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SUMMARY:Grandma Gatewood: Ohio's Hiking Pioneer by Caitlin Edwards
DESCRIPTION:Grandma Gatewood: Ohio’s Hiking Pioneer by Caitlin Edwards        \nRecommended for ages 10 and up. \nEmma Rowena Gatewood\, also known as Grandma Gatewood broke records and stereotypes through her hiking adventures across the United States. Her legacy has inspired generations of women of all ages and walks of life get out and explore the world around them\, whether it’s on the Appalachian Trail or here at home on the Buckeye Trail.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/grandma-gatewood-ohios-hiking-pioneer-by-caitlin-edwards/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Major Pauline Cushman\, Spy of The Cumberland by Valerie Hamill
DESCRIPTION:Recommended for ages 10 years and up.  \nValerie Hamill\, of Galena\, Ohio\, will present a first-person narrative of Major Pauline Cushman\, Spy of the Cumberland’s brave and hair-raising heroics as a spy for Major Gen. William Rosecrans (from Sunbury\, OH) during the War Between the States as well as Cushman’s fascinating yet heart-wrenching life story.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/major-pauline-cushman-spy-of-the-cumberland-by-valerie-hamill/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Sisters in Science and Conservation: Annette and E. Lucy Braun a Panel Discussion
DESCRIPTION:Sisters in Science and Conservation: Annette and E. Lucy Braun a Panel Discussion \nA panel made up of:  \nDr. Theresa Culley – Professor of Biological Sciences at the University of Cincinnati  \nMeg Hanrahan – Filmmaker\, and creator of the documentary “A Force for Nature: Lucy Braun.” \nMichael Veres – Historical Resources Program Manager at the Ohio Department of Natural Resources  \nSisters in Science and Conservation: Annette and E. Lucy Braun a Panel Discussion \nRecommended for ages 13 and up. \nHead out into the field with the Braun sisters\, the trailblazing duo who reshaped American natural science from their shared home in Cincinnati. This panel explores the formidable legacy of E. Lucy Braun\, a pioneer of forest ecology and conservation\, and Annette Braun\, a world-renowned entomologist and the first woman to earn a PhD from the University of Cincinnati. Join us as we discuss how their lifelong collaboration fueled groundbreaking research\, saved vital ecosystems\, and paved the way for women in STEM—proving that their “quiet” work in the woods was actually a scientific revolution.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/sisters-in-science-and-conservation-annette-and-e-lucy-braun-a-panel-discussion/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Entertainment
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SUMMARY:The Green Book in Columbus\, by the Columbus Metropolitan Library
DESCRIPTION:Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board is excited to have free Black History Month programs every Tuesday of February at noon in the Ohio Statehouse Atrium! \nTuesday\, February 24 at noon\n“The Green Book in Columbus\, by the Columbus Metropolitan Library” \nRecommended for ages 10 and up. \nJoin Columbus Metropolitan Library staff members from the Local History and Genealogy Department to learn about the Negro Motorist Green Book\, a guide published from 1936 to 1966 to help Black Americans navigate the dangers of segregation and discrimination while traveling the U.S. Explore the history of the guide\, Central Ohio Green Book sites and the people who made them possible in our community.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/the-green-book-in-columbus-by-the-columbus-metropolitan-library/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Exhuming the Archives: Early Black Settlement Communities of Cincinnati\, by The National Underground Railroad and Freedom Center
DESCRIPTION:Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board is excited to have free Black History Month programs every Tuesday of February at noon in the Ohio Statehouse Atrium! \nTuesday\, February 17 at noon\n“Exhuming the Archives: Early Black Settlement Communities of Cincinnati\, by The National Underground Railroad and Freedom Center” \nRecommended for ages 13 and up. \nThis presentation will explore the Social Justice Curator’s recent investigative efforts to learn more about the inhabitants who called Little Africa\, Bucktown\, and Little Bucktown home in the late nineteenth century and early twentieth century. By sourcing newspaper archives and census data\, she will demonstrate how she uses the resources of her public library to learn about the built environment around her.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/exhuming-the-archives-early-black-settlement-communities-of-cincinnati-by-the-national-underground-railroad-and-freedom-center/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Freedom on the Frontier: Native & African American Paths to Liberty in Revolutionary-Era and Early 19th-Century Ohio
