Virtual Tour: Open Air School Historic Renovation

The historic "Columbus Open Air School", built in 1928, is being renovated into a local community hub. Located in the Tuttle Park neighborhood at Neil and Hudson, this new project will feature restaurants, office space, and other small tenants such as a Butcher Shop Fitness Center. This project is partially funded through historic preservation tax credits, which help developers to preserve and breathe new life into historically significant buildings. Join us to hear the developer (Kelley Companies), learn about the project, and take a virtual tour through the buildings' spaces.

Where: Via Zoom

Free Event

Panelists:
Benjamin Kelley and his brother, Michael Kelley, are the co-owners of Kelley Companies. Kelley Companies is a family-owned real estate development firm that specializes in the preservation, renovation, and re-use of historic structures. Founded in 1968 and having operated through three generations, they have helped to preserve the past while building the future.

A University District tradition! The Winter Celebration is hosted in partnership with the University District Organization, University Community Business Association, University Area Commission, University District Special Improvement District, and the University Community Association. It provides a time of reflection on the year’s accomplishments and a glimpse of what is to come! Enjoy the season with your University District neighbors, businesses, and community partners. Hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be provided.

Details:
Tuesday, December 13th
5:30 - 8:30 pm

The Barrister Club @ Gateway
25 West 11th
Columbus, OH 43201
(Entrance behind Panera Bread)

Parking is available on-street or at the Gateway Garage. Non-perishable food items and donations will be collected for Neighborhood Services, Inc. which serves University District families and individuals in need.

Featuring: Convergence of the Blocks
"Your dream is my memory," by Rory Krupp - a tactical art piece commissioned for the University District Arts & Character Plan. The art piece will be assembled and revealed during this year's Winter Celebration. A community-engaged project, the work will bring together one hundred University District participants to form a completed wood block mosaic. More information about the piece can be found here: "Your dream is my memory"

Sponsors:

The University District Organization (UDO) will be gathering input from the public to create concepts on public space design, public art opportunities, and informative displays. The planning process, will examine the University District’s arts scene, history, culture, and other assets to provide a basis to the concept ideas. Recommendations will extend beyond typical wall murals and explore design possibilities for such things as streetscape elements that enhance the identity of University District neighborhoods.

For more information visit: universitydistrict.org/character

Public Open House #2 | Sept 19th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Individuals will be asked to visualize and create concepts for public art and placemaking. A sketch artist will be on-hand to translate your vision into a concept. Or you can draw or create your own idea using materials provided. The selected concepts for the tactical/temporary art installation phases will be displayed for additional community engagement.

Free parking and refreshments provided.

The University District Organization (UDO) will be gathering input from the public to create concepts on public space design, public art opportunities, and informative displays. The planning process, referred to as placemaking, will examine the University District’s arts scene, history, culture, and other assets to provide a basis to the concept ideas. Recommendations will extend beyond typical wall murals and explore design possibilities for such things as streetscape elements that enhance the identity of University District neighborhoods.

For more information visit: universitydistrict.org/character

Visual Arts Workshop | June 29th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
This workshop will focus on the array of visual arts that have been and are currently being produced in the University District. Come to this workshop to discuss the multitude of visual art that originates in neighborhood.

The University District Organization (UDO) will be gathering input from the public to create concepts on public space design, public art opportunities, and informative displays. The planning process, referred to as placemaking, will examine the University District’s arts scene, history, culture, and other assets to provide a basis to the concept ideas. Recommendations will extend beyond typical wall murals and explore design possibilities for such things as streetscape elements that enhance the identity of University District neighborhoods.

For more information visit: universitydistrict.org/character

Music Workshop | June 23th | 7:00pm - 9:00pm  ***Free concert with local bands at 9:00***
This workshop will focus on the past and present music scene in the University District. Come to this workshop to celebrate and inform the planning process on the great music that is coming out of the neighborhood.

 

The University District Organization (UDO) will be gathering input from the public to create concepts on public space design, public art opportunities, and informative displays. The planning process, referred to as placemaking, will examine the University District’s arts scene, history, culture, and other assets to provide a basis to the concept ideas. Recommendations will extend beyond typical wall murals and explore design possibilities for such things as streetscape elements that enhance the identity of University District neighborhoods.

For more information visit: universitydistrict.org/character

Performing Arts | June 2nd | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
This workshop will focus on the state of the performing arts in the University District. Come to this workshop to share your knowledge and experiences with the performing arts neighborhood from spoken word to magic and everywhere in between.

The University District Organization (UDO) will be gathering input from the public to create concepts on public space design, public art opportunities, and informative displays. The planning process, referred to as placemaking, will examine the University District’s arts scene, history, culture, and other assets to provide a basis to the concept ideas. Recommendations will extend beyond typical wall murals and explore design possibilities for such things as streetscape elements that enhance the identity of University District neighborhoods.

For more information visit: universitydistrict.org/character

Culture Workshop | May 24th | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
This workshop will focus on the cultural development of the University District. Come to this workshop to share your thoughts and knowledge of neighborhood traditions, stories, demographics, movements and more.

The University District Organization (UDO) will be gathering input from the public to create concepts on public space design, public art opportunities, and informative displays. The planning process, referred to as placemaking, will examine the University District’s arts scene, history, culture, and other assets to provide a basis to the concept ideas. Recommendations will extend beyond typical wall murals and explore design possibilities for such things as streetscape elements that enhance the identity of University District neighborhoods.

For more information visit: universitydistrict.org/character

Student Workshop | May 5th | 4:00pm - 6:00pm
This workshop will be geared towards the University District student to gain their input on history, art, and culture of the District. The interactive event will be held at Gateway in the former Oxley's Tavern space.

The UDPS is a collaboration between the City of Columbus Department of Public Service, the Division of Code Enforcement, the Ohio State University, and area property owners to identify service and code needs throughout the University District.

It also is a forum to devise creative solutions to solve service issues, distribute public information, and engage citizens on their responsibilities as University District resident and land owners. The group meets quarterly throughout the year and is open to the public.

Meetings are held at the Northwood-High Building, 2231 North High Street in Room 100 from 1:00 - 2:30PM.

Meeting minutes and agendas can be found HERE.

The UDPS is a collaboration between the City of Columbus Department of Public Service, the Division of Code Enforcement, the Ohio State University, and area property owners to identify service and code needs throughout the University District.

It also is a forum to devise creative solutions to solve service issues, distribute public information, and engage citizens on their responsibilities as University District resident and land owners. The group meets quarterly throughout the year and is open to the public.

Meetings are held at the Northwood-High Building, 2231 North High Street in Room 100 from 1:00 - 2:30PM.

Meeting minutes and agendas can be found HERE.

The UDPS is a collaboration between the City of Columbus Department of Public Service, the Division of Code Enforcement, the Ohio State University, and area property owners to identify service and code needs throughout the University District.

It also is a forum to devise creative solutions to solve service issues, distribute public information, and engage citizens on their responsibilities as University District resident and land owners. The group meets quarterly throughout the year and is open to the public.

Meetings are held at the Northwood-High Building, 2231 North High Street in Room 100 from 1:00 - 2:30PM.

Meeting minutes and agendas can be found HERE.