KELTON HOUSE MUSEUM AND GARDEN

COLUMBUS, OH

Kelton House Museum and Garden is a historic house museum located in the heart of Columbus, Ohio. Built in 1852, this magnificent mansion is a fine example of Greek Revival architecture and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum is named after Fernando Cortez and Sophia Stone Kelton, who were prominent abolitionists and members of the Underground Railroad.

The museum offers visitors an opportunity to step back in time and experience life in the mid-19th century. The house is decorated with period furnishings and artifacts that give a glimpse into the lives of the Kelton family and their contemporaries. Visitors can explore the various rooms of the house, including the parlor, dining room, and bedrooms.

The garden surrounding the Kelton House is a beautiful oasis in the heart of the city. It features a variety of plantings, including herbs, vegetables, and flowers that would have been common in mid-19th century gardens. The garden also includes a Victorian gazebo and a brick carriage house that now serves as an event space.

In addition to offering tours of the house and garden, the museum hosts a variety of educational programs and events throughout the year. These include lectures, workshops, and special exhibits that explore the history of Columbus and the role of the Kelton family in the abolitionist movement.

KELTON HOUSE MUSEUM AND GARDEN is a Uncategorized or General Museum in COLUMBUS OH. US MID #8403900127

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Midwest (Iowa, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Wisconsin).

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• telephone: 6144642022

KELTON HOUSE MUSEUM AND GARDEN
586 EAST TOWN STREET
COLUMBUS
OH
43215

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