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We are dedicated to providing support, advocacy & sweat equity for the most beloved 23 acres in the city!

Our projects have included the Umbrella Girl Fountain, the Grace Highfield Garden, new signs in the park, the tot lot, 36 pedestrian scaled light fixtures, enhanced picnic tables, benches,trash cans, and the care of the historic trees that are our community's treasure. There is no charge to belong to the Friends of Schiller Park!

10/13/2026

Thirty years ago, Schiller Park welcomed the new Umbrella Girl and the Grace Highfield Garden.

Sculpted by Columbus artist Joan Wobst, the girl was modeled after her daughter, Andi Wobst-Jeney. Her umbrella, dangling shoes and mid-stride pose echo the story of a real girl walking home from school. Today, she remains a beloved piece of the park’s history and a reminder of the people and stories that make this neighborhood special.

10/11/2026

A little recognition for some big work at Schiller Park.

Thank you to Andy Marfurt for removing the mulberry trees growing among the three pines on the park’s north side—a substantial project, with some sizable trees to tackle.

We’re also grateful to the volunteers who pitched in last Saturday to clean up storm damage. Thank you for giving your time and energy to care for this shared space.

10/02/2026

Help us clean up Schiller Park tomorrow

Recent floods and high winds have left storm debris throughout the park. With the Forestry Division still working to catch up, we’re gathering volunteers to lend a hand.

Join us tomorrow, Saturday, October 3, at 9 a.m. at the southwest corner of the recreation center parking lot. Bring gloves if you have them.

With enough hands on deck, it shouldn’t take more than an hour!

10/01/2026

As the calendar turns to October, we’re grateful for another incredible summer in Schiller Park.

From picnics on the lawn and Shakespeare under the stars to quiet morning walks through the gardens, this park holds so many of our favorite memories.

What was your favorite Schiller Park memory this summer? Drop a comment or tag us in your favorite photo!

09/23/2026

A look back at autumns past in Schiller Park—from lively Oktoberfest celebrations to crisp walks beneath the changing tree canopy.

As fall officially begins, we’re revisiting some of our favorite seasonal memories in German Village’s shared backyard. What do you remember most about fall in the park?

09/19/2026

We’re aware that a vehicle left the roadway near Reinhard Avenue and damaged the historical marker at Schiller Park. Police responded at the scene, and were coordinating with the appropriate city partners to assess the damage and determine next steps.

We’re grateful to the neighbors who quickly reported the incident. Please use caution around the affected area while the site is addressed. We’ll share updates when we know more.

09/17/2026

Schiller Park doesn’t thrive by accident—it flourishes because of people who care.

The Friends of Schiller Park works to protect, restore, and enhance this historic green space. From caring for our beloved gardens and magnificent tree canopy to preserving our park’s history and supporting community spaces, our work is rooted in stewardship.

You can be part of that legacy. Whether you sign up for updates, volunteer your time, or help support our ongoing care of the grounds, every bit helps keep Schiller Park beautiful for generations to come.

Visit our website to get involved: www.friendsofschillerpark.org

09/09/2026

Late summer in Schiller Park has a quiet magic all its own.

The daylight is shifting, the evenings are turning crisp, and the season is slowly beginning to wind down. But there is still plenty of warm sunshine left to enjoy.

Whether it’s an afternoon stroll, a quiet moment on a bench, or catching up with neighbors on the lawn, make time to soak up these golden late-summer days in the park.

09/03/2026

This weekend marks the conclusion of the 2026 Actors’ Theatre season in Schiller Park. For decades, gathering beneath the trees for free outdoor theatre has been one of our community’s most cherished summer traditions.

If you haven’t made it to the amphitheater yet, or if you want to experience the magic one last time this year, grab your blanket, pack a picnic, and join us on the lawn before the stage goes quiet for the season.

08/31/2026

For years, the original Umbrella Girl watched over Schiller Park until she mysteriously disappeared sometime around the 1940s or early 1950s.

She was never found, but in 1996, a new Umbrella Girl, created by Joan Wobst, took her place. This year marks her 30th birthday and three decades as one of the park’s most beloved landmarks.

Learn more on our website www.friendsofschillerpark.org

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1069 Jaeger Street
Columbus, OH
43206

Telephone

+16142287441

Website

http://friendsofschillerpark.org/

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