Columbus Virtual Exploration

 

Living in Columbus for the first time opened me up to many new opportunities to learn and explore about new people, new ideas, and new places. I have heard about how beautiful Worthington is since coming to the Ohio State University, but I never truly understood what people meant until I researched it myself. Not only does Worthington perfectly embody Columbus’s new and fresh beauty, it acknowledges and appreciates the history and heritage of central Ohio.

The places I explored were mostly in Old Worthington, because I love older architecture and stories of those who came before us. La Chatelaine French Bakery and Bistro is a very popular place to have lunch or grab a sweet treat on your way to the Green on the Green, Big Green Head’s annual environment event, which unfortunately was not able to be hosted this year. After visiting these sites, one can be engrossed with artistic talent at the McConnell Arts Center. The Ohio Railway Museum is arguably the most popular and historic site in the Worthington area, bringing together historians and families alike. A true beauty lies in the St. Michael the Archangel Church, a site in southern Worthington.

I believe that many people look at downtown Columbus and admire it’s modern architecture and rich culture and diversity. Worthington builds upon those ideals with admiration for historic architecture. This neighborhood, surrounded by small shops and a feeling of togetherness, brought me a feeling of home, even if its hours away. I would highly recommend for students and professionals alike to stop by Worthington: just to take a stroll through the streets, or take a stroll back in time.

 

Visit these sites to learn more about the above locations:

https://www.lachatelainebakery.com/

http://www.mcconnellarts.org/

Home Page

http://www.ohiorailwaymuseum.org/

https://www.greenonthegreen.com/

 

Artifacts

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens / Dale Chihuly

Dale Chihuly’s brilliant work is showcased throughout Franklin Park Conservatory’s beautiful landscape and exhibits. I had the honor of taking a visit to this wonderful place and could not believe the incredible depth and contrast of the glasswork and gardens.

    The array of colors and interesting shapes were just two of thousands of unique ways to be in awe of Chihuly’s work.

With the distinct contrast of garden to his glasswork, viewers are left awestruck by the fascinating work.

The ginormous sculptures create a sublime feeling that only those who experience the art in person can understand fully.