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COSI is lots of fun, with a side of education

COSI is lots of fun, with a side of education

Whether you're the parent of a two-year-old or a teenager, Columbus' COSI is the place to be for fun, learning and excitement. I'm not going to lie, either-- there is a good chance that you'll bring out your inner kid while on the grounds of this enormous operation that features more than 300 exhibits that will sharpen the minds and widen the smiles of children and adults alike.

Learn about outer space in COSI's space exhibit, where you can fly a rocket and learn about rovers, asteroids and comets. Wander around a replica of the International Space Station and feel the effects of gravity in a simulation that is truly out-of-this world.

The Ocean exhibit puts you in an underwater “Dream Scape” where you can learn about water and its role in all life forms on our planet. Poseidon rules over the water playground where little learners can learn about sand erosion, streams and oceanic waves.


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Published: Jan 20, 2010

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Pickerington Attractions

Kelton House Museum brings history to life

Kelton House Museum brings history to life
At Columbus' Kelton House Museum, the Victorian era really comes to life. Located in the East Town Street Historic District, the Kelton House is a perfectly-preserved example of the urban lifestyle lived by Sophia and Fernando Cortez-Kelton, who owned the house when it was a stop on the Underground Railroad during the Civil War.

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Published: Oct 25, 2009

Franklin Park Conservatory and Chihula Collection

Franklin Park Conservatory and Chihula Collection
Franklin Park Conservatory in Columbus is a popular destination for children and adults alike. Indulge in vibrant colors, eclectic art and breathtaking botany at this one-of-a-kind institution.

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Published: Oct 25, 2009

North Market in Columbus a feast of the senses

North Market in Columbus a feast of the senses
Columbus' North Market is a true feast of the senses. From the amalgamation of colors to the tempting smells of fresh pineapples and peaches, the North Market has something for everyone.

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Published: Jul 23, 2009

Columbus Zoo: a wondrous world of wildlife

Columbus Zoo: a wondrous world of wildlife
There is a a world of fascinating creatures to explore at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium At the 400-acre zoo, rated No. 1 in the country by a national travel guide, hundreds of thousands of visitors come each year to see animals and plant life from every continent on the planet.

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Published: Jul 13, 2009

Pickerington Restaurants

Smith & Wollensky: A Columbus Favorite for Fine Dining

Smith & Wollensky: A Columbus Favorite for Fine Dining
Serving up prime beef steaks that are aged in-house for a deliciously robust flavor, Smith & Wollensky Restaurant in Columbus has been a pillar of Columbus dining since its opening in 2002.

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Published: Dec 20, 2009

Barcelona Restaurant: Traditional Spanish Cuisine in Columbus

Barcelona Restaurant: Traditional Spanish Cuisine in Columbus
Opened in 1996, Columbus' Barcelona Restaurant is located in the city's historic German Village. The building in which the restaurant operates was built more than a century ago in 1895 and originally housed a brew pub called that was famous for its authentic German bratwurst sausages. Today, Barcelona Restaurant is Columbus' premiere Spanish eatery, and still boasts much of the original carpentry, including the solid oak bar, which is the focal point of the establishment. Voted among the top 10

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Published: Dec 20, 2009

Restaurant M: a one-word name that will leave you speechless

Restaurant M: a one-word name that will leave you speechless
Restaurant M at 2 Miranova Place is the kind of place you'd want to take out-of-town guests as you show them the best that the city of Columbus has to offer.

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Published: Oct 31, 2009

Schmidt's Sausage Haus: authentic German eats in authentic German atmosphere

Schmidt's Sausage Haus: authentic German eats in authentic German atmosphere
Schmidt's Sausage Haus has been gracing the city of Columbus with delicous old-world-style German food since 1886. Rightfully located in the heart of German Village, Schmidt's is an icon in the city of Columbus.

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Published: Oct 31, 2009

Betty's Fine Food and Spirits: more than just a bar and grill

Betty's Fine Food and Spirits: more than just a bar and grill
Located in the Short North Arts District, Betty's Fine Food & Spirits is a true Columbus hot spot. The restaurant is known for serving up large portions of delicious comfort food in a trendy city atmosphere that is sexy and seductive.

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Published: Oct 31, 2009

Rigsby's Kitchen is classic, contemporary, and just about perfect

Rigsby's Kitchen is classic, contemporary, and just about perfect
Columbus' Rigsby's Kitchen does a great job of balancing class with casualness. This popular eatery is voted among the top 20 best restaurants in Columbus according to the Columbus Dispatch newspaper, and is quoted as being “always on the cutting edge” and “sophisticated, lively and appealing” by Zagat Guide.

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Published: Oct 19, 2009

Mitchell's Steakhouse is robust and indulgent

Mitchell's Steakhouse is robust and indulgent
With three Columbus-area locations, Mitchell's Steakhouse is the quintessential American steakhouse. From the indulgent atmosphere to the almost-sinful cuts of prime beef steak, there is nothing modest about Mitchell's.

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Published: Oct 19, 2009

Banana Bean Cafe in Columbus: for when you want to go out for Floribbean

Banana Bean Cafe in Columbus: for when you want to go out for Floribbean
German Town's Banana Bean Cafe is a little bit like something you'd see Carrie, Samantha, Charlotte and Miranda eating at on the set of Sex and the City. The crisp, classic décor and playful atmosphere border on whimsical. It's clean, simple and distinct dining that has no rival in the German Village district-- or, perhaps, in the whole state of Ohio.

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Published: Sep 6, 2009

Lindey's Restaurant: fresh, simple American dining

Lindey's Restaurant: fresh, simple American dining
Lindey's Restaurant, located in the German Village section of downtown Columbus, describes itself as a “high-energy, white tablecloth” establishment that serves only the “finest of American cuisine.” With a spirited atmosphere and fare that is crisp, clean and simple, you're sure to agree.

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Published: Jul 8, 2009