Research Guides: International Services Library Research Guide: Guide to Columbus

Parks of Columbus

Topiary Park that recreates Georges Seurat's painting A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of LaGrande Jatte.

Topiary Garden Park

The Topiary Garden Park is only a 5 minute walk from Franklin University. The topiary recreates Georges Seurat's famous post-Impressionist painting, A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of LaGrande Jatte.

Picture of the conservatory palm house surrounded by blooming flowers.

Franklin Park Conservatory

Franklin Park Conservatory is only an 8 minute drive from Franklin University has plants of all varieties, a glass blowing shop, and various events all year.

Roses of various colors in bloom with fountain in the background.

Columbus Park of Roses

Columbus Park of Roses is one of the largest rose gardens in the United States on 13 acres.

Alum Creek State Park

Alum Creek State Park, only thirty minutes from Franklin University, is on a large lake with a man made beach.

Five bison grazing in a field with trees and hills in the background.

Battelle Darby Creek MetroPark

The largest Metro Park in Columbus featuring a nature center and bison

Columbus Museums

Columbus Museum of Art
"Columbus Museum of Art’s mission is to create great experiences with great art for everyone. Whether we are presenting an exhibition, designing an art-making activity, or giving visitors directions, we are guided by a vision to connect people and art. CMA nurtures that connection and removes barriers between our community and our collection." The museum is FREE on Sundays.
COSI
An interactive children's science museum.
COSI After Dark
A monthly event where you can check out the COSI exhibits when no children are visiting.
Wexner Center for the Arts
Part art museum, part film center, and host of classes, this center is about 15 minutes from Franklin University and is free on Thursdays after 4pm and the first Sunday of each month.

Columbus Sports

Columbus Clippers Baseball
Columbus' baseball team hosts several events like happy hour, "dime-a-dog" hot dog nights, live music, fireworks, and more!
Columbus Blue Jackets Hockey
The Blue Jackets are a professional hockey team in Columbus.
Columbus Crew Soccer (Football)
Columbus' Major League Soccer (Football) Team. Check their schedule for promotions and special offers.

Attractions

The Columbus Zoo
This zoo has been ranked #1 in the US.
The Book Loft of German Village
Home to 32 rooms of books in pre-Civil War era buildings that once were general stores, a saloon, and a nickelodeon cinema.
Things to Do in Columbus
A comprehensive list of things to do, including shopping, events, nightlife, attractions, LGBTQ, and sports & recreation.
Experience Columbus
Experience Columbus' vision is to be the leading force in creating and revealing the best of the Columbus experience to the world.
Columbus Neighborhoods
One of the best things about visiting Columbus is the chance to explore its fascinating and fun-filled neighborhoods.

How Do I Find Out About Events?

Columbus Underground MegaWeekend
Every Thursday, there is a newsletter with a listing of the weekend events around Columbus.
Columbus Underground Events Calendar
Find a listing of events by day-could be a festival, art exhibit, concert, etc.
Experience Columbus Events Calendar
You can subscribe to their event calendar and browse their suggested itineraries.