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Photos of the event are here:  https://www.ohiostatehouse.org/galleries/2024-11-03-olympic-and-paralympic-celebration

The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board is hosting the 2024 Ohio Olympic and Paralympic Celebration on Nov. 3, 2024, from 1-3 p.m. at the Ohio Statehouse. The family-friendly event is to honor the achievements of the Olympians and Paralympians who have ties to the state of Ohio during this year’s past Summer Olympic games!

The attending Olympians and Paralympians are:

• Byron Branch- Wheelchair fencing

• Molly Bruggeman- Rowing

• Marcus Christopher- BMX

• Keana Hunter- Artistic Swimming

• Katie Moon- Pole Vault 

• Brittni Mason – Para Track and Field

• Grace Nuhfer- Para Swimming 

On November 3, join us for exciting celebrations featuring a Q&A panel led by NBC4 sports reporter Whitney Harding! Guests will have the opportunity to submit questions for the Olympians and participate in interactive games for a chance to compete against them and win prizes.

Following the panel, there will be a Meet and Greet from 2-3 p.m. Guests can collect autograph booklets for the athletes, and those who complete the booklet will be eligible for a special prize!

East High Marching Band and Drill Team will kick-off the event as they lead in the athletes and perform a short performance.

Coupons for Nothing Bundt Cake will be available on a first come first serve basis!

Both the Statehouse Museum Shop and Capitol Café will be open from 12 – 4 p.m. on the ground floor of the Ohio Statehouse.

This event is free and open to the public, making it a perfect outing for families and sports enthusiasts alike. We invite everyone to come out and celebrate the spirit of the Olympics and the incredible athletes who represent Ohio!

For inquiries, please contact kennedy.porter@ohiostatehouse.org.