Olde Towne East

05/29/2026

✨ Behind Every Historic Door Is A Story

Tour magnificent Victorian homes, beautifully restored interiors, lush gardens, and architectural treasures throughout Olde Towne East.

Discover craftsmanship from another era, gather inspiration for your own home, and experience one of Columbus' most architecturally rich neighborhoods.

Olde Towne East Historic Neighborhood Summer Tour of Homes

📅 Sunday, July 12
🕛 12 PM – 5 PM
🎟️ Tickets Just $20

Advance tickets available now.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1988450130869?aff=oddtdtcreator

Join us for a stroll through charming Olde Towne East to tour beautiful historic homes this summer!

05/27/2026

Wishing peace, joy, and togetherness to all in our community celebrating Eid al-Adha. May this special holiday bring reflection, generosity, and time spent with family and loved ones.

05/25/2026

PRIDE FLAGS ARE BACK IN STOCK!
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05/25/2026

05/25/2026

As we gather with neighbors, friends, and family this weekend, may we also take a moment to reflect on the meaning behind the holiday and the freedoms we enjoy because of their service.

Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

05/22/2026

Top three reasons to volunteer at the Olde Towne East Summer tour of homes:
1. Free t-shirt
2. Free ticket to the tour
3. Invitation to our exclusive after party

Want to help? Sign up today!

Volunteer to help showcase some of the beautiful homes on the Near East Side, connect with your neighbors, and experience the tour at no cost. Assistance is required for various committees, positions, and day-of shifts. Some committee meetings will be held regularly in the upcoming months to ensure....

05/22/2026

ATTIC TO ARCHIVE | BOLIVAR TOWERS, SAWYER TOWERS, SKYVIEW TOWERS, LATITUDE FIVE25

Originally built in the 1960s as public housing, the distinctive 14-story towers became a familiar East Side landmark and one of the most recognizable parts of the Columbus skyline. Over the decades, the buildings reflected changing eras of Columbus history — from urban renewal and public housing to downtown revitalization and private redevelopment.

In more recent years, the towers became known for ongoing maintenance and safety issues, including broken elevators, water leaks, burst pipes, mold, asbestos concerns, and deteriorating living conditions that eventually forced residents to evacuate during the winter of 2022. The situation drew major public attention and lawsuits involving tenant conditions and environmental cleanup.

With demolition and redevelopment now underway, the towers remain a complicated but unforgettable piece of Columbus history that generations of residents remember well.


Photos from archives of the The Columbus Dispatch and Columbus Metropolitan Library

05/14/2026

Always Something to Do: IIkaa Fine Art Gallery opens this weekend.
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Complimentary drinks and hors d’oeuvres will be served, with festivities taking place indoors and outdoors, weather permitting.

Free parking is available behind the gallery, with dedicated spaces located directly at the rear of the building.

We’re excited to welcome another creative space to the community and encourage neighbors to stop by and support the arts in Olde Towne East!

05/02/2026

Since 1982, the residents, friends, families, and supporters of Olde Towne East have volunteered countless hours to organize, plan, and host an annual tour of homes. During the tour, the Olde Towne East Neighborhood Association, (OTENA) showcases some of the most beautiful and historically-significant properties in all of Columbus.