Museums and Sites

Some places spark conversations about identity through contemporary art. Others tell stories of migration, freedom, or traditions that span continents. Together, they offer windows into global cultures right here in Central Ohio.

  • Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum

    Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum

    The Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum connects Columbus to the world of comics and cartoons, showing how ink and humor carry culture across borders.

  • Columbus Museum of Art

    Columbus Museum of Art

    The Columbus Museum of Art invites you to see the world through global and local lenses, making creativity a bridge between cultures.

  • Columbus Zoo & Aquarium

    Columbus Zoo & Aquarium

    The Columbus Zoo & Aquarium is more than animals — it’s a journey across continents that connects you to global cultures, ecosystems, and conservation stories.

  • Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

    Franklin Park Conservatory & Botanical Gardens

    Franklin Park Conservatory is a global garden under glass, where you can wander from desert to rainforest in the heart of Columbus.

  • King Arts Complex

    King Arts Complex

    The King Arts Complex is Columbus’s hub for African American culture, where art, history, and community come alive year-round.

  • National Veterans Memorial and Museum

    National Veterans Memorial and Museum

    The National Veterans Memorial and Museum honors the diverse men and women who served, connecting Ohio to global stories of sacrifice, service, and peace.

  • Ohio History Connection

    Ohio History Connection

    Visiting the Ohio History Connection is like stepping into Ohio’s living scrapbook, where global cultures, local stories, and hands-on experiences connect the past to the present.

  • Somali Museum of Ohio

    Somali Museum of Ohio

    The Somali Museum of Ohio celebrates the traditions of Ohio’s vibrant Somali community, offering art, food, and stories that connect Columbus to East Africa.