Suggestions for Museum near Columbus

Tami F. • June 21, 2010The Ocean exhibit is our favorite. If you have kids age 5 or under check out the play are on the third floor. Our daughter can spend hours there.

HISTORY • August 4, 2010This house was built in 1873 and was home to James Thurber, famous artist, humorist and cartoonist. The nation’s highest designation for the art of humor writing was named after him, and is called the

Jake W. • December 4, 2011If you have AAA get an annual membership for $30. Good for two adults all year. Definitely worth checking out their exhibits.

Jordi P. • November 5, 2015The new wing is gorgeous. Great job building around the old building. The collection is also pretty impressive: Renoir, Degas, Picasso and many more. M

Marie G. • September 20, 2011Try the mambo class!

Vee L. • June 8, 2018A lot of his & herstories under one roof. Sweet personnel!

Beth S. • June 24, 2019This place is amazing! It’s so full of history & very informational. I highly recommend this museum if you’re ever in Columbus 💙💙

Mike T. • August 4, 2014Make sure to bring a change of clothes for your little one if they like to play in the water space!

Nathan P. • December 5, 2013Great display of local history. From Indian culture to industry to houses. A good value for a few bucks.

Adriana R. • May 6, 2019A fun place for my son to play and explore new things.

Nicole K. • September 15, 2013Great little museum. Definitely worth the detour. The staff are absolutely amazing and super helpful.

Ashley B. • November 26, 2016Small but great collection of contemporary art.

OSU Urban Arts Space • June 9, 2011Our huge BFA reception is this Saturday, 6 to 8pm! Come enjoy yummy food and awesome art!

The Grio • January 27, 2011This 19th century Columbus home was a stop on the Underground Railroad. Visitors can enjoy a look at antique items from the elegant home led by a costumed guide.

Megan I. • June 13, 2022Immersive multi-media art experience appropriate and accessible for everyone. Good alternative for a rainy day.

Cindy D. • December 20, 2013This is a must. Member receive discount coupons in newsletter. It really fun to watch children try to touch objects in the air.

Jennifer N. • March 16, 2010Really great exhibits and they rotate still giving you enough time to really enjoy something good. The Cafe also has amazing Tomato Basil soup! Look for "Gorundswell" by Maya Lin.

Glenn B. • December 10, 2011Nice art gallery with rotating exhibits. Caribou Coffee next door in Huntington Center has great grilled cheese sandwiches.

C-SPAN • November 15, 2012Columbus celebrates its bicentennial in 2012. Learn about how the city was founded and see some of the inventions unique to the city

Insider Perks • February 24, 2012Quite a few people don't know this museum exists but for any parent who wants to educate their children about fire there isn't a better place. Lots of interactive exhibits.