Architecture, Attraction, Blog, National Landmarks
By Connie Nimmo Thorn Photo of North Christian Church by Carol Highsmith In 1955, 43 Columbus residents joined together and formed the North Christian Church. As, the congregation grew, they needed a new place of worship. They formed an Architectural Committee to find...
Blog, History & Education, Places to stay
By Connie Nimmo Thorn Dennis and Joyce Orwin have a history together just as fascinating as the historic bed and breakfast they operate, Ruddick-Nugent House. Dennis and Joyce met in the Peace Corps as part of the third and fourth classes of volunteers to be deployed...
Blog, History & Education
By Connie Nimmo Thorn Columbus, Indiana, is home to many big names, but one name has defined the entrepreneurial spirit of the community: Cummins. Clessie Lyle Cummins’ story starts in rural Indiana where he built his first steam engine at 11 years old. A few years...
Attraction, Family Fun, History & Education, Ice Cream/Sweets, Zaharakos
By Connie Nimmo Thorn Columbus, Indiana, is home to many small, local businesses. The eclectic boutiques and distinctive eateries give downtown an artistic flair. But, there’s one business that has given Columbus flavor for over 100 years. In 1900, the Zaharako...
Architecture, History & Education, Miller House, National Landmarks
By Connie Nimmo Thorn It’s almost impossible to tell the story of Columbus, Indiana, without mentioning two people: J. Irwin and Xenia Miller. The Miller family legacy can be found around every corner. J. Irwin Miller’s great uncle, William G. Irwin,...
Architecture, Arts & Culture, Blog, Public Art
By Connie Nimmo Thorn Art, architecture and design are around every corner in Columbus, Indiana. Nothing envelopes the city more than the Dancing Cs. Paul Rand gave Columbus its most beloved icon back in the 1970s that lives on today all over Columbus. Rand was a...
Architecture, Blog, History & Education, National Landmarks, Uncategorized
Aerial photo of First Christian church by Phil Hanna By Connie Nimmo Thorn Columbus, Indiana, attracts architecture aficionados across the world for its many structures built by the biggest names in the industry. However, you don’t need to be an expert to appreciate...
Arts & Culture, Attraction, Family Fun
By Connie Nimmo Thorn Columbus, Indiana, is home to a 30-foot tall, seven-ton mammoth contraption. The work is demonstrating how engineering and art can live together in the same space. The sculptural machine is called Chaos I, and for good reason. This downtown...
Arts & Culture, Attraction, Public Art
By Connie Nimmo Thorn Step into Columbus, Indiana, and you’ll notice all the vibrant colors, awe-inspiring architecture and everywhere art. There’s one artist whose colorful forms are a favorite of ours. Dale Chihuly is an American sculptor, known for his...