DESCRIPTION:Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board is excited to have free Black History Month programs every Tuesday at noon in the Ohio Statehouse Atrium! \nTuesday\, February 10 at noon\nFreedom on the Frontier: Native & African American Paths to Liberty in Revolutionary-Era and Early 19th-Century Ohio
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/freedom-on-the-frontier-native-african-american-paths-to-liberty-in-revolutionary-era-and-early-19th-century-ohio/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Major Pauline Cushman\, Spy of The Cumberland by Valerie Hamill
DESCRIPTION:Women’s History Month Programs at the Ohio Statehouse: \nRecommended for ages 10 years and up. \nValerie Hamill\, of Galena\, Ohio\, will present a first-person narrative of Major Pauline Cushman\, Spy of the Cumberland’s brave and hair-raising heroics as a spy for Major Gen. William Rosecrans (from Sunbury\, OH) during the War Between the States as well as Cushman’s fascinating yet heart-wrenching life story.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/major-pauline-cushman-spy-of-the-cumberland-by-valerie-hamill-2/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Entertainment
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SUMMARY:A Century of Black History Commemoration: Preservation & Truth\, by the Thiossane Institute
DESCRIPTION:Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board is excited to share the upcoming Black History Month programs we have scheduled every Tuesday at noon in the Ohio Statehouse Atrium! \nTuesday\, February 3 at noon\nA Century of Black History Commemoration: Preservation & Truth\, by the Thiossane Institute \nRecommended for ages 10 and up. \nJoin the Thiossane (pronounced cha-sahn) Institute for a special performance and experience the richness of West African culture through dance and music to create a space of learning and growth through traditional African culture. There will be a question-and-answer session after the performance. \nAmerican Sign Language interpretation will be available\, however please RSVP to tours@ohiostatehouse.org for reserved seating. \nAll events will be livestreamed by the Ohiochannel.org
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/a-century-of-black-history-commemoration-preservation-truth-by-the-thiossane-institute/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family,Visual Arts
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SUMMARY:Holiday Choir Concerts 2025
DESCRIPTION:Free and public music performances will be scheduled during the last month of the year. \nPrevious concerts may be viewed on OhioChannel.org.   \n  \n2025 Holiday Concerts at the Ohio Statehouse\n12:00 p.m. in the Museum Gallery \nDec. 8                 Hamilton Twp. High School Choir \nDec. 9                 Warren High School Choir and Hand Bells \nDec. 10              Danville High School Choirs \nDec. 11              Harvest Temple Christian Academy Choir \nDec. 12              Grandview Heights High School\, The Grandview Singers \nDec. 15              Global Impact STEM Academy Choir             \nDec. 16              Grove City High School Chorale & Harmonia \nDec. 17              Centennial High School Choir \nDec. 18              John Glenn High School\, JG Company \nDec. 19              Hilliard Davidson High School\, Blue Kids on the Block
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/holiday-choir-concerts-2025/2025-12-19/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse Museum\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Holiday Choir Concerts 2025
DESCRIPTION:Free and public music performances will be scheduled during the last month of the year. \nPrevious concerts may be viewed on OhioChannel.org.   \n  \n2025 Holiday Concerts at the Ohio Statehouse\n12:00 p.m. in the Museum Gallery \nDec. 8                 Hamilton Twp. High School Choir \nDec. 9                 Warren High School Choir and Hand Bells \nDec. 10              Danville High School Choirs \nDec. 11              Harvest Temple Christian Academy Choir \nDec. 12              Grandview Heights High School\, The Grandview Singers \nDec. 15              Global Impact STEM Academy Choir             \nDec. 16              Grove City High School Chorale & Harmonia \nDec. 17              Centennial High School Choir \nDec. 18              John Glenn High School\, JG Company \nDec. 19              Hilliard Davidson High School\, Blue Kids on the Block
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/holiday-choir-concerts-2025/2025-12-18/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse Museum\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Holiday Choir Concerts 2025
