Cummins New Employee Orientation Tour Preview

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Bartholomew County Library

Open 8:30-9:00 Monday-Thursday, 8:30-6:00 on Saturday, and 8:30-4:00 on Sundays"Providing resources for lifelong learning and enjoyment." The public library is home to many great resources and hours of fun and relaxation.

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Irwin Home and Gardens

Irwin Inn and Gardens, a famous and historic site originally built in 1864 and remodeled in 1910, has changed little in the past 100 years, preserving a slice of the past. On Sundays and Tuesdays, there is a 60-minute tour of the house and gardens for just $15 per person, a great way to spend some time learning about the history of Columbus, while having a good time, as well as getting a good look into the lives of the family that sparked the architectural craze that Columbus, Indiana is famous for.

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St. Peter's Lutheran Church

Designed by Gunner Birkerts it was constructed in 1988 and has been a wonderful addition to the Columbus architecture.

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First Christian Church

First Christian Church was originally designed by Eero Saarinen, and constructed in 1942. This monumental building, with the tall clock tower, is a major addition to the Columbus architecture.

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Friendship Way

Completed in 1998, it was designed by William A. Johnson Associates of Seattle, Washington. This Alley, between Jackson and Washinton St. The bricks used in this walkway represent the friendship from Mayor Michio Tsukamoto and the people of Miyoshi, Japan.

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Columbus Post Office

The Post Office.OpenMonday - Friday (8-7)Saturday (9-1)

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Zaharakos Ice Cream Parlor

This elegantly-restored 1900-style ice cream parlor and museum was named “The Number One Thing Every Hoosier Must Do” by Indianapolis Monthly magazine. One writer said it is “…a confection of mirrors, marble, Tiffany glass, carved woodwork, and polished soda-fountain plumbing.” The one-of-a kind Victorian ice cream parlor and museum is a treat for kids of all ages, from the music coming from the 1908 Welte Orchestrion to the homemade sodas and ice cream. Try a local favorite, the Green River, made the old-fashioned way. The gift shop features handmade toys, trains, and ice cream items. Plus, the Commons playground and kidscommons are right next door!Ginger Crichton of Midwest Living wrote, “The whirl of activity was mesmerizing as we walked into Zaharakos. We heard the thunk-thunk-thunk of old metal ice cream cases opening and closing. Servers dashed by carrying trays loaded with ice cream in old-fashioned clear glasses. In the back room, an organ piped out tunes. Today at Zaharakos, the food is fine—we sampled a gooey-good grilled cheese sandwich, a bowl of chili and four (!) kinds of ice cream—but nostalgia is the star. We lingered long after our last taste of raspberry chocolate chip, plunking quarters in a 1914 Banjo-Orchestra Replica, peeking into ornate Victorian-Era rooms and marveling at elaborately decorated soda fountains.”

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Commons

The Commons is a community center and resource. From event venues to Jean Tinguely's Kinetic sculpture, Chaos I, The Commons is home to several dining options and a place for children and their families to hang out and have fun.Building HoursMon-Thurs. (7-9)Fri-Sat. (7-10)Sun. (10-8)https://thecommonscolumbus.com/

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Kids Commons

Children's museum, filled with many exciting exhibits, the Kids Commons is a great time to have fun with your children and a day of adventure. Closed most Mondays, the Kids Commons is open 10:00 to 5:00 on Tuesday - Saturday and 1:00 to 5:00 on Sunday.https://www.kidscommons.org/

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Bartholomew County Courthouse

Designed by Isaac Hodgson, the courthouse was build in the late 1800s (1871-74).

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Veteran's Memorial

These limestone pillars were built to commemorate those who have served.

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Columbus Mayor's Office And Police Department

The building of both the Mayoral Offices and the Columbus City Police Department.

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AT&T Switching Center

Originally a brick building, the old and new building were encased in a reflective glass skin and the Yello, Orage, Red, And Blue, Pipes on the side are an Icon to the City of Columbus. Designed by architect Paul Kennon, the building was an award-winning archetectural piece, although has been through major renovations since.

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Mill Race Center

A community center for active adults the Mill Race Center was designed to emphasize that older adults are a growing resource that should be actively engaged in the community,

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Mill Race Park

A large park with walkways and trails, as well as playgrounds for children. A great place for the whole family for fun relaxation and a day in the sun!

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Columbus Visitor's Center

General visiting hours: Mon-Fri (9:00-5:00) Sun (12:00-5:00)This historic building, originally owned by John Storey in 1864, is now home to the Columbus Visitor's Center. The Visitor's Center is home to a gift shop, various works of art, including a large yellow glass chandelier created by Dale Chihuly. Starting point of many tours, and showing place of free informational videos on Columbus, this makes a great stop on everyone's list.