Good morning, Pickaway County. Columbus' architectural heritage is getting a much-needed lifeline as the Museum of Art's 1931 Renaissance revival building secures a $3.75 million roof rescue. The half-century-old covering has weathered its final storm, with construction beginning late summer to replace aluminum with copper materials that will develop a distinguished patina matching nearby historic structures. Meanwhile, local foodies have another reason to visit Hilliard as Alchemy expands its footprint with a third café location inside The Well community center.
Flipping through Columbus Monthly's inaugural 1975 issue reveals just how dramatically the city's culinary landscape has transformed. Of the magazine's originally recommended restaurants, only Plank's Bier Garten and Talita's remain standing today. The nostalgic look back at beloved establishments like The Christopher Inn and Engine House No. 5 showcases how Columbus has cultivated its own distinct dining identity over five delicious decades.
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🏛️ Historic museum gets $3.75 million roof rescue. The Columbus Museum of Art's 1931 Renaissance revival building will receive a much-needed roof replacement after securing funds from state, county, and city sources. Executive Director Brooke Minto emphasized that the 50-year-old roof has exceeded its lifespan, with the restoration symbolizing a commitment to preserving Columbus' architectural heritage. The project will replace aluminum roofing with rubber and copper materials that will develop a natural patina matching nearby historic buildings. Construction begins late summer and should finish by December, with the museum remaining open throughout the renovation.
🍽️ Alchemy expands with new Hilliard cafe at The Well. The Columbus-based company is growing beyond its cafes to focus more on corporate services. This will be Alchemy's third location, joining their existing Columbus cafes. The new spot will be housed inside a Hilliard community center, expanding their local footprint. Alchemy aims to balance retail growth with their business-to-business offerings as part of their strategic expansion.
🍽️ Columbus' restaurant scene has transformed dramatically since 1975. Columbus Monthly's first issue highlighted beloved establishments like The Christopher Inn, Engine House No. 5, and Jai Lai that have since disappeared from the city's landscape. Only Plank's Bier Garten and Talita's remain from that original list of recommended dining spots. The magazine's early wine coverage lamented Ohio's restrictive liquor laws, with residents making "wine-buying expeditions to a free state" to avoid markups. Looking back at these establishments reveals how Columbus' culinary identity has evolved over five decades while maintaining its distinct character from other Ohio cities.
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