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The 1881 Irwin Bank Building was later the office of J. Irwin Miller, who brought many modern architects to Columbus, IN.
The 1881 Irwin Bank Building was later the office of J. Irwin Miller, who brought many modern architects to Columbus, IN.
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The city's interest in architecture has resulted in the preservation of many older commercial buildings such as this one across from the old City Hall, Columbus, IN.
The city's interest in architecture has resulted in the preservation of many older commercial buildings such as this one across from the old City Hall, Columbus, IN.
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Another National Historic Landmark, the former Irwin Union Bank, was designed by Eero Saarinen.
Another National Historic Landmark, the former Irwin Union Bank, was designed by Eero Saarinen.
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The world headquarters of engine maker Cummins Inc., located downtown, reflects the company's commitment to interesting architecture.
The world headquarters of engine maker Cummins Inc., located downtown, reflects the company's commitment to interesting architecture.
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The city library, designed by famed architect I.M. Pei, was built in 1969.
The city library, designed by famed architect I.M. Pei, was built in 1969.
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A set of the city's colorful bike racks can be seen outside the Visitors Center.
A set of the city's colorful bike racks can be seen outside the Visitors Center.
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The Commons is a gathering place, food court and indoor playground in downtown Columbus, IN.
The Commons is a gathering place, food court and indoor playground in downtown Columbus, IN.
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The kinetic sculpture "Chaos" by artist Jean Tinguely is inside the Commons.
The kinetic sculpture "Chaos" by artist Jean Tinguely is inside the Commons.
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The Prall House, built in 1891, is a fine example of more traditional, Queen Anne style architecture.
The Prall House, built in 1891, is a fine example of more traditional, Queen Anne style architecture.
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The Bartholomew County Courthouse, built in 1874, is a traditional anchor among more modern architectural masterpieces.
The Bartholomew County Courthouse, built in 1874, is a traditional anchor among more modern architectural masterpieces.
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Zaharakos, a magnificent old-fashioned ice cream parlor, has been serving treats since 1900.
Zaharakos, a magnificent old-fashioned ice cream parlor, has been serving treats since 1900.
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Even the county jail, designed by architect Don M. Hisaka, reflects the town's interest in interesting architecture.
Even the county jail, designed by architect Don M. Hisaka, reflects the town's interest in interesting architecture.
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The old Bartholomew County Counthouse, built in 1874, is an architectural wonder in its own right.
The old Bartholomew County Counthouse, built in 1874, is an architectural wonder in its own right.
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Winged "Eos" by Dessa Kirk greets visitors entering downtown via Fifth Street in Columbus, IN.
Winged "Eos" by Dessa Kirk greets visitors entering downtown via Fifth Street in Columbus, IN.
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This fanciful door welcomes children to Kidscommons, a children's museum.
This fanciful door welcomes children to Kidscommons, a children's museum.
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The North Christian Church, another building designed by Eero Saarinen, is another National Historic Landmark.
The North Christian Church, another building designed by Eero Saarinen, is another National Historic Landmark.
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The North Christian Church, another building designed by Eero Saarinen, is another National Historic Landmark.
The North Christian Church, another building designed by Eero Saarinen, is another National Historic Landmark.
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The old Pump House on the East Fork of the White River is now a brewpub serving local Upland Brewing Co. beer.
The old Pump House on the East Fork of the White River is now a brewpub serving local Upland Brewing Co. beer.
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The towering blocks of the Bartholomew County Memorial For Veterans was constructed outside the courthouse in 1997.
The towering blocks of the Bartholomew County Memorial For Veterans was constructed outside the courthouse in 1997.
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The graceful Robert N. Stewart Bridge crosses the East Fork of the White River near Columbus, IN.
The graceful Robert N. Stewart Bridge crosses the East Fork of the White River near Columbus, IN.
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The Eliel Saarinen-designed First Christian Church is seen framed by Henry Moore's "Large Arch."
The Eliel Saarinen-designed First Christian Church is seen framed by Henry Moore's "Large Arch."
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