel, organized vintage motorcycle racing. In and rare pedigree motorcycles bring the “SuperMann”, the interesting story is told story to life. and supported with over a dozen unique

60 61 Ohio Historical Center (opposite, top) Jack Nicklaus Museum (opposite, bottom) Art on the Skyline (above)

The Ohio Historical Society oversees Jack Nicklaus’ hometown is the site of a This 100-foot-tall sculpture enhances the sixty historic sites and museums through- museum dedicated to the golfing great. campus of the Columbus College of Art out the state. Its premiere museum, the Located at The Ohio State University’s and Design, located in the Discovery Ohio Historical Center, regularly updates sports complex, the 23,000-square-foot District. It was designed by Artglo exhibits and provides rich resources for facility takes golfing enthusiasts through Company employee, Doris Shlayn, and local genealogists and archeologists. the history of the sport as well as donated by Artglo. The linear typographic Nicklaus’ unparalleled accomplishments. work has become a city landmark.

62 63 Easton Town Center Victorian Village

The most modern neighborhood in Now one of Columbus’ trendier, down- Columbus, Easton, is home to the Easton town neighborhoods, the historic and Town Center shopping complex that fea- charming Victorian Village has over one- tures retail, dining, and entertainment thousand 19th-century houses and struc- venues. The center’s ambiance is that of tures that are excellent examples of period a small town, including green spaces with architecture. Most have been lovingly features that the whole family can enjoy. restored and are meticulously maintained.

64 65 Novel Characters (top) Children’s Stories (bottom) The Thurber House (opposite)

The home of James Thurber is a treasure The prolifically talented James Thurber Widely considered to be the greatest trove of the famous author’s most intimate was most recognized for The Secret Life of humorist since Mark Twain, James possessions. In addition to original draw- Walter Mitty, which depicted the stormy Thurber, a Columbus native, lived here in ings, manuscripts, and first editions of his relationship of a meek, daydreaming this modest home with his parents during books, the grounds are delightfully dotted husband and his shrewish wife, while college. The house has been restored to with characters from his stories. their pets quietly observed their noisy represent the early part of the 20th altercations. century.

66 Victorian Lifestyle The Kelton House Museum

The Kelton House Museum is a vintage The Kelton family home was part of the family, marrying Thomas Lawrence. For Victorian home that showcases the 19th- Underground Railroad, a network of forty years, Thomas worked for the century every-day life of the Keltons, who human conveyance provided by those Keltons and the two families became very were abolitionists during the Civil War. sympathetic to the abolition of slavery close friends. The home was instrumental in the Under- during the Civil War. The Keltons ground Railroad, and at the family’s request, befriended two runaway slaves, Martha is used for educational purposes. and Pearl. Martha stayed with the Kelton

68 69 Old Governor’s Mansion Style and Substance

Built as a private home in 1904, architect This historic landmark was home to ten of Frank Packard designed the estate in the Ohio’s governors between 1917 and 1957, Georgian Revival Eclectic style. It was and served as the site of the Ohio Archives purchased by the state of Ohio in 1917, until 1970. It was later purchased from the and served as the official governor’s resi- state and housed a restaurant. Today it is dence until 1957. the headquarters for The Columbus Foundation, a philanthropic organization.

70 71 Tribute to Ohio’s Heros Ohio Veterans Plaza (above and pages 74–75)

The Ohio Veterans Plaza was originally serve in the future. The curved limestone Dedicated in 1998 upon the completed flags identifying each of Ohio’s 88 coun- inspired by an illegal, makeshift plywood wall is inscribed with letters of servicemen renovations to Capitol Square, the Ohio ties, surrounding a lawn reminiscent of memorial to Vietnam Veterans. Its purpose to their loved ones. Verterans Plaza serves as the east entrance military parade grounds. of honoring these brave heros was soon to the statehouse grounds. In addition to embraced by the state legislature resulting the commemorative wall, the plaza con- in a tribute to all armed forces from World tains plaques representing each of the War II veterans, to those who are yet to armed services, as well as plaques and

72 73

North Market (above and opposite)

Located in Short North since 1876, North Market is the last remaining enclosed pub- lic market in Central Ohio. It is home to local greengrocers, farmers, butchers, fish- mongers, and bakers. Today, wares include gourmet groceries, gifts, and unique shops.

