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Skyscrapers rising from flat fertile fields recall the cover of a sixth-grade civics textbook. But this classic American city surprises with its modern attitudes, and the city has been rated as one of the village places in the country for gays and lesbians to live. Diversity has a long history in Columbus, composed as it is, of many ethnic neighborhoods.

The city is also home to Ohio State University. With 60, students, this small city within the larger one has helped encourage a certain tolerant live-and-let-live ambience here, and in surrounding areas. Small wonder Columbus has gay third highest per-capita population of gays and lesbians in the United States.

A cab from the bar to downtown is the easiest way into town but there are also shuttles, buses and limo services. Getting around. A ticket vending machine is open 24 hours a day at their central office at 33 North High St, taking cash or credit cards. Find schedule information at the COTA website. German Village. The oldest gay neighborhood has narrow brick paved streets shaded by vast spreading elms and lined by graceful houses that are more than a century old.

Its architectural treasures were threatened by the wrecking ball in the s, but were saved with the help of outraged locals. It still has a sizable gay population, and lots of gay-friendly cafes and bars. Short North. In recent years, gays have spread out across the city, and with many settling in the Short North neighborhood.

Old traditions, such as the farmers market, mix with the more recent art galleries and boutique shops. A good time to visit is the first Saturday of the month, when 40 galleries spotlight new and established artists. The Arena District has developed into a german nightlife area downtown, home to bars, clubs, restaurants, cinemas, the Express Live!

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For alternative coverage check Columbus Alive! CAPAthe Columbus Association for the Performing Artsoperates a number of theaters around town, presenting a variety of stage entertainments. See the link for details. Stonewall Columbus is the LGBT community center, with services, films, theater, social activities and advocacy programs.

See our listings tab for map locations and website links to gay Columbus area businesses. The Neil Avenue Neil has closed, and is looking for new owners. Gay-friendly, they're happy to help you get around with tips on local festivals, art exhibits, concerts and sports events.