DESCRIPTION:Free and public music performances will be scheduled during the last month of the year. \nPrevious concerts may be viewed on OhioChannel.org.   \n  \n2025 Holiday Concerts at the Ohio Statehouse\n12:00 p.m. in the Museum Gallery \nDec. 8                 Hamilton Twp. High School Choir \nDec. 9                 Warren High School Choir and Hand Bells \nDec. 10              Danville High School Choirs \nDec. 11              Harvest Temple Christian Academy Choir \nDec. 12              Grandview Heights High School\, The Grandview Singers \nDec. 15              Global Impact STEM Academy Choir             \nDec. 16              Grove City High School Chorale & Harmonia \nDec. 17              Centennial High School Choir \nDec. 18              John Glenn High School\, JG Company \nDec. 19              Hilliard Davidson High School\, Blue Kids on the Block
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/holiday-choir-concerts-2025/2025-12-17/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse Museum\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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SUMMARY:Holiday Choir Concerts 2025
DESCRIPTION:Free and public music performances will be scheduled during the last month of the year. \nPrevious concerts may be viewed on OhioChannel.org.   \n  \n2025 Holiday Concerts at the Ohio Statehouse\n12:00 p.m. in the Museum Gallery \nDec. 8                 Hamilton Twp. High School Choir \nDec. 9                 Warren High School Choir and Hand Bells \nDec. 10              Danville High School Choirs \nDec. 11              Harvest Temple Christian Academy Choir \nDec. 12              Grandview Heights High School\, The Grandview Singers \nDec. 15              Global Impact STEM Academy Choir             \nDec. 16              Grove City High School Chorale & Harmonia \nDec. 17              Centennial High School Choir \nDec. 18              John Glenn High School\, JG Company \nDec. 19              Hilliard Davidson High School\, Blue Kids on the Block
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/holiday-choir-concerts-2025/2025-12-16/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse Museum\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
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SUMMARY:Holiday Choir Concerts 2025
DESCRIPTION:Free and public music performances will be scheduled during the last month of the year. \nPrevious concerts may be viewed on OhioChannel.org.   \n  \n2025 Holiday Concerts at the Ohio Statehouse\n12:00 p.m. in the Museum Gallery \nDec. 8                 Hamilton Twp. High School Choir \nDec. 9                 Warren High School Choir and Hand Bells \nDec. 10              Danville High School Choirs \nDec. 11              Harvest Temple Christian Academy Choir \nDec. 12              Grandview Heights High School\, The Grandview Singers \nDec. 15              Global Impact STEM Academy Choir             \nDec. 16              Grove City High School Chorale & Harmonia \nDec. 17              Centennial High School Choir \nDec. 18              John Glenn High School\, JG Company \nDec. 19              Hilliard Davidson High School\, Blue Kids on the Block
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/holiday-choir-concerts-2025/2025-12-15/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse Museum\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
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SUMMARY:Holiday Choir Concerts 2025
DESCRIPTION:Free and public music performances will be scheduled during the last month of the year. \nPrevious concerts may be viewed on OhioChannel.org.   \n  \n2025 Holiday Concerts at the Ohio Statehouse\n12:00 p.m. in the Museum Gallery \nDec. 8                 Hamilton Twp. High School Choir \nDec. 9                 Warren High School Choir and Hand Bells \nDec. 10              Danville High School Choirs \nDec. 11              Harvest Temple Christian Academy Choir \nDec. 12              Grandview Heights High School\, The Grandview Singers \nDec. 15              Global Impact STEM Academy Choir             \nDec. 16              Grove City High School Chorale & Harmonia \nDec. 17              Centennial High School Choir \nDec. 18              John Glenn High School\, JG Company \nDec. 19              Hilliard Davidson High School\, Blue Kids on the Block
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/holiday-choir-concerts-2025/2025-12-12/
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SUMMARY:Holiday Choir Concerts 2025
DESCRIPTION:Free and public music performances will be scheduled during the last month of the year. \nPrevious concerts may be viewed on OhioChannel.org.   \n  \n2025 Holiday Concerts at the Ohio Statehouse\n12:00 p.m. in the Museum Gallery \nDec. 8                 Hamilton Twp. High School Choir \nDec. 9                 Warren High School Choir and Hand Bells \nDec. 10              Danville High School Choirs \nDec. 11              Harvest Temple Christian Academy Choir \nDec. 12              Grandview Heights High School\, The Grandview Singers \nDec. 15              Global Impact STEM Academy Choir             \nDec. 16              Grove City High School Chorale & Harmonia \nDec. 17              Centennial High School Choir \nDec. 18              John Glenn High School\, JG Company \nDec. 19              Hilliard Davidson High School\, Blue Kids on the Block