76 77 New Albany Classic Invitational Grand Quarter Horse Congress (opposite,top and bottom) Prix (above) The Quarter Horse Congress, the world’s The New Albany Classic is a non-profit largest single-breed horse show, attracts fundraising event that draws top profes- over 650,000 people to the Ohio State sional equestrians. Show events are held in Fairgrounds annually. This is the largest New Albany, Ohio on the thousand-acre event in Ohio and the third largest con- estate of Columbus businessman and phi- vention in the country. lanthropist, Leslie “Les” H. Wexner.

78 79 Bicentennial Park (above) LeVeque Tower (opposite)

Bicentennial Park draws downtown resi- LeVeque Tower, a magnificent art deco dents and suburbanites to live performan- skyscraper, was the first to be erected in ces, manicured gardens, and picnic areas Columbus. In its heyday, from 1927 until with easy access to the Scioto River and 1973, the 47-story masterpiece was the Greenway Trail. shining star of the skyline and the tallest building between New York and Chicago.

80 Polaris Grill (opposite, top) Polaris Fashion Place (opposite, bottom) Short North (above)

Come early to avoid the crowds at Polaris’ Central Ohio’s largest mall, Polaris Goodale Street, located in the historic famous Sunday buffet. Formally a 55 Fashion Place is comprised of 150 stores. Short North district, is a hip locality that Restaurant, patrons now come from all The mall’s lavish interior includes multiple draws crowds from the Victorian and over Ohio to enjoy their signature “55” common areas that are flooded with natu- Italian Village, the business district, the salad and to purchase a bottle of their ral light. Battille Institute, and students from Ohio private label salad dressing. State.

82 83 Short North Murals (top and bottom) Union Station Café (top) The World is a Canvas (bottom)

The art district of Columbus, known as, Jeff and Greg Ackers created this ambi- In the Bohemian atmosphere of Short Short North and home to numerous gal- tious mural on a 100-foot-long wall at North, Columbus’ art district, expect the leries, is also famed for its many wall Union Station Café. The talented artists unexpected on every street. Art is every- mural replicas of famous works. Artists also created a mural of the original Union where—inside galleries and shops, on Steve Galgas and Mike Altman created Station on the wall of Utrect’s, an art street corners, and stretched across the these two irreverent, but celebrated works. supply store. massive walls of buildings.

84 85 Short North Galleries (top and bottom) The Art District (opposite)

On the first Saturday of every month, Short North has become a world-class art Short North is open late for their “Gallery district through an urban renaissance. For Hop.” Galleries open new exhibitions and the city of Columbus, Short North is a offer paté and port as street musicians play sanctuary—a place of character where on. The streetscape is sophisticated yet fun; people can be charged and challenged, galleries rub shoulders with restaurants and and where they can recycle energy back stylish boutiques mingle with businesses. into the city through pure creativity.

86 87 Greek Festival (top) Schmidt’s (bottom) The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral Columbus’ Greek Festival, held every Schmidt’s Restaurant and Banquet Haus is Labor Day weekend, is a celebration of an old German family business that began The distinctive lines of the Greek Ortho- a Greek cross with a dome rising from the the rich Greek heritage in the city. The in 1886 in a brick livery stable during the dox Cathedral exemplify the traditional juncture. Typical of that era, the cathe- event is highlighted with delicious ethnic period when German immigrants were set- Byzantine style of architecture, which dral’s lavish interior has magnificent foods, traditional dance, lively music, and tling in Columbus. This historic German dates back to the sixth century AD. This mosaics comprised of five-million tiles of exhibits centered on Greek tradition and Village eatery has a delicious menu of impressive structure, located in the Short Venetian glass, marble and 24-cart gold, culture. German and American foods and beers. North district, is fashioned in the shape of sandwiched between two pieces of glass.

88 89 Traditions at German Village (top, bottom and opposite)

German Village is a unique place where immigrants came to establish new lives in the growing heartland of mid-nineteenth- century America. Period architecture is infused into the entire community. Residents value cultural traditions, passing them along from generation to generation.

