I have now taken two sessions of hand-building ceramics classes at the Peggy McConnell Arts Center…read moreand have enjoyed the experience thus far. The studio space itself is well-maintained, organized, and conducive to a productive and focused creative process. They offer all the tools you need to create and additional clay can be purchased throughout the session if needed. The selection of glazes that they offer to finish your projects are beautiful. Additionally, the Peggy McConnell Arts Center frequently hosts events and exhibitions that provide opportunities for students to showcase their work and connect with the local art community.

This is a nice neighborhood venue for the performing and visual arts. I have only been here for art…read moreexhibitions, but we were gifted with tickets to see The Bobby Floyd Trio. The theatre is intimate and there is no bad seat in the house. The chairs were comfortable too. Columbus is so lucky to have such great talent like Derek DiCenzo, Reggie Jackson and Robert Floyd. The Bobby Floyd Trio's show "All That Jazz" began with a documentary about this incredible photo taken for Esquire in 1958 Harlem that gathered together so many great jazz musicians. Bobby, Derek & Reggie rocked the stage with Dizzy, Sonny, Basie, Thelonious. The ticket prices are quite reasonable too.

I love Franklinton Fridays. I have been going for years. I love the art. I love the people. It's…read morelike a mini Columbus Arts Festival every month. I'm concerned with the sudden spike in rent for tenants. Starting an art career is difficult, and I fear the spike in prices will merely gentrify the area and force the artists out. That being said, I am also frustrated by the group that hangs out at the corner of W. Rich and Lucas St during a number of events. I have run into them multiple times, worked with them, and they are always very aggressive. They try to get people to donate for their calendars. When I go to Franklinton Fridays, I want to invest in local art. I don't want to be guilted for not volunteering enough or not donating to their specific cause. Please address this.

Went to the "rage room" here and had a fantastic time. We got all set up with safety gear, a tub of…read morebreakables, music, and then went at it. It was so fun and so stress relieving! Highly recommend!!!

I came here to a Meetup.com event a month or so go. I was impress with the eye for design and use…read moreof space that has been built up here, in the building on West Lane, Upper Arlington next to the The Shops. It is a Y -dimensional dominated space, it goes up like a turret in a castle. But the its efficiency and design makes it uber useful and comfortable. Cohatch has over ten thousand feet of personal office space, conference rooms, a game room, and a coffee bar. Dominated by a visual appealing open stair spiral the place presents with tables, work areas, and geometric forms that suggests inspiration and creativity. They must spend a majority of their cost on cleaning because the place sparkles with stainlessness and polish. These immaculate halls are adorn with tasteful earth tones enhanced by daps of primary brights, variously matching light fixtures, and framed metal flanking borders, mirrors, and panels. The overlook room, where my meeting happened, is a large space wi5h all the essential needs. Nice booths in the corner gives the conference room a cafe feel, and the multi-armed chandeliers add a smack of class and artistry. The windows look down UA adding--believe it or not-- a kinda urban, cosmopolitan feel. It was a nice place for a meet up.

We've been to several exhibitions there over the years which have all been great - with the actual…read moregalleries long since priced out of the short north and even Franklinton getting pricey, this is one of the few left that is available to work with artists, collectives, etc. for shows. The murals on the outside are great, too. I'm sure they will be glad when the construction across the street is done, but in the meantime parking can be a bit confusing due to lack of signage about where it's legal. But keep supporting them in the meantime - we need more spaces like this!

Very cool gallery that I wish had a little more popularity…read more It's a small space but you still see a good number of paintings and sculptures. I came a little past 1 on a Saturday for an exhibition and it was only us and a volunteer and an intern. They said that they typically don't get many people here unless they have a huge event in which the artist brings their friends to the reception. Still, I wish more people knew about it. They do events here once a month and have an annual festival in early September! Be sure to follow their Instagram and Facebook for more updates! It's volunteer-run, so if you're interested in helping them out they welcome it! They had a few appetizers out, coffee, and juice. The juice was very refreshing! There are a few murals around it and on the building itself. There's a parking lot to the right of it that I think is theirs or you can do street parking on Starr Ave. I'm coming back again next month!

