ohio statehouse

tnajera

My family hosted out of town guests and wanted to give them a memorable Columbus experience. One morning during their visit we decided to take our friend on a tour of the Ohio Statehouse. It's a beautiful building in the middle of downtown. One of the things we love about the Statehouse is that they have a cadre of volunteers who will take groups on tours. They're knowledge of the Statehouse history, renovation, artwork, and historic events that occurred in the Statehouse. My favorite thing about the statehouse is the rotunda and the acoustics in that part of the building.

debrao405

Take the tour. They run every half hour if I remember correctly. Guide was great. Answered all our questions and allowed me time to take pictures as we went along.

glorynews

I went there before Christmas when it was all decorated, and wow, it was beautiful! I have visited at other times of the year and it was very interesting to tour and see the history of this grand building. I felt proud to know that this gem represents the best of Ohio.

N7010UImarkd

We were at the Statehouse for our We The People competition and it was great (not just because we won) but because it was easily accessible, security was very good but didn't seem to be over the top that happens in most government buildings these days . The architecture and history mix well with being functionaland up to date

drdroad

Not the typical looking Capitol Building, unusual and interesting. Take a look at it at night. Haven't been inside.

nurabbit

We had a terrific guide who gave us lots of information. The statehouse is something to see! There are some statues outdoors before you enter which are interesting, and the indoor tour is wonderful and very informative. Our guide could answer many questions and had lots of stories to share. The tours start in the lower area of the buildings and there is a historical museum as well as a nice gift shop located on that level.

RCDA2013

Guided tour includes history of how and why the Statehouse is what it is today. Explanations of lights, paintings, paint and so much more. Tour also unlocks several doors which gives more up close and personal views of important parts of this seat of government.

mgampp

The Ohio Statehouse is a great place to visit and learn about the history of the state and the building.

753DonnaF753

Our guide was very knowledgable about all aspects of the Statehouse. Her tour gave us just the right mix of history, architecture, and civics. Our tour lasted an hour and the time went by quickly.

meanrunt

I first saw this place on a field trip in 5th grade, and saw it again a few years ago. The difference is spectacular! Join a guided tour if you can. Also ask about the pigeon statue in the Atrium. (NO SPIOLERS!)

Diane Lynn

The best way to see the Ohio Statehouse is with a docent. Call to find out when you can join a tour. I was very lucky to be escorted by a British woman who had such an interesting view of her adopted state's Capitol Building. There are many interesting this to see in this Greek Revival building opened in 1839. Be sure to see the ladies' gallery which was dedicated in June 2008 as a tribute to the first six women elected to the General Assembly in 1922 and the many women who have served since. I attended a press conference in this room given by the Women's Democratic Caucus and it was meaningful to me as a woman.If you like history and historic buildings you will enjoy this visit.

AndrewL202

You may not think that visiting a government building exciting or worth your time, but the Ohio Statehouse will change your mind. There are guided and self guided tours, cafeteria area, and gift shop. Also a historical section. Great for people of all ages or by yourself. Bring a camera with a wide lens to get in all that great space!

Gigglebox

I was taken on a short tour while attending a dinner here. They lady was very informative about the building and the artwork. We got to see where the legislate assembles too.

AntonCh-aD

This building is worth a walk through. Outside it looks like any other state capital building. Inside is quiet and beautiful mini-museum/art gallery. Be sure to stop in the rotunda and look up at the stained glass ceiling.

FarmAnimal

Incredible amount of Ohio history at the ideal price, Free! It's fun to watch school trips cone into the Rotundra and their mouth open in unison as they look up to the dined ceiling.They go from rowfy to completely silent in the matter of seconds.