90 A Festive Welcome Aisle of White Lights

Houses and businesses in German Village German Village becomes a snow globe of celebrate the Christmas holidays with Christmas spectacle around every corner, glorious lights, garlands and wreaths, and along every cobblestone path. Night- indoors and out. Many holiday traditions time shopping, specialty drinks, food, originated from Germany, including the carolers, juggling elves, and ten-thousand evergreen Christmas tree, tree lights, ‘luminaria’ light the path to a festive holi- carols, and sweets. day season.

92 93 Worthington Village Christmas Tree Lighting

Columbus’ historic Worthington neigh- Worthington holds a traditional tree light- borhood exemplifies a true Dickensian ing ceremony on the Village Green after Christmas. There are garlands, velvet Thanksgiving. People from all over the bows, carolers, and shopkeepers who greet metropolitan area come to witness the holiday customers and window shoppers lighting that officially marks the start of alike, along High Street. the Christmas season.

94 95 Christmas at the Columbus Zoo A Luminous Holiday Palette

During the Christmas holidays, there are and the Roadhouse, there are warm pret- The Columbus Zoo becomes an electric the zoo to the other. It’s a real treat for carolers and crackling campfires in huge zels, wassail, thermal mugs of steamy hot palette of Christmas spectacle every year children to talk with Santa Claus, sur- barrels lighting up the night. Winter chocolate, and roasted nuts. from mid-November through the New rounded by real reindeer, exotic creatures, nights are for bundling up in Ohio Year. Each night, the zoo keeps its doors and Christmas spirit all around. although, the atmosphere at the zoo is open and illuminates the night with a cozy and inviting. Besides ice-skating spectacular display of thousands of and indoor exhibits like the aquarium Christmas lights, strung from one end of

96 97 Studies in Blue and Gray (above and opposite)

Shades of blue and gray are evident in these serene images from inside the Columbus Zoo. From 1978 to 1993, Director, Jack Hanna, oversaw the trans- formation of the zoo’s environment away from caged enclosures to novel open spaces that reflected more natural habitats.

98 99 The Ohio State University (above) William Oxley Thompson (opposite)

U.S. News & World Report’s rankings of An ordained minister for half of his life, undergraduate colleges in America cur- Dr. William Oxley Thompson later held rently places Ohio State as the best public the title of President of The Ohio State university in Ohio, and one of the most University from 1899–1925. The Thomp- successful in America. son Library and the 11-foot statue of its namesake, pay tribute to the devoted Buckeye.

100 101 The Ohio State Campus Schottenstein Center

Founded in 1870, The Ohio State Univer- Located at The Ohio State University’s sity is one of the largest universities in Columbus campus, the Schottenstein America with a student population of Center is the home of the Buckeye basket- 50,000, and a faculty that includes Nobel ball and men’s hockey teams. The multi- laureates. U.S. News & World Report deemed purpose arena hosts everything from it one of the top universities in the sporting events to concerts and touring country. companies.

102 103 Big School, Big Game South Campus Gateway

The Ohio State Buckeyes have played their Opened in 2005, this ambitious develop- home games in Ohio Stadium since 1922. ment project is adjacent to The Ohio The winning football team is a member of State University campus. The Gateway the Big Ten Conference. The Ohio State serves the large student population with University Marching Band is renowned for housing rentals, shopping, and entertain- their intricate formation of the word ment, as well as professional office space. “Ohio” in script during each game.

104 105 Orton Hall (opposite) Old, Old Post Office (above)

Opened in 1893, Orton Hall is one of the Known as the “old, old post office,” this firm, Bricker and Eckler, and lovingly oldest remaining buildings on The Ohio spectacular, stately building adjacent to restored to its former grandeur. Inside, the State University campus. It is constructed Capitol Square was Columbus’ first federal law firm’s staff of 250 lawyers work amidst of forty different types of native stone, building when completed in 1887. One of the historic beauty of a bygone era. laid in the order of their natural positions the few remaining 19th-century structures, in Ohio’s bedrock. So unique, it is a the deteriorating building was saved by national historic landmark. the efforts of the city’s prestigious law

