Park Street District, Columbus, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Park Street District
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Neighborhoods of Columbus, Ohio
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Park Street at Goodale Street
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43215
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| Area code(s) | 614 |
| Website | http://parkstreetdistrict.com |
The Park Street District is a lively area in Columbus, Ohio. It's like a smaller part of the bigger Arena District. This neighborhood is named after Park Street, a busy road that goes right through it.
You won't find many homes here. Instead, it's mostly filled with fun restaurants and bars. Many people think of it as part of the Short North area. This is because their borders are close and they share popular spots like the North Market.
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Exploring Park Street District's Past
The "official" story of Park Street starts in the late 1800s. Back then, it was a busy place for factories and businesses. The history of Park Street is connected to the Arena District. The Arena District was once home to the Ohio State Penitentiary. This prison was torn down in the 1980s.
How the District Grew
In 2000, the Nationwide Arena opened. It became the home for Columbus's new professional hockey team. After this, the new district started to grow. The area around the Arena District also had many factories. Park Street District itself was mostly industrial too. However, some parts of Park Street had both homes and businesses. During this time, a schoolhouse was built. Today, that spot is where Brother's Bar and Gaswerks are located.
Park Street Today
The Park Street District's story today is much like its neighbors. As the Arena District and Short North grew, Park Street changed. It became a popular spot for nightlife and dining. The district as we know it today is quite new. Many of the bars opened just a few years ago. For example, the Park Street Complex was updated and reopened in 2010.
Where is the Park Street District?
The Park Street District covers about 17 acres. It is located just north of the Arena District.
- To the south, it's bordered by Vine Street.
- To the north, it's bordered by Interstate 670.
- To the east, it's bordered by North High Street.
- To the west, it's bordered by Neil Avenue.
Park Street is the main road. It runs from north to south through the middle of the district. The area doesn't have much green space. You might see some plants on the sidewalks. It is very close to Goodale Park, which offers more green areas.
Nearby Attractions
The Park Street District is a great place to start exploring Columbus. You can easily walk to many popular spots and neighborhoods from here:
- Arena District
- Short North
- Victorian Village
- Greater Columbus Convention Center
- University District
Cool Places to See
The Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral
This beautiful church was built in the Byzantine style. You can see this in its large dome and tall bell-tower. A small group of Greek families started the church in the early 1900s. They saved their money and built their first church. By the end of the century, the church community had grown too big. The current cathedral was designed and built in 1990. It has won awards for its design. The old church is still part of the complex and is sometimes used for smaller services.
Columbus Children's Theater
Howard Bloom and his wife started the Columbus Junior Theater of the Arts in 1963. They wanted to improve arts education in Columbus. Classes first took place on Broad Street. Then they moved to the Trinity Episcopal Church. In 1966, they bought a new building on Main Street. A year later, the Columbus Foundation and the Ohio Arts Council helped them hire full-time staff.
Over time, the theater grew. It started offering summer classes, week-long camps, and a touring group. The theater also worked with Columbus schools. In 1983, they held a writing contest for students. Kids could submit screenplays, scripts, and monologues. In 1985, the theater moved to 504 N. Park Street. In 1999, they bought a new theater at 512 Park Street. This was because more people were coming to shows and classes. The Columbus Children's Theater is still at 512 Park Street today. It earns a lot of money each year. Josh Radnor, an actor from the show How I Met Your Mother, is a famous person who used to attend this theater.
Getting Around Park Street
The Park Street District is easy to reach in many ways.
By Car
If you're driving, you can use the Vine Street exit off I-670. There's also an entrance ramp near Goodale Park for I-670 west.
By Bus
Two main COTA bus lines serve the district. The 18 route goes right through the district. The 2 route runs on nearby High Street.
By Bike
The district is also close to two COGO bike stations. One station is on Kilbourne Street. The other is along Spruce Street.
Images for kids
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North Market
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Park Street Patio
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Park Street Cantina
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Brother Bar Columbus
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Barlouie
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Gaswerks
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Callahans Columbus