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/holiday-choir-concerts-2025/2025-12-11/
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SUMMARY:Holiday Choir Concerts 2025
DESCRIPTION:Free and public music performances will be scheduled during the last month of the year. \nPrevious concerts may be viewed on OhioChannel.org.   \n  \n2025 Holiday Concerts at the Ohio Statehouse\n12:00 p.m. in the Museum Gallery \nDec. 8                 Hamilton Twp. High School Choir \nDec. 9                 Warren High School Choir and Hand Bells \nDec. 10              Danville High School Choirs \nDec. 11              Harvest Temple Christian Academy Choir \nDec. 12              Grandview Heights High School\, The Grandview Singers \nDec. 15              Global Impact STEM Academy Choir             \nDec. 16              Grove City High School Chorale & Harmonia \nDec. 17              Centennial High School Choir \nDec. 18              John Glenn High School\, JG Company \nDec. 19              Hilliard Davidson High School\, Blue Kids on the Block
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/holiday-choir-concerts-2025/2025-12-10/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse Museum\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251209T130000
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SUMMARY:Holiday Choir Concerts 2025
DESCRIPTION:Free and public music performances will be scheduled during the last month of the year. \nPrevious concerts may be viewed on OhioChannel.org.   \n  \n2025 Holiday Concerts at the Ohio Statehouse\n12:00 p.m. in the Museum Gallery \nDec. 8                 Hamilton Twp. High School Choir \nDec. 9                 Warren High School Choir and Hand Bells \nDec. 10              Danville High School Choirs \nDec. 11              Harvest Temple Christian Academy Choir \nDec. 12              Grandview Heights High School\, The Grandview Singers \nDec. 15              Global Impact STEM Academy Choir             \nDec. 16              Grove City High School Chorale & Harmonia \nDec. 17              Centennial High School Choir \nDec. 18              John Glenn High School\, JG Company \nDec. 19              Hilliard Davidson High School\, Blue Kids on the Block
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/holiday-choir-concerts-2025/2025-12-09/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse Museum\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T020709
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SUMMARY:Holiday Choir Concerts 2025
DESCRIPTION:Free and public music performances will be scheduled during the last month of the year. \nPrevious concerts may be viewed on OhioChannel.org.   \n  \n2025 Holiday Concerts at the Ohio Statehouse\n12:00 p.m. in the Museum Gallery \nDec. 8                 Hamilton Twp. High School Choir \nDec. 9                 Warren High School Choir and Hand Bells \nDec. 10              Danville High School Choirs \nDec. 11              Harvest Temple Christian Academy Choir \nDec. 12              Grandview Heights High School\, The Grandview Singers \nDec. 15              Global Impact STEM Academy Choir             \nDec. 16              Grove City High School Chorale & Harmonia \nDec. 17              Centennial High School Choir \nDec. 18              John Glenn High School\, JG Company \nDec. 19              Hilliard Davidson High School\, Blue Kids on the Block
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/holiday-choir-concerts-2025/2025-12-08/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse Museum\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T160000
DTSTAMP:20260523T020709
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SUMMARY:Spooky Statehouse Tours
DESCRIPTION:In celebration of Halloween\, the Ohio Statehouse is offering free guided tours filled with spooky stories! Learn more about the building while hearing about ghostly tales\, strange happenings\, and eerie experiences from the past. Combining history and hauntings\, this will be a tour you don’t want to miss! This experience is recommended for teenagers and adults. \nThe tours will be offered at 1:00 pm\, 2:00 pm\, and 3:00 pm and will last about 45-60 minutes. The tours will start in the Museum Gallery on the ground floor of the Ohio Statehouse. Please RSVP to tours@ohiostatehouse.org by Wednesday\, October 29\, 2025. \nThe Statehouse will still offer standard guided tours starting in the Map Room\, on the hour\, every hour\, starting at 10:00 am with the last tour starting at 3:00 pm.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/spooky-statehouse-tours/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse Museum\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Entertainment,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251031T130000
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SUMMARY:Trick or Treat Statehouse Tours
