Discovery District, Columbus

Name: Discovery District
Address: Columbus, United States

#240 among attractions in Columbus

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The Discovery District is a special improvement district in downtown Columbus, Ohio, the home of Columbus State Community College, Columbus College of Art and Design, Columbus Museum of Art, and Columbus Metropolitan Library. It is considered a cultural district because of its close proximity to higher educational campuses and art destinations. It was named to imply that the area is full of possibility due to the number of learning and creative campuses in this small area. "Culture, art, and academia converge and present the Discovery District." While not typically viewed as the most prominent Columbus neighborhood, the density of academic and arts-based institutions in this area are what make this creative campus unique. ()

Coordinates: 39°57'48"N, 82°59'24"W

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Discovery 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.

~1260 ftSE
Museum, Garden, Park
Topiary Park, Columbus
7 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...
~700 ftNE
Museum, Art museum
Columbus Museum of Art, Columbus
4 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...
~1870 ftSE
Museum, History museum, Garden
Kelton House Museum and Garden, Columbus
10 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.
~170 ftNE
Park
Washington Gladden Social Justice Park, Columbus
1 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...
~1330 ftW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
St. Joseph Cathedral, Columbus
7 min walk • St. Joseph Cathedral stands as a beacon of faith and history in the heart of Columbus, Ohio. This majestic church, constructed in a stunning Gothic Revival style, is not only a place of worship but also an architectural gem in the city's landscape.
0.5 miSW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Performing arts
Ohio Theatre, Columbus
14 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 miN
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Saint Patrick Church, Columbus
11 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.
~1340 ftNE
Museum, History museum, Historical place
Thurber House, Columbus
7 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.
0.6 miW
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Palace Theatre, Columbus
17 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.
0.5 miNE
Theater, Concerts and shows, Concert hall
Lincoln Theatre, Columbus
14 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.
0.4 miSW
Gothic Revival architecture, Church
Holy Cross Church, Columbus
10 min walk • Holy Cross Church, Rectory and School is a historic church and home to an active parish in the Roman Catholic Diocese of Columbus. It is located in the Discovery District neighborhood of Columbus, Ohio at 212 S. 5th Street.

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Which popular attractions are close to Discovery District?

Nearby attractions include Washington Gladden Social Justice Park, Columbus (1 min walk), Beeler Gallery, Columbus (3 min walk), Columbus Museum of Art, Columbus (4 min walk), Broad Street United Methodist Church, Columbus (4 min walk).

How to get to Discovery District by public transport?

The nearest stations to Discovery District:

Bus

E Long St & Cleveland Ave • Lines: 7 (5 min walk)
E Long St & N Washington Ave • Lines: 11, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 7, 9 (7 min walk)