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[hilltop - history and facts]
A very diverse neighborhood located on the west side of
Columbus, Hilltop is surrounded with I-70 to the north, I-270 to
the south, Route 3 to the east and I-270 to the west.
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hilltop zip codes 43204, 43223 & 43228
[that was then]
The Hilltop was originally known as Sullivant's Hill and was
donated to the city of Columbus by the Sullivant family who had
originally settled there.
The name Hilltop comes from the topography of the land. The
community is situated on top of a hill formed during the Glacial
Period. The first people to inhabit the area were mound building
Indians and their remains have been found on and around Hilltop.
At the beginning of the 19th century, more
inhabitants came to Hilltop once a major roadway, the National
Road (now Route 40) was built for easier access to the area.
The area served as one of two prison camps for Confederate
soldiers in Ohio during the Civil War. By the early to mid 20th
century, more families began moving in and the area grew.
Enjoying a strong Quaker heritage early on, Hilltop was
considered a quiet, simple neighborhood, perfect for families.
[this is now]
The Hilltop is home to a very large
Latino population. Although the neighborhood is considered one
of the rougher areas of the city, Hilltop residents maintain a
very close knit relationship with one another and promote
community pride.
The community has redeveloped commercial property, created the
Hilltop Senior Village and developed several recreation trails
and parks in the area.
Homes contain large front porches situated on tree-lined
streets. According to the
Greater Hilltop Community Development Corporation, the
neighborhood design unites residents. “Neighborhood block
parties and local parades are bringing neighbors together. The
close proximity of local shopping, easy access to bus lines and
the short distance from downtown has contributed to the
Hilltop’s success. Home values are rising and community
infrastructure is improving and expanding.”
There are 14 parks and recreation areas in and around the
Hilltop neighborhood. The GHCDC joined with city employees to
plant evergreen trees and make sure Dry Run Creek at Holton Park
had an easily accessible hiking trail.[tradition]
The Women of Character award is a long standing tradition in Hilltop. The fall
parade, sponsored by the Hilltop Business Association, serves as the
announcement of the Women of Character nominees. Award winners are selected by
the GHCDC from community wide submissions. A luncheon honors the women for their
concern and interest in the Hilltop community.
[what’s new]
In 2005, Hilltop started a new tradition with a four week
summer concert series called Music on the Hill. The
musicians reflected the diverse Hilltop population with
everything from jazz and country to Latin and gospel bands.
get more information about
the greater hilltop community development corporation
here.
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