This grand old neighborhood was established between 1870 and 1920 and flourished as one of the richest neighborhoods in Columbus around the turn of the last century. Today the area is on the National Register of Historic Places and 300 of the restored homes have been featured on the annual Victorian Village Tour of Homes and Gardens. Large front porches, mature trees and sidewalks create a friendly community where people walk to work, shops and entertainment.
Within walking distance of the city's main employment centers – The Ohio State University, Battelle Memorial Institute, and Downtown Columbus – Victorian Village is charmingly pedestrian-oriented. The Short North Arts District is on the east and the new Arena and North Market Districts border to the south. Victorian Villagers have dozens of restaurants, shops, art galleries and nightspots just steps from their front door.
Its crown jewel is beautiful Goodale Park, donated to the City of Columbus in 1851 by Dr. Lincoln Goodale. The City's oldest park (and one of the oldest parks in the nation) provides all-season recreation including band concerts at the gazebo in the summer, ice skating on the lake in the winter and a restful green space year-round.
Home to Community Festival, Gay Pride Celebration, The Doo Dah Parade and many other events, Goodale Park is often bustling with activity and is a wonderful place to meet & greet your neighbors.
