Columbus Visitors Center Blog Posts
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.
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...
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....
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....
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...
Nothing Wrong with a Little Chaos
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...
One-of-a-Kind 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...
Street Art Illusions
By Connie Nimmo Thorn A few months ago, little critters started popping up in Columbus. These characters have already been spotted all over the world in places like Manhattan, Sweden, and Taiwan. Now, eight of these creatures are hidden in plain sight...
Columbus’ Biggest Star
By Connie Nimmo Thorn Last year, an Indie film took Columbus, Indiana and Sundance by storm. The smart and emotional movie, COLUMBUS, won critical acclaim and awards. And, was even listed as one of the top ten movies to watch in 2017 by over 20 critics....
