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A Group Research Project / City Planning History / The Ohio State University / Spring 2010
The Old Ohio Penitentiary, also known as the Ohio State Penitentiary or less formally referred to as the Ohio Pen or State Pen, was a prison operated from 1834 to 1983 in downtown Columbus, Ohio. The Ohio Penitentiary covered 22 acres of land on West Spring Street between West Street and Neil Avenue before it was demolished. During its lifetime, several historical events took place including the worst prison fire ever in U.S history, two large riots, a tornado, and some interesting escapes. The Ohio Pen was sold in 1995 and demolished in 1998 to make room for Nationwide Arena in the present-day Arena District. Today, the site of Ohio Pen is used for arena parking lots, condos, businesses, work-out facility, movie theater, restaurants, bars, and a park. Our research comes from a variety of sources, including internet databases, several books, personal interview, and personal experience from the site.
Urban Living Opportunities
ReplyDeleteThe Arena District is now also one of the hottest urban living areas. The Buggy Works, Burnham Square Condos, the North Bank Park Condos, and Arena Crossing Apartments are some of the prime properties available in the Arena District. New condo units are currently being developed including the new Firestone Alley which will be just west of the Nationwide Arena. These high-end condos are priced from $160s to well over $800,000 and the best part is everything is within easy walking distance.
This new urban neighborhood is not only close to the arena and surrounding quality night-life features, but also nearby is the North Market, the riverfront, brick paved boulevards with tree-lined streets and open green spaces.
Arena District Athletic Club
The Arena District Athletic Club ties a unique urban setting and the prestige of a luxury club all into one package. Located directly across from the Arena, the Club offers premium equipment and services in one fitness center.
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