Background The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium’s Lantern Festival is a family-friendly, after-hours event celebrating Asian culture through stunning LED lantern displays, interactive installations, live performances, and whimsical after-dark experiences. Now in its second year (following a successful 2024 debut), the 2025 edition expanded with more mythical creatures, interactive elements, and integration into new zoo regions…
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Unofficial Galaxies – A STAR WARS Exhibit at COSI
Background Summary provided by Dia Browser ChatThe “Unofficial Galaxies” exhibit at COSI in Columbus, Ohio (2025) is a massive Star Wars-themed experience featuring iconic props, costumes, life-size starships, and one of the world’s largest private fan collections. “Unofficial Galaxies” at COSI (May 10–Sept. 1, 2025) is an immersive, Star Wars-inspired exhibition that brings together more…
Murals at The Little Grand Market
Background The Little Grand Market in Columbus, Ohio, is a food hall located at 710 Grandview Crossing Way in the Grandview area. Opened in August 2024, it features 10 exceptional local vendors, large bars for socializing, and patios with city views. It is the 6th food court/bar-style restaurant in the Columbus area as of the…
Orton Geological Museum – OSU Main Campus
Background The Orton Geological Museum, located at the Ohio State University’s main campus, is a treasure trove of geological wonders, showcasing an extensive collection of minerals, fossils, and rocks. Named after Edward Orton, a prominent geologist, the museum offers visitors a journey through Earth’s history with exhibits that include dinosaur fossils, meteorites, and a variety…
Nancy Holt’s Electrical System Art Installation
Background Found at the Wexner Center for the Arts at THE Ohio State University- Main Campus 1871 N. High StreetColumbus, Ohio 43210 The image below shows some information about this installation. Impression I didn’t really know anything about Nancy Holt going into the Wexner Center for the Arts. There were a few sections of her…
OSU Airport Observation Deck
Background The Ohio State University Airport (OSU) has a rich history dating back to 1917 when it began training pilots for World War I. Officially opened in 1940, it has since evolved into a premier university-operated airport, supporting aviation education and research. The airport is located six miles northwest of downtown Columbus, Ohio, and plays…
Urban Scrawl 2024
A 2-Day arts festival organized by the Franklinton Arts District. Urban Scrawl has been an annual event since 2007, featuring art murals from over 60 local artists. This is one of central Ohio’s largest urban renewal projects.
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