Two of the 13 “Greatest Places in America” are in Central Ohio

Throughout Central Ohio, efforts to uplift communities have been ongoing for decades. Now, some of these efforts are garnering attention on the national stage.

According to a report from Columbus Business First, The Short North Arts District and Delaware’s historic downtown were named among 13 “Great Places in America” by the American Planning Association, a national organization of urban planners.

The APA’s picks highlight locales representing “the gold standard for a true sense of place, cultural and historical interest, community involvement, and a vision for the future.”

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In its rundown of the Short North Arts District, the APA points to the neighborhood’s status as “a pioneer in urban revitalization in Central Ohio,” and goes on to call the neighborhood the “art and soul” of the City of Columbus.

As for downtown Delaware, the APA It highlighted efforts by civic and business leaders in transforming the derelict city center into a thriving neighborhood full of attractive amenities for locals and visitors to enjoy.

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