I had the opportunity to attend an awards banquet at Villa Milano and I had not been there for over…read more20 years! However, this venue is still as classy as ever! It has very spacious parking, a coat closet with beautiful water display upon entry! The staff are highly professional and attentive! Lastly, always, always, always order the house made lasagna! I highly recommend using this venue for your next social or professional event!

I attended a banquet here on June 16, 2025, for the State Softball Coaches' Association, honoring…read morestate-ranked players and their families. At $40 per ticket, I expected a decent experience. Unfortunately, the food quality was extremely disappointing and well below even basic banquet standards. We were greeted with room-temperature water (no ice) and bowls of wilted lettuce that had clearly been sitting out for too long. The main course included a plain, boiled chicken breast--completely unseasoned and stark white in appearance. The green beans tasted like they came straight from a can and were also unseasoned--no butter, garlic, or anything to improve their flavor. The only redeeming item was the lasagna, which was actually quite good and the only part of the meal I finished. I work in the restaurant industry, and I'm not someone who complains easily. But this meal was unacceptable. For an event honoring student-athletes and their families, more care and attention to quality should have been given. I wasn't expecting gourmet dining, but serving 700 guests such poorly prepared food sends a message: if they don't put in the effort for a high-profile banquet like this, I would seriously reconsider trusting them with a once-in-a-lifetime event like a wedding.

Tour provided Very little information, however people on…read morethe tour were awesome to help with answers. More space is needed as refrigerated areas for storage are full as well as dry storage. Membership is average price however hourly is costly.

An incredible resource for Central Ohio! 1400 Food Lab creates a space for entrepreneurs to test…read moreand realize their dreams of starting a food business. The staff are professional and friendly and bend over backwards to support their clients. The recently renovated event space is versatile and great for corporate retreats/meetings, holiday parties and even wedding receptions!

We loved loved loved this venue! OMG! It is so beautiful and offers so much flexibility…read more The interior provides that rustic feel and needs little decoration because it is so nice on its own. We learned that you can pick your own caterer and provide your own booze which can go along way in both cost and allowing you to truly customize your special event. This was one of the top contenders for our wedding day. What ended up keeping us from booking is that we wanted to have a November wedding and this venue is perfect for outdoor weddings so it just was too much of a gamble with the crazy Ohio weather. If you're venue shopping, I highly recommend this place. It was just so nice and if you're an Upper Arlington resident, you can get even more of a discount. Check it out!

I photographed a wedding here over the weekend. What a hidden gem set back in one of the Columbus…read moreParks and Rec locations in Upper Arlington. The staff was excellent -- always checking in to see if we needed anything. According to Charlotte, one of the venue coordinators, they can seat about 150 max. The wedding I attended had a little under 100 guests, with plenty of room to move about with the dance floor set up in the front of the venue. For the ceremony: There is a beautiful outdoor terrace overlooking a pond w/ a fountain. Plenty of seating with a small aisle for the bridal party to walk down. For the reception: There is plenty of room! Tons of natural lighting. A concession stand type window bar area and an alcove to set up the food and cake tables. I was very impressed with this venue. It was clean, modern, easy to access, great staffing, with tons of natural beauty to it. I will definitely be suggesting this location to future photography clients. Well done, Amelita Mirolo.

One of the premier event spaces near downtown Columbus. It is nestled in the Italian village area…read morejust to the east of the Short North entertainment district and close by to the State Library of Ohio. Capable of hosting, larger groups, I have attended several times the Columbus Metropolitan Club lunch meetings. The acoustics in the main hall are great, and it was easy to see and hear everything on the program. Large windows allow natural light to enter the space, and this is supplemented by other facility lighting. A great choice for event planners. I would point out that the on-site parking is smaller in capacity, and while street parking is available, this is something that needs to be thought out and clearly communicated to event attendees.

Beautiful venue for a wedding. Beautiful, rustic, and elegant ambiance for an intimate wedding. The…read morecourtyard was a pleasant and comfortable place to gather for cocktails. The food was delicious. We were delighted to learn they are able to accommodate for many food allergies. The only inconvenience is that parking is available about 2 blocks away or on the street. We had someone drop us off and pick us up which worked well. When we left we noticed a security/police vehicle parked nearby so it felt like a safe venue especially if you had to walk the 2 blocks to the parking garages. It is located in the Italian Village district near OSU. We would recommend this venue for your special event. Thank you for a wonderfully delightful and safe evening experience.