Landmark Columbus Foundation

We are looking forward to the revitalization of the historic Otter Creek Clubhouse with TenBerke as we launch the Progressive Preservation Planning Grant. TenBerke’s work began late last year and will finish this spring. Our organization has already secured $90,000 toward the $180,000 required to fund TenBerke’s evaluation of this project. TenBerke's work aims to evaluate the building’s current functionality and explore opportunities for enhancements that align with the evolving needs of the golf course and its patrons. Designed in 1964 by modernist architect Harry Weese, the Otter Creek Clubhouse features expansive glass walls, warm wood interiors and distinctive shed roofs, and complements the Robert Trent Jones Sr.-designed golf course. Learn more here from The Republic Newspaper. #progressivepreservation #architecture

Join us for a happy hour to celebrate the release of our new book:?Public by Design! We are proud to introduce our latest book, Public by Design! This is the first-ever comprehensive look at the two-year cycle of Exhibit Columbus events, charting the work that started in January 2022 and was completed in the winter of 2023. On March 20 at the Columbus Area Visitors Ctr, for $10 you can pick up your copy of?Public by Design, designed by 2022-23 Public by Design Communication Designer,?Signals, and edited by Landmark Columbus Foundation Creative Director, Jamie Evelyn Goldsborough. It has thoughtful essays, new artwork, and dozens of beautiful images from the incomparable Hadley Fruits. Jamie Goldsborough and Hadley Fruits will discuss this publication briefly and answer questions at this event. Stop by any time for drinks, light refreshments, and to purchase your copy of?Public by Design.

Check out our latest newsletter, Sunday Reads edition, here! Public by Design is a guide to reimagining public space through community-driven design. Serving as both an archival record and post-exhibition catalog of the fourth cycle of Exhibit Columbus, this book showcases how art, architecture, and collaboration can transform downtowns into vibrant, equitable, and joyful places.

Check out our latest newsletter here! On February 22, all 13 Exhibit Columbus participant teams presented their installation design concepts to the community for the first time. View all design concepts here → exhibitcolumbus.org

The 2025 Yes And Design Presentations were back and better than ever! This past Saturday, February 22, at the Columbus City Hall and in partnership with Black History Month Columbus, all 13 Exhibit Columbus participant teams visited Columbus to present their installation design concept. After each presentation, the Exhibit Columbus curators and Columbus community were able to provide feedback. All 13 installations will be built and on display for the 2025 Yes And Exhibition, opening August 16. To view and learn more about every installation design concept, visit our website, exhibitcolumbus.org! Check out more photos from the Design Presentations on our Facebook! Thank you to all of the 2024-25 participants for sharing their bold and creative designs—and be sure to follow them as they begin working on their installations! See you all in August!

The 2025 Yes And Design Presentations kicked off with the first ever Exhibit Columbus Variety Show in partnership with Black History Month Columbus! Last Friday, February 21, at The Commons, over 200 attendees enjoyed two acts full of singing, dancing, and laughing. Act I began with a beautiful singing performance by Shanon Louyindolo, accompanied by Allie Jean Burbrink (Allie Jean) followed by: A poetry reading by Indianapolis poet januarie York; A singing and clogging performance by Columbus-native Allie Jean Burbrink (Allie Jean); A comedy set by Indianapolis comedian Daryl Hollonquest Jr;? A sword-wielding belly dance performance by Liah Mazz and her students Itzel Ortiz, Monica Stuck, and Amy Kriz; A comedy set by Josh Hogan; and? A jazz performance by Indianapolis jazz group, Premium Blend. Act II was headlined by legendary New York City turntable duo, Da Odd Couple, comprised of Mista SINISTA and DJ Rob Swift. Da Odd Couple scratched the night away to end a fantastic event! Throughout the event, magician Adam Schill showed off his skills between acts; hosts Jerone Wood and John Smith entertained the audience with their charm; and DJ MetroGnome kept the tunes coming. Thank you to all who were involved in producing such a thoughtful and exciting event, including Whittney Wood-Gaines, all of the performers, and our wonderful vendors! Check out more photos on our Facebook!

We are proud to introduce our latest book: Public by Design! This is the first-ever comprehensive look at the two-year cycle of events, charting the work that started in January of 2022 and was complete in the winter of 2023. Take an exclusive sneak peek inside, designed by 2022-23 Public by Design Communication Designer, Signals, and edited by Landmark Columbus Foundation Director of Communications, Jamie Evelyn Goldsborough. It has thoughtful essays, new artwork, and dozens of beautiful images from the incomparable Hadley Fruits. You can pick up a copy this Saturday at the 2025 Exhibit Columbus Design Presentations, and it is NOW AVAILABLE on our online shop. We’ll gladly ship a copy to your home, office, or wherever you’d like it. Check out this link to purchase the Public by Design book: https://lnkd.in/gGeKzVfW

The 2025 Yes And Variety Show is THIS FRIDAY, 7—10 pm at The Commons! Act I will feature many amazing performances from local and regional talent. Act II will be headlined by Da Odd Couple with a 1.5 hour long turntable set. Hailing from New York City, the duo brings together Rob Swift and Mista SINISTA, recognized internationally for their innovative artistry and dynamic live sets. Check out this link to learn more about the 2025 Yes And Variety Show, Da Odd Couple, and the 2025 Yes And Design Presentations on Saturday: https://lnkd.in/gJbZhVKU You won’t want to miss this! ????

The 2025 Yes And Design Presentations are only days away! As we look forward to this Friday and Saturday, we also wanted to take a look back at the past Design Presentations. * 2017 Inaugural Exhibit Columbus Design Presentations at City Hall * 2019 Good Design and the Community Design Presentations at the Commons * 2021 New Middles Design Presentations on Zoom (not pictured) * 2023 Public by Design Design Presentations at the Commons This year, the 2025 Yes And Design Presentations will be at the Columbus City Hall from 8:30 am – 4:30 pm. All Exhibit Columbus participants will reveal their installation design concept and invite community feedback. Check out this link to learn more, view the schedule, and register to attend—including a Variety Show on Friday, February 21, at The Commons, 7 – 10 pm: https://lnkd.in/gx8gtNy9 We can’t wait to see you Saturday!

The 2025 Yes And Design Presentations are one week away! On Saturday, February 22, at the Columbus City Hall, all Exhibit Columbus participants will reveal their installation design concept for the 2025 Exhibition. Session Four, 2:45 – 4:30 pm, will feature the following presentations: * Sarah Aziz, UDRFellow The University of New Mexico * STEM, Design Education Team, and Ralph Spencer Steenblik, RA IU Eskenazi School of Art, Architecture + Design * Adaptive Operations, Miller Prize * Closing remarks from Landmark Columbus Foundation Check out this link to register to attend and to view the full schedule, including a Variety Show on Friday, February 21, at The Commons, 7 – 10 pm: https://lnkd.in/gx8gtNy9 We hope to see you there!