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[olde towne east - history and facts]
Adjacent to
downtown, Olde
Towne
East is one of the city’s first neighborhoods with homes that represent more
than 50 architectural styles.
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guideline. exact borders may vary.
olde towne east zip codes 43203 & 43205
[that was then]
Many of the homes in Olde
Towne East date back more than 175 years. Once one of Columbus' wealthiest neighborhoods, Olde
Towne East, is behind the
other neighborhood in that it is currently experiencing some hard times,
however, with the resolve of the Olde Towne East Neighborhood Association and
other groups, the area is enjoying a comeback through the restoration of many of
the historic homes.
[this is now]
Even though it’s a little behind than the other urban areas in
development, the rebirth that Olde Towne East is experiencing, is
attracting more urban dwellers who are looking for an affordable
area of town to call home.
Olde Towne East is a popular neighborhood for everyone from
professionals and students to singles, couples and families,
populated by both homeowners and renters. Whether you are
looking for a fixer upper, or you want a fully restored home,
Olde Towne East most likely has it.
The
Olde Towne East Neighborhood Associations (OTENA) vision statement indicates
where the neighborhood is going, “Olde Towne celebrates a community of diverse
people of various talents, ethnic histories and abilities. We see a neighborhood
where people walk safely, visit and take pride in their clean surroundings. We
see thriving businesses, well-kept homes and apartments with proud residents.”
[tradition]
The OTENA has held the
Olde Towne East Tour of Homes for more than 20 years in the
spring. The tour begins at the Broad Street Presbyterian Church,
where tour-goers can view the newly renovated church including a
wall of exquisite Tiffany stained glass in the sanctuary. Other
featured homes, gardens and businesses are in the active area
between East Broad Street and Long Street, bound on the West by
the stately Hamilton Park Avenue area and on the East by the
grand Governors Place homes, including a historic theatre and
art gallery.
In September, the
Hot
Times Community Music & Arts Festival hits Olde Towne East
on Parsons Avenue. This annual independent festival is run
solely by volunteers. The three-day event showcases local and
nationally-known professional musicians, dancers, poets, visual
and performance artists.
check
out the ultimate of urban gardens at
Franklin Park Conservatory click
the image to get an interactive
panorama. *quicktime is required -
get it free here
get more information
about the olde towne east neighborhood association
here.
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