Museums in Columbus

Columbus Museum of Art
Modern and contemporary art collection featuring American and European works, plus special exhibitions and interactive galleries for children. Houses significant early modernist and folk art collections.

COSI (Center of Science and Industry)
Hands-on science museum with interactive exhibits covering space, energy, the ocean, and human body. Features planetarium, giant screen theater, and dinosaur gallery.

Wagner-Hagans Auto Museum
Private collection of rare and vintage automobiles, auto memorabilia, and signage from the early 20th century. Showcases automotive history through restored classics.

Ohio History Center
State's premier history museum exploring Ohio from ancient times through present. Features extensive Native American artifacts and Civil War collections.

Motorcycle Hall of Fame Museum
Chronicles motorcycling history through bikes, memorabilia, and interactive exhibits. Honors notable riders and industry pioneers in American motorcycling.

Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum
World's largest collection of cartoon art, comic strips, and graphic novels. Houses original works from political cartoonists and comic artists.

Pizzuti Collection
Contemporary art museum featuring rotating exhibitions of paintings, sculptures and photographs from the Pizzuti family's private collection.

National Veterans Memorial and Museum
Dedicated to sharing veterans' stories across all military branches and conflicts. Features interactive exhibits, memorial grove, and personal narratives.