On August 5, the newest AIA architectural guide will be published -- this one featuring the architecture of Columbus. Produced by the Columbus Architectural Foundation, the book is authored by Jeffrey Darbee and Nancy Recchie, two of the state’s leading historic preservation consultants. Jeff and Nancy recently presented a workshop in Tipp City on “Marketing Historic Properties” in conjunction with the City of Tipp City and Preservation Ohio. It promises to be a great read. Click here for more information.
Ohio’s Governor’s Mansion is profiled in “Our First Family’s Home: The Ohio Governor’s Residence and Heritage Garden,” now available at your favorite bookstore. The volume tells the story of what could be referred to as a “living museum,’ a place where the history and beauty are combined to showcase the best of Ohio. This page at the Ohio University Press website allows you more insight into the book, and includes not only a full chapter preview, but a virtual tour inside the mansion. Click here for more information.
Three of the newest books from Arcadia Publishing feature aspects of Columbus history:
- In ’Mount Calvary Cemetery,” the author looks at Columbus’ largest and oldest Catholic cemetery, and tells the stories of the people who rest there in photos and narrative. Click here for more information.
- Also currently available is a guidebook to the history of Upper Arlington, one of the city‘s “inner“ suburbs, and one of Ohio's earliest planned communities. Click here for more information.
- Lastly, the history of the arts in Columbus takes center stage in “Columbus, Ohio: The Musical Crossroads,” which will be published in August. The book profiles both well known national artists with strong Columbus connections, as well as local artists that contributed world-class talents to the local music scene. Click here for more information.