DESCRIPTION:The Ohio Statehouse will be hosting\, for the first time ever\, free guided tours of the Statehouse with trick or treating incorporated. This will be an age-appropriate guided tour of the Ohio Statehouse with (not-so) spooky ghost stories. Wander the historic halls and receive a treat at every stop. Costumes encouraged! This experience is recommended for elementary age children. All children must be accompanied by an adult. \nThe tours will be offered at 10:00 am\, 11:00 am\, and 12:00 pm and each one will last about 30-45 minutes. The tours will start in the Museum Gallery on the ground floor of the Ohio Statehouse. Please RSVP to tours@ohiostatehouse.org by Wednesday\, October 29\, 2025. There are limited spots available. \nThe Statehouse will still offer standard guided tours starting in the Map Room\, on the hour\, every hour\, starting at 10:00 am with the last tour starting at 3:00 pm.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/trick-or-treat-statehouse-tours/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Entertainment,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251025T210000
DTSTAMP:20260523T020709
CREATED:20250922T150422Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T150618Z
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SUMMARY:Statehouse Haunted Tours
DESCRIPTION:Step into the dark and historic hallways of the Ohio Statehouse and take a glimpse at figures from the past as you follow conductors through the shadowy hallways and chambers of the Statehouse. \nThese lantern-lit tours are offered in 2025 on Friday\, Oct. 17; Saturday\, Oct. 18; Friday\, Oct. 24 and Saturday\, Oct. 25 at the state Capitol\, and depart through the darkened halls of the building every half hour between 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. \nThis is a ticketed event\, and the historical tour is spooky and appropriate for ages twelve and older. \nTickets are available here. Adults are $16 and ages 12-17 are $8. \nAffordable event parking will be available in the Statehouse Underground Garage. \nCurious about what the past tours have looked like? Pictures from previous years are available at ohiostatehouse.org/galleries/haunted-tours-photos.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/statehouse-haunted-tours-4/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family,Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251024T210000
DTSTAMP:20260523T020709
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SUMMARY:Statehouse Haunted Tours
DESCRIPTION:Step into the dark and historic hallways of the Ohio Statehouse and take a glimpse at figures from the past as you follow conductors through the shadowy hallways and chambers of the Statehouse. \nThese lantern-lit tours are offered in 2025 on Friday\, Oct. 17; Saturday\, Oct. 18; Friday\, Oct. 24 and Saturday\, Oct. 25 at the state Capitol\, and depart through the darkened halls of the building every half hour between 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. \nThis is a ticketed event\, and the historical tour is spooky and appropriate for ages twelve and older. \nTickets are available here. Adults are $16 and ages 12-17 are $8. \nAffordable event parking will be available in the Statehouse Underground Garage. \nCurious about what the past tours have looked like? Pictures from previous years are available at ohiostatehouse.org/galleries/haunted-tours-photos.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/statehouse-haunted-tours-3/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family,Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251018T210000
DTSTAMP:20260523T020709
CREATED:20250922T144830Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250922T144836Z
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SUMMARY:Statehouse Haunted Tours
DESCRIPTION:Step into the dark and historic hallways of the Ohio Statehouse and take a glimpse at figures from the past as you follow conductors through the shadowy hallways and chambers of the Statehouse. \nThese lantern-lit tours are offered in 2025 on Friday\, Oct. 17; Saturday\, Oct. 18; Friday\, Oct. 24 and Saturday\, Oct. 25 at the state Capitol\, and depart through the darkened halls of the building every half hour between 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. \nThis is a ticketed event\, and the historical tour is spooky and appropriate for ages twelve and older. \nTickets are available here. Adults are $16 and ages 12-17 are $8. \nAffordable event parking will be available in the Statehouse Underground Garage. \nCurious about what the past tours have looked like? Pictures from previous years are available at ohiostatehouse.org/galleries/haunted-tours-photos.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/statehouse-haunted-tours-2/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse Museum\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, United States
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family,Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251017T210000
DTSTAMP:20260523T020709
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SUMMARY:Statehouse Haunted Tours
