The Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum is located on The Ohio State University campus, and is a must-see for comic and cartoon lovers. The library and museum holds the world’s largest collection of materials related to comics and cartoons, including original art, books, magazines, … [Read more...] about Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum exhibitions
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Teachers get free admission to COSI
COSI, Columbus' Dynamic Hands-On Science Center supports our educators and teachers with free admission at COSI! Teachers get free admission to COSI, and receive a $30 discount on memberships. COSI is FULL of fun for all ages, featuring classic and traveling exhibits, Live Shows, … [Read more...] about Teachers get free admission to COSI
Explore Ohio’s Heritage During Ohio Open Doors will return in 2026
Discover more about Ohio's heritage during Ohio Open Doors, when historic buildings and landmarks throughout Ohio invite you to open the door and explore with special tours and events. This fun event will return in 2026. From tba 2026, organizations are hosting events in communities all … [Read more...] about Explore Ohio’s Heritage During Ohio Open Doors will return in 2026
Central Ohio Fire Museum
Housed in a restored 1908 firehouse, the Central Ohio Fire Museum & Learning Center is a hidden gem in downtown Columbus. It's such a fun place to take kids, and it's perfect for when you just want to spend an hour or two. Located at 260 N. 4th St., the museum is dedicated to preserving … [Read more...] about Central Ohio Fire Museum
Blue Star Museums: Military families get free museum admission across U.S.
Blue Star Museums offers free museum admission to more than 2,000 museums across America for active duty service members and families. Blue Star Museums is a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families, the Department of Defense, and museums across … [Read more...] about Blue Star Museums: Military families get free museum admission across U.S.
Walk among the Butterflies at Franklin Park Conservatory
Late winter through Spring is the perfect time to visit Blooms and Butterflies at the Franklin Park Conservatory. As one of the most popular exhibits, you won't want to miss it in 2025! From February 22 - July 6, 2025 hundreds of exotic butterflies will fill the Pacific Island … [Read more...] about Walk among the Butterflies at Franklin Park Conservatory
Rides on the The Ohio Railway Museum
Train enthusiasts of all ages will love The Ohio Railway Museum in Worthington! Not only can you check out the amazing collection of trains, you can take a two mile round trip demonstration ride on one of the museum's streetcars or interurbans. Founded in 1948, The Ohio Railway Museum … [Read more...] about Rides on the The Ohio Railway Museum
Travel Ohio: Fun in Lancaster and Fairfield County
Our readers know that there's plenty to do in Franklin County, but that's no excuse to ignore our surrounding counties! When Visit Fairfield County contacted me about exploring our neighbor, Fairfield County, I was excited to check it out! Our overnight trip took us just 45 minutes away to … [Read more...] about Travel Ohio: Fun in Lancaster and Fairfield County
Free admission for National Museum Day in September
Paused for 2024 Lose yourself in a great museum this year with FREE admission to one of 1,200 venues in the U.S. during the annual Smithsonian Museum Day Live! on Saturday, September 17, 2022. Museum Day Live Check back later in the year for the theme for 2021, and to see a list of … [Read more...] about Free admission for National Museum Day in September
The 70’s Music Explosion at Columbus Historical Society
The Columbus Historical Society is proud to present the exhibition, The 70's Music Explosion in Columbus, Ohio. The exhibit will be on view from starting Sunday, October 10. An end date has not been determined. The 70's Music Explosion in Columbus, Ohio There is a free opening reception of … [Read more...] about The 70’s Music Explosion at Columbus Historical Society
Star Wars Day at Ohio History Center
Not scheduled for 2021. Ohio History Center is celebrating Star Wars Day on Saturday, May 4 with special programming! Let the Force be with you all day during First Friday Film Series at Ohio History Center. Star Wars Day Program schedule (more programming may be … [Read more...] about Star Wars Day at Ohio History Center
COSI EMS and Safety Day
Not scheduled for 2022. In celebration of National Safety Week, COSI is having EMS and Safety Day on Sunday, May 19, from 11 am – 3 pm. Firefighters from the Columbus Division of Fire and other emergency personnel will be there, along with their vehicles. Watch while the Columbus … [Read more...] about COSI EMS and Safety Day
First Friday Film Series at Ohio History Center
Enjoy a night of family fun at the Ohio History Center with the First Friday Film Series on the first Friday of the month. You can explore museum exhibits and family activities starting at 5 pm before watching a family-friendly movie at 7 pm. Starting at 5 p.m., museum admission is just $8, and $4 … [Read more...] about First Friday Film Series at Ohio History Center
Free museum admission for The Big Explore
The Columbus Foundation is celebrating 75 years of helping to better our community as a philanthropic advisor for giving. The grants they help create with the donors support a range of nonprofits, initiatives, and other programs. As a thank you for these 75 years, they have partnered … [Read more...] about Free museum admission for The Big Explore
