The Gates of Hell in north Columbus is one of those eerie local spots that sticks with you. It's an…read moreold, graffiti-covered tunnel that feels straight out of an urban legend--dark, damp, and definitely creepy once you step inside. The echo of footsteps, the dripping water, and the way the light disappears the deeper you go all add to the unsettling vibe. It's not an official attraction, more of a hidden curiosity, but if you're into spooky local history and a little adventure, it's worth checking out. Just be prepared--it definitely earns its name. I was there alone and I got a sketchy vibe from it. Nothing happened, of course, but you always want to be aware of your surroundings. Maybe pick up a rock incase someone there has ill intent.

This is smack dab in the middle of unhoused encampment. Because this is sort of a see at your own…read morerisk it is unkempt. I'm not sure if the storm over the weekend made it worse but we could figure out how to get around the water or if there was a less dangerous way of seeing it.

I've driven past this multiple times going into historic Dublin, but only finally remembered I…read moreshould stop to find out more about this piece of art! It's a good-sized structure that memorializes George M Karrer's blacksmith shop, which historically sat in this space back in the 1800s. It was designed by Brower Hatcher, and has several elements intended to reflect this history, which can be seen as you study the structure. I found it particularly thought provoking when I read that the name, simulation, is emulated by the use of the green and gold framing, with the idea that it is a computer simulation of the workshop. What a neat way to capture a piece of history!

This sculpture is located near the creek in Coffman Park. It is made of flowing metal pieces that…read moreswirl around one another and end with glass pieces heading skywards. It was designed by Brian Russell. The flow of the piece fits in nicely with the natural backdrop, and it is neat to look at it from different angles.

Stumbled upon this place with a friend and was instantly intrigued. We were able to pull over and…read moreget a closer look at the sculptures. Each ear of corn looked unique and they were about 6ft tall. I really enjoyed this small side quest to learn about something new and see a piece of Ohio history up close

This art installation is a great concept. I love what it represents. What don't I love? The lack of…read morecolor. I wish the ears of corn were actually painted. It's a free experience and cool to see, but kind of underwhelming once you get out there. The details on the corn is pretty awesome though.

This is a powerful memorial to 9/11. It features three metal pieces combined with a black stone…read moreplaque with a message inscribed upon it. It is in a garden bed on one side of the station, so, depending on the season, it may be surrounded by shrubs, flowers, or the like. The piece was designed by Eric Spence. It's thought-provoking.

Ogun is one of the pieces within the Elemental Gardens located at Reed Road Park. This eye-catching…read moresculpture is made of metal and was created by Steve Bush.The beautiful reds and oranges contribute to the feeling of fire evoked by the piece. It is named for god of metal work that is part of several African religions. Very nice piece that is easy to stop by and enjoy as you follow the multi-purpose trail around the park.

This is a fun piece - it was the cat balancing on the top that really caught our eyes and made us…read morewant to take a closer look. The contrast of the swooping pieces to the left and the I-beams on top and to the right is interesting, but it's really the cat who feels like the star... it just seems like such a cat thing to do to just walk along in the middle of some art! This is a solid steel piece designed by Gene Kangas. Apparently, the cat is based off of an actual cat named Dingle that Kangas knows. The sculpture is located near some of the trees outside of the Upper Arlington municipal buildings, and it fits nicely into the setting. It also makes it easy to stop by and take a look, as there is plentiful parking in the lot.

Let me paint you a picture here…read more.. You're driving down the road, the sun is shining perfectly in your face. You can't escape it. You know, like in that sweet spot where your visor doesn't cover the blindingness and you have to hold your hand up to see the road. Your music is blaring, traffic is stopping at the red light, and you finally get a break from the glaring sun thanks to the car shadow in front of you. You open your eyes fully, after several minutes of squinting, and see A GIANT FIELD OF GIANT CORN!! Ok, ok, this isn't a picture at all. This is actually a true story. I know it's true because it happened to me yesterday! Of course, I had to take a few minutes to jump out and explore this random field of art. I easily found the entrance to the space and pulled up alongside the field. I got out and started towards the Osage Orange trees lined up on the west side of the installation. I noticed several plaques and love learning about art so I read up on the history of this area of Dublin and the inspiration of the art in front of me. There was even a Dublin Arts Council QR code that I scanned and was able to listen in on the artist explaining it. Excellent touch! After soaking up a ton of information about corn and the history of the neighborhood, I snagged a few photos and enjoyed these giant corn cobs up close. They're rock solid, made out of cement, and much taller than me. They're also all different, much like their edible muse. Need a laugh? Need a break from life? Swing through this park and embrace the simple things.

Frantz Park is home to the famous - or infamous, depending on your point of view - field of corn…read moresculpture. The site used to be a corn farm before becoming a park. There is a small Osage Orange tree area with benches along one side, but the vast majority of the space is dedicated to the art installation consisting of 109 corn cobs. This is one of those quirky sights that you just need to see for yourself for fun! It's an easy stop on the way to do something else in the area.

The Daily Chores sculpture is one of the must-see public art pieces in Dublin, Ohio. This city has…read morea surprisingly large number of sculptures located all around town, and trying to hit them all was one of the highlights of my visit to Dublin. (If you visit dublinarts.org, you'll find a list of the public artworks and where they're located.) This sculpture is located in the historic district, right at the corner of Bridge and High Streets. You really can't miss it -- just look for the brick area on the corner. According to Dublin's art website, this piece was inspired by the town water pump that sat in the middle of the intersection in the early 1900s, which served as a source of water and a figurative "water cooler" where the townspeople would meet and catch up. The bronze and stone statues represent that time in Dublin's history.

Daily Chores is a neat sculpture designed by Michael Tizzano and made of bronze and stone. It was…read moredesigned to commemorate the old water pump that used to exist nearby, right in the middle of the road, where people would gather to get their water and chat. The Dublin Ohio webpage has some neat historic photos of this bit of inspiration, in addition to photos of the process of creation of the existing art piece, which is very interesting for those who enjoy history or art. The pump finally had to be retired when a motorist hit it - that new fangled invention, the car, was incompatible with the placement. Hopefully, the sculpture, with a location on the sidewalk/small plaza type area will be safer from such a fate!