Blog postings and news updates about the “little metropolis” of Columbus, Indiana – a city that always dreams big.
Blog postings and news updates about the “little metropolis” of Columbus, Indiana – a city that always dreams big.
THE LATEST POSTS ABOUT COLUMBUS…
The Decked Halls of the Miller House
By Connie Nimmo Thorn Every year, The Miller House decks the halls in glorious fashion paying homage to J. Irwin and Xenia Miller’s eye for modern design. The Millers commissioned some of the best architects and designers to design their home in 1953....
read more
What a Church Should be Like
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...
read more
A Story of Two Innkeepers and Their B&B
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...
read more
Hometown Hero, Clessie Cummins
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...
read more
Zaharakos – the historic (and delicious) marvel!
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...
read more
Columbus’ Patrons, the Millers
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....
read more
A Community of Dancing Cs
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....
read more
Embracing the Spirit of Architecture
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...
read more
