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Ohio Statehouse Nominated by Columbus Parent Magazine as "Best of Columbus"
June 5, 2013
 
The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board (CSRAB) is proud to announce that the Ohio Statehouse has been nominated by Columbus Parent Magazine, for their "Best of Columbus" contest, in three categories. The Ohio Statehouse was nominated in the following categories:


  • Best Place to Bring Out-of-Town Visitors

  • Best Museum

  • Best Locally Made Gifts



"The unique ability to house state government, while at the same time offer innovative public programs, is what makes the Ohio Statehouse unlike any other capitol in the country," said William E. Carleton, Executive Director of the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board.

To see the entire list of nominees and to vote, please, visit www.columbusparent.com/bestofcolumbus.

To view this press release and others, visit www.ohiostatehouse.org.

The Ohio Statehouse is more than a monument to our past; it's where history happens! The Ohio Statehouse is open weekdays from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.; weekends from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; closed holidays. The Ohio Statehouse Museum is open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.; weekends from noon to 4 p.m.; closed holidays. Admission is free. Free guided tours are offered weekdays on the hour from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., and weekends from noon to 3 p.m. Tours depart from the Map Room easily accessible from the Third Street entrance. Groups of 10 or more are requested to call in advance to ensure a guide is available. Contact 888/OHIO-123 for more information or to schedule a group tour. For more information about the Ohio Statehouse visit www.ohiostatehouse.org.

The Ohio Statehouse is handicapped accessible and senior friendly. The Capitol Square complex was restored to allow for greater access by individuals living with disabilities. Ohio Statehouse public programs and events are held in accessible and barrier free areas of the building so that everyone can participate. Ohio Statehouse visitors needing disability-related accommodations in order to fully participate in an event may contact the Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board at statehouse@csrab.state.oh.us or 614/752-9777 to communicate special needs. Please allow three weeks for arrangements to be completed.

The Capitol Square Review and Advisory Board (CSRAB) is responsible for maintaining the historic character of the Statehouse and Capitol Square while providing for the health, safety and convenience of those who work in or visit the complex. The Ohio Statehouse Museum Education Center coordinates tours of Capitol Square and provides information about the buildings, their history and Ohio's government.

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