107 Golfing at Muirfield Village (opposite, top) Columbus Clippers (opposite, bottom) Scioto Downs (above)

Jack Nicklaus designed and continues to In 1977, Franklin County Commissioner, Racing fans fill the grandstand at Scioto manage this challenging course in the Harold Cooper, resolved to bring a new Downs to watch harness racing’s superstars Columbus suburb of Dublin. Rated num- baseball team and stadium to Columbus. jockey for first place. Harness racing has ber seventeen in North America, the The Clippers were the first minor league been a Columbus tradition for over 45 course has hosted the PGA Tour's Mem- team to have a stadium with Astroturf. In years. orial Tournament since 1976. 1998, the turf was replaced with real grass and a new scoreboard was installed.

108 109 The Cycling Classic (top and bottom) The Columbus Marathon

Wendy’s Restaurants sponsors the highly- Participants of the Columbus Marathon acclaimed Cycling Classic, a six-race compete on a flat, fast course that encir- series that awards points to the top thirty cles the city. The marathon and half- riders in each race. Headquarters for the marathon attract nearly 8,000 runners. fast-food chain are located in Columbus. The race also features the Columbus Marathon Expo, a two-day attraction with over 70 sports and fitness booths.

110 111 Summer Refreshment (above) Hot Air Balloon Festival (opposite, top) Columbus Arts Festival (opposite, bottom)

The water park at Wyandot Lake has a In September, the late-afternoon skies of Columbus officially welcomes in the sum- wave pool, lazy-river tube ride, and body Delaware County become dotted with mer season with this much-anticipated slides. The park recently merged with the hundreds of colorful hot air balloons. It is event. The Columbus Arts Festival is held Columbus Zoo and Aquarium and will a grand spectacle of color and grace as the over four days, and is one of the nation’s undergo a $20-million-dollar renovation. huge orbs ascend into the open and glide premier arts festivals with a wide variety along the wide Ohio skies. of art exhibits and continuous live enter- tainment.

112 113 Alum Creek State Park (top) Weekend Retreat (bottom) Afternoon Sail

Minutes from downtown Columbus, Alum Boats rest in the setting sun after a full day From sailboats to runabouts, Alum Creek Creek State Park, set amidst the rolling on the water. Alum Creek features one of Lake is a popular Ohio boating venue and fields and woodlands surrounding the the largest inland beaches in Ohio. Its is home to the Alum Creek Sailing Associ- reservoir, offers a wonderful variety of 3,000-foot shoreline provides boating ation. The lake is also an excellent fishing outdoor activities for the millions who docks, a concession stand, changing spot, hosting a number of bass fishing visit every year. facilities and scenic areas for picnicking tournaments. and grilling.

114 115 Alum Creek Reservoir The Other Hoover Dam

Fishing enthusiasts prefer the quiet, This particular Hoover Dam is in secluded coves of the northern shore, far Westerville, Ohio and is a major water from the bustling water sports. In these source for Columbus. It dams the Big out-of-the-way corners, lines are cast in Walnut Creek and forms the Hoover hopes of catching record-breaking bass, Memorial Reservoir, a favorite spot for bluegill, crappie, walleye, and saugeye. water sports and great fishing.

116 117 Fishing on Scioto River Scioto River Sunset (top and bottom)

The Scioto River, running through central the smallmouth bass. The Scioto flows The sun drops low in the Columbus sky, and southern Ohio for over two-hundred through Columbus where it is joined by reflecting lavender and salmon shades on miles, is well-known for great fishing. the Olentangy River, its largest tributary. the surface of the Scioto River. Life is Anglers have a number of spots where Further south, it meets the Ohio River. sweet; the line tugs one last time and the they can catch white crappie, rock bass, feeling is pure contentment. Time to reel bluegill, largemouth bass, catfish, saugeye in, pack up the gear, salute the sunset, and and, of course, Ohio's official state fish, head for home.

