The Big Explore: Why 6 of the most popular attractions in Ohio will be FREE on Saturday

A model of a Yutyrannus on display in the dinosaur gallery at COSI Columbus [JOSHUA A. BICKEL/DISPATCH]

Credit: Joshua A. Bickel

Credit: Joshua A. Bickel

A model of a Yutyrannus on display in the dinosaur gallery at COSI Columbus [JOSHUA A. BICKEL/DISPATCH]
What to Do
By Sarah Franks
Dec 28, 2018
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Saturday will be a day like no other for adventurous people in Ohio.

To celebrate 75 years, The Columbus Foundation has organized a day it's calling "The Big Explore." This Saturday, Dec. 29, there will be free general admission to six of Columbus' most popular museums and attractions.

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Columbus Museum of Art, COSI, Franklin Park Conservatory, National Veterans Memorial and Museum, Ohio History Connection and Wexner Center for the Arts will have free general admission. In addition, COTA rides will also be free on Dec. 29 to transport visitors to and from exhibits.

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To top it off, Jeni's Ice Cream shops in Columbus will be offering 75-cent ice cream scoops. Visit Jeni's website to find your nearest Columbus location.

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WANT TO GO?

WHAT: The Big Explore

WHEN: Saturday, Dec. 29

WHERE: Columbus (see website for various locations)

INFO: Website

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