Jefferson Avenue Historic District, Columbus

Name: Jefferson Avenue Historic District
Address: Columbus, United States

#299 among attractions in Columbus

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Jefferson Avenue Historic District, Columbus

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The Jefferson Avenue Historic District is a historic district in Downtown Columbus, Ohio. The site was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982 and the Columbus Register of Historic Properties in 1983. The site includes approximately 12 buildings regarded for their history and architecture. It is one of few remaining residential neighborhoods downtown. It includes the Thurber House, formerly home to cartoonist and author James Thurber. The boundaries of the district vary slightly between the two registers the district was entered in. ()

Coordinates: 39°57'56"N, 82°59'5"W

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Downtown ColumbusColumbus United States

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Jefferson Avenue Historic District – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Topiary Park, Columbus Museum of Art, Kelton House Museum and Garden, Washington Gladden Social Justice Park.

~1930 ftS
Museum, Garden, Park
Topiary Park, Columbus
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Columbus, Ohio, Topiary Park is a unique outdoor museum that offers a blend of horticultural art and cultural enrichment. This living exhibition, known for its sculpted plants and shrubbery, is a serene oasis in the bustling cityscape and a...
~980 ftSW
Museum, Art museum
Columbus Museum of Art, Columbus
5 min walk • The Columbus Museum of Art stands as a cultural beacon in the heart of Columbus, Ohio, showcasing a diverse collection that spans centuries of creative expression. Founded in 1878, this esteemed institution serves as a testament to the city's commitment to the arts...
~1830 ftS
Museum, History museum, Garden
Kelton House Museum and Garden, Columbus
9 min walk • The Kelton House Museum and Garden is a historic gem nestled in the heart of Columbus, Ohio. This Victorian-era house, built in 1852, offers visitors a glimpse into the 19th-century lifestyle of a wealthy Columbus family, the Keltons.
~1520 ftSW
Park
Washington Gladden Social Justice Park, Columbus
8 min walk • Washington Gladden Social Justice Park, nestled in the heart of Columbus, Ohio, stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of social reform and the ongoing struggle for justice and equality. This urban green space, though modest in size, carries a profound message...
0.9 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Ohio Theatre, Columbus
22 min walk • The Ohio Theatre is a performing arts center and former movie palace on Capitol Square in Downtown Columbus, Ohio. Known as the "Official Theatre of the State of Ohio", the 1928 building was saved from demolition in 1969 and was later completely restored.
0.4 miNW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Saint Patrick Church, Columbus
12 min walk • Saint Patrick Church is a historic building and the second-oldest Catholic church building in Columbus, Ohio. Located in the Discovery District neighborhood, the structure served as the pro-cathedral of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Columbus until the consecration of Saint Joseph Cathedral.
~640 ftW
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Thurber House, Columbus
4 min walk • Thurber House is a literary center for readers and writers located in Columbus, Ohio, in the historic former home of author, humorist, and New Yorker cartoonist James Thurber.
0.9 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Palace Theatre, Columbus
24 min walk • The Palace Theatre is a 2,695-seat restored movie palace located at 34 W. Broad Street in Columbus, Ohio. It was designed and built in 1926 by the American architect Thomas W. Lamb as part of the American Insurance Union Citadel. Today the theater functions as a multi-use performing arts venue.
~1090 ftNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Lincoln Theatre, Columbus
6 min walk • The Lincoln Theatre is a 582-seat performing arts venue located at 769 E. Long Street in the King-Lincoln Bronzeville neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio. The theater is owned by the City of Columbus under the auspices of the Lincoln Theatre Association. Operation of the facility is managed by CAPA.
~1120 ftSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Broad Street United Methodist Church, Columbus
6 min walk • Broad Street United Methodist Church is a historic Methodist church in Downtown Columbus, Ohio. This church is one of five on East Broad Street built around the year 1900. It was built in 1885 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1980. The church was designed by Yost & Packard with green serpentine stone.
~1340 ftE
Church, Romanesque architecture
Broad Street Presbyterian Church, Columbus
7 min walk • East Broad Street Presbyterian Church is a historic church at 760 E. Broad Street in the King-Lincoln Bronzeville neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio. It was built in 1887 and added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1987.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Jefferson Avenue Historic District?

Nearby attractions include Thurber House, Columbus (4 min walk), Hamilton Park Historic District, Columbus (5 min walk), Columbus Museum of Art, Columbus (5 min walk), Lincoln Theatre, Columbus (6 min walk).

How to get to Jefferson Avenue Historic District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Jefferson Avenue Historic District:

Bus

E Long St & Jefferson Ave • Lines: 7 (3 min walk)
E Long St & N Washington Ave • Lines: 11, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 7, 9 (4 min walk)