DESCRIPTION:Step into the dark and historic hallways of the Ohio Statehouse and take a glimpse at figures from the past as you follow conductors through the shadowy hallways and chambers of the Statehouse. \nThese lantern-lit tours are offered in 2025 on Friday\, Oct. 17; Saturday\, Oct. 18; Friday\, Oct. 24 and Saturday\, Oct. 25 at the state Capitol\, and depart through the darkened halls of the building every half hour between 7 p.m. and 8:30 p.m. \nThis is a ticketed event\, and the historical tour is spooky and appropriate for ages twelve and older. \nTickets are available here. Adults are $16 and ages 12-17 are $8. \nAffordable event parking will be available in the Statehouse Underground Garage. \nCurious about what the past tours have looked like? Pictures from previous years are available at ohiostatehouse.org/galleries/haunted-tours-photos.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/statehouse-haunted-tours/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family,Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251015T133000
DTSTAMP:20260523T020709
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T145438Z
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SUMMARY:National Fossil Day Tour for Earth Science Week
DESCRIPTION:The Ohio Statehouse will celebrate National Fossil Day on Wednesday\, October 15\, 2025\, by offering a FREE fossil tour on Capitol Square. The special tour will take place October 15 from noon until 1:30 p.m. during Earth Science Week.  Expert geologists will explore the limestone walls\, stairs and columns that support the Ohio Statehouse. This fossil tour is a unique opportunity for anyone fascinated by geology and natural history. \nThe tour will start in the Worthington Center\, located on the ground floor of the Ohio Statehouse. The tour will be conducted by Dale M. Gnidovec\, Curator of the OSU Orton Geological Museum and Mark Peter\, Paleontologist at ODNR Division of Geological Survey \nPlease RSVP at ariana.glaser@ohiostatehouse.org at least two weeks in advance. There are limited spots available.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/national-fossil-day-tour-for-earth-science-week/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Entertainment,Family,Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251001T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T020709
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SUMMARY:People\, Stories\, and Art: A Portrait of My Life and Work: Presented by Artist Leslie Adams
DESCRIPTION:To honor the start of National Arts and Humanities Month\, the Capitol Square Review & Advisory Board is happy to host: \nPeople\, Stories\, and Art: A Portrait of My Life and Work \nPresented by Artist Leslie Adams \nJoin artist Leslie Adams as she reveals the inspiration behind her portraits displayed at the Ohio Statehouse\, contrasting the depiction of those and other distinguished leaders with the introspective nature of her monumental self-portraits. Experience her artistic journey—from her childhood at the Toledo Museum of Art to the influences shaping her work today—and discover the techniques that bring her portraits to life. \nOhio Statehouse Atrium. This program is free and open to the public. Groups of ten or more please email tours@ohiostathouse.org to reserve your seats.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/people-stories-and-art-a-portrait-of-my-life-and-work-presented-by-artist-leslie-adams-2/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250419T133000
DTSTAMP:20260523T020709
CREATED:20250410T130544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T130605Z
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SUMMARY:Annual Earth Day Fossil Tour
DESCRIPTION:The Ohio Statehouse will celebrate Earth Day\, which is April 22\, on April 19\, 2025\, by offering a FREE fossil tour on Capitol Square. The special tour will take place Saturday\, April 19 from noon until 1:30 p.m. Expert geologists will explore the limestone walls\, stairs and columns that support the Ohio Statehouse. This fossil tour is a unique opportunity for anyone fascinated by geology and natural history. \nThe tour will start in the Worthington Center\, located on the ground floor of the Ohio Statehouse. The tour will be conducted by Dale M. Gnidovec\, Curator of the OSU Orton Geological Museum and Mark Peter\, Paleontologist at ODNR Division of Geological Survey \nPlease RSVP at ariana.glaser@ohiostatehouse.org or 614-728-3726.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/annual-earth-day-fossil-tour/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Entertainment,Family,Uncategorized
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T020709
CREATED:20250320T211121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250320T211121Z
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SUMMARY:People\, Stories\, and Art: A Portrait of My Life and Work Presented by artist Leslie Adams