118 119 The Ohio State Fair (opposite and above)

An Ohio tradition for over 150 years, pony. Today, the rides at the state fair are The Ohio State Fair is one of the largest faster than ever, with giant roller coasters state fairs in the country, attracting over and rides that roll, spin, and drop, provid- 800,000 people annually to the Ohio ing the very best in amusement park fun. Exposition Center on 17th Street. When Over twelve days of continuous excite- the fair first began back in 1853, the only ment, the state of Ohio shows off its very ride available was on the back of a slow best in agriculture, crafts, and fun.

120 121 Oktoberfest (opposite) Asian Festival (left and right)

Ken Nicol and Mary Drake perform at Beautiful traditional costumes and grace- Oktoberfest, one of the top one-hundred ful, ancient dances are part of the authen- events held in North America. Held at the tic Asian cultural activities at this popular tip of German Village proper, the tradi- annual festival that attracts performers tional Oktoberfest is a plethora of native from all over the world. Asian foods and foods, shops, and music, with over sixty crafts round out the weekend event. bands performing.

122 123 The Brewery District (top) ComFest Community Festival (bottom) The Jazz & Rib Festival

Founded by German immigrants during ComFest is a unique and proud thirty-five- petitive showcase for local musicians and Live jazz al fresco heats up the stages at aganza to hear some of the country’s best the early 1800s, the Brewery District, year-old Columbus tradition. While a free artists, the festival features over two-hun- Bicentennial Park and the Riverfront jazz groups and savor mouth-watering ribs adjacent to German Village, began as a music and arts festival, the event is also a dred acts. Pictured above, from left to Amphitheater with hot groups like Spyro prepared by barbecue royalty. band of family-run breweries that pros- major venue for organizations promoting right, are Dave Workman, John Boerstler, Gyra, Liquid Soul, Dianne Reeves, and pered for decades. Today, the district is a peace and social justice in Ohio. The fes- and Johnny Ace. Lafayette Gilchrist. For twenty-seven thriving business and entertainment cen- tival is run entirely by volunteers and has years, record-breaking crowds have ter, spanning 27 acres of vintage buildings. no corporate sponsors. The ultimate, com- flocked to this outstanding musical extrav-

124 125 The Arnold Schwarzenegger Classic (above) Festival Latino (opposite, top) Doo Dah Parade (opposite, bottom)

Every year the streets of Columbus are Columbus hosts the largest Hispanic/ Run completely by volunteers, the Fourth filled with thousands of top athletes, prim- Latino event in Ohio where authentic arts, of July Doo Dah Parade attracts some of ing themselves for the world’s largest and crafts, foods, and live music make for a Columbus’ funniest and most creative most prestigious body building and fitness stimulating day. Revelers dance the night people who poke good-natured fun at competition as well as a variety of other away in Bicentennial Park, enjoying a true everything and everyone. sports including speed skating, gymnas- Latino experience. tics, and archery, to name a few.

126 127 Randall Lee Schieber

Randall Lee Schieber is a commercial photogra- pher based in Columbus, Ohio specializing in edi- torial, location, landscape, and architectural pho- tography. He has been shooting professionally for more than fifteen years. Schieber was born in Findlay, Ohio and spent his early childhood in Mexico City. Since then, he has traveled widely throughout the United States and Mexico. He studied photography and art, first in Tucson, Arizona and later at The Ohio State University. He went on to earn a B. A. degree from Kent State University, Kent, Ohio. Many of Schieber’s images are on display at Columbus’ Sears Distribution Center and Mc- Donald’s theme restaurants, as well as several Cleveland medical facilities. He has published numerous calendars on Columbus and is featured exclusively each year in the Ohio Scenic Calendar. Schieber currently has three books out on Ohio that showcase his work, Ohio Simply Beautiful, Ohio Impressions, and Ohio Then and Now. His work has appeared in many national and local publications, magazines, and newspapers includ- ing Ohio Magazine, Midwest Living and The New York Times. He has worked for a diverse list of corpora- tions and organizations, some of which include McDonald’s, Experience Columbus, Ohio Divi- sion of Travel and Tourism, The Audubon Society, The Great Lakes Publishing Company, Lucent Technologies, and Ruscilli Construction Co. Inc. To view more of Randall’s work, please visit his web site at www.randallschieber.com.

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