Watch full episodes, segments and previews from the Columbus Neighborhoods weekly series or check out the original 12 Columbus Neighborhoods documentaries that celebrated Columbus’ bicentennial.
Full Episodes
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The Ohio State University Sesquicentennial
What did it mean to be a “land-grant university” 150 years ago — and what it means today? Ohio State’s known…Read More -
The Circus Comes to Town
Learn about Columbus’s “Sellsville,” where a circus wintered. And meet “Diavolo”, a bicycle daredevil who thrilled thousands before accomplishing his…Read More -
Underground Railroad
Thomas Bull sheltered escaped slaves in present-day Clintonville. And explore the Hanby House and Kelton House, stops on the Underground…Read More -
A Celebration of New American Food
Food is a great way to connect with other cultures. WOSU reporter Adora Namigadde explores her own Ugandan roots, along…Read More
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Segments
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Hilltop History
Architectural historian Jeff Darbee tours historic Hilltop sites to learn more about this neighborhood and the people who call it…Read More -
The Taco Shop
The Taco Shop, aka La Autoridad del Taco started with a small hotdog cart outside of Westland Flea Market. In…Read More -
Around the World Through the Walk O' Wonders
In the 1950s to '60s, the Great Western Shopping Center was home to the incredible Walk O' Wonders, featuring the…Read More -
Traditions of the Past
Every Buckeye knows about cherished traditions such as dotting the “I” or singing “Carmen, Ohio” at the end of a…Read More -
Ohio State University's Sesquicentennial
Charlene Brown visits Sloopy's Diner to talk with OSU President Michael Drake, Provost Bruce McPheron and historian David Staley about…Read More -
From the Vault: University District Memorabilia
Remember Larry’s, that iconic OSU bar on High Street where beer flowed for beat poets and PhDs alike? Take a…Read More -
Sells Brothers Circus
Learn about the history of the Sells Brothers Circus, which was based in Columbus in the late 1800s and made…Read More -
Diavolo Collection
Fred Pfening purchased letters and photos from the Conn Baker auction in 2018. Fred shares what he's learned from these…Read More -
Columbus Daredevil Diavolo
Follow efforts to save memorabilia and photographs of Diavolo, a cycling daredevil legend in Columbus. As the auction block looms,…Read More
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Previews
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West Side Preview
The west side of Columbus expanded from farming to an urban community in the early 20th century. In this episode,…Read More -
The Ohio State University Sesquicentennial Preview
What did it mean to be a “land-grant university” 150 years go — and what it means today? Ohio State’s known…Read More -
The Circus Comes to Town Preview
Learn about Columbus’s “Sellsville,” where a circus wintered. And meet “Diavolo”, a bicycle daredevil who thrilled thousands before accomplishing his…Read More -
Underground Railroad Preview
Thomas Bull sheltered escaped slaves in present-day Clintonville. And explore the Hanby House and Kelton House, stops on the Underground…Read More -
March Across Ohio Preview
See how a Tri-Village area festival evolved into the colorful Upper Arlington Fourth of July Parade. The Ohio History Connection…Read More -
Capturing History Preview
Explore the Columbus Jewish Historical Society’s collection of revealing images by commercial photographer Herb Topy. Plus, the discovery of glass…Read More -
On the Canal! Preview
See how locks at Groveport and Lockbourne have been preserved, and learn about the feeder canal that connected Columbus to…Read More -
Preservation DIY Preview
The experts over at the Ohio History Connection share preservation techniques for collectibles including; Digital photos, Family heirlooms, and Wedding…Read More -
Up North Preview
Explore the history of Plain City, visit Marion Union Station with architectural historian Jeff Darbee, and owner Kamal Boulos tells…Read More
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Full Documentaries
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Short North
The story of one of the city's most vibrant and exciting neighborhoods includes the tale of the arches, the rise—and…Read More -
German Village
One of the nation's early and most successful urban revitalization campaigns, this charming and vital neighborhood was once home to…Read More -
King Lincoln
At its height in the 1930s, hundreds of people filled the bustling streets of The King-Lincoln District. The nation's top…Read More -
University District
Town meets gown in this urban area encompassing the neighborhoods around The Ohio State University. The Old North was the…Read More -
Downtown and Franklinton
WOSU's Emmy® award-winning series focuses on Franklinton, the frontier settlement on the Scioto River that would anchor a community that…Read More -
Olde Towne East
From the 1890s to the 1920s, Olde Towne East was the place to live in Columbus, where the barons of…Read More -
South Side
Once an industrial powerhouse, the South Side’s “Steel and Glass” heritage is still honored by the people who live there…Read More -
Clintonville
Dating back to Adena earthen mounds, Clintonville has transitioned over the last 200 years from a farming community to a…Read More -
Worthington
The ninth documentary in the Columbus Neighborhoods featured the picture-post card town of Worthington. Watch the complete documentary on WOSU…Read More -
Tri-Village
Although connected through history, Grandview Heights, Marble Cliff and Upper Arlington have evolved into three unique communities; a tribute to…Read More -
New Americans
The immigrant experience not only defined the character of Columbus during its foundation and early growth, but find out how…Read More