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Leslie Adams as she reveals the inspiration behind her portraits displayed at the Ohio Statehouse\, contrasting the depiction of those and other distinguished leaders with the introspective nature of her monumental self-portraits. Experience her artistic journey—from her childhood at the Toledo Museum of Art to the influences shaping her work today—and discover the techniques that bring her portraits to life.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/people-stories-and-art-a-portrait-of-my-life-and-work-presented-by-artist-leslie-adams/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Entertainment,Visual Arts
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T020709
CREATED:20250219T184434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250219T184445Z
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SUMMARY:Women's History Month
DESCRIPTION:March 11th: The History of Women’s Basketball in Columbus\, presented by the Columbus Metropolitan Library\nColumbus has a storied history with women’s basketball – from the earliest days to the brief tenure of the Columbus Quest. Join Local History & Genealogy librarian Megan Sheeran as she shares the triumphs and heartbreaks faced by girls and women who just want to play basketball. \nMarch 18th: Florence Harding: First Lady of Consequence\, presented by Sherry Hall from the Warren G. Harding Presidential Sites\nFlorence Kling Harding participated in the first election in which women were allowed to vote for president. She used the White House as a forum to showcase the talents of women from all walks of life — scientists\, athletes\, musicians\, singers\, journalists\, and artists. Mrs. Harding\, who was her husband’s staunchest supporter\, was smart\, politically savvy\, an avid learner — and complicated. Her fascinating story offers a glimpse into what a small-town Ohio girl brought to the most famous residence in the nation. \nMarch 25th: People\, Stories\, and Art: A Portrait of My Life and Work\, presented by artist Leslie Adams\nJoin artist Leslie Adams as she reveals the inspiration behind her portraits displayed at the Ohio Statehouse\, contrasting the depiction of those and other distinguished leaders with the introspective nature of her monumental self-portraits. Experience her artistic journey—from her childhood at the Toledo Museum of Art to the influences shaping her work today—and discover the techniques that bring her portraits to life.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/womens-history-month/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
CATEGORIES:Arts & Culture,Entertainment,Family
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250225T130000
DTSTAMP:20260523T020709
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250310T133224Z
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SUMMARY:Black History Month at the Ohio Statehouse
DESCRIPTION:In honor of Black History Month\, the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board is hosting a series of free\, 60-minute presentations every Tuesday at noon in the Atrium in collaboration with different groups. Each session will include up to 15 minutes for Q&A with the speaker or performer. \nIt is free and open to the public! For larger groups\, please call Ariana Glaser at 614-728-3726 to schedule. \nFeb. 4: The Lincoln School Story with Melvin Barnes of Ohio Humanities\nThe Lincoln School Story highlights the fight of African American mothers in Hillsboro\, Ohio for school integration in 1954 following the Brown v. Board of Education decision. Despite facing severe backlash\, they persisted in one of the longest civil rights protests in American history. After the screening\, Dr. Melvin Barnes Jr. will lead a Q&A session to discuss the impact of their struggle. \nFeb. 11: FROM THE HEART\, SO MUCH TO DISCOVER: The Heritage of Ohio’s Black Voices presented by Lyn Ford\nThere are many lesser-known treasures of stories and poetry developed by African American narrative artists in the past and contemporary literary arts. Storyteller and poet Lyn Ford will recognize and honor a few of them as she shares from her research\, her poetry and her own Black Appalachian heritage. \nFeb. 18: The History of the Columbus Call & Post presented by the Columbus Metropolitan Library\nJoin us as we explore the King Arts Complex Collection’s photos from the Columbus Call & Post\, an African American newspaper published from 1962 to 1990 by the late publisher\, Amos Lynch. \nFeb. 25: Life and Legacy of Brigadier General Charles Young presented by the Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument\nJoin a National Parks Ranger for a presentation on the life and legacy of Brigadier General Charles Young. Young was a trailblazer\, who became the first African American national park superintendent\, Colonel in the U.S. Army and military attaché. He also served as a mentor to many\, including students at Wilberforce University and future Army leaders like Benjamin O. Davis Sr.
URL:https://downtowncolumbus.com/event/black-history-month-at-the-ohio-statehouse/2025-02-25/
LOCATION:Ohio Statehouse\, 1 Capitol Square\, Columbus\, OH\, 43215
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