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The first casino contained the [[Olentangy Park Theater|theater]]. It was the main part of the building despite being called the theater. | The first casino contained the [[Olentangy Park Theater|theater]]. It was the main part of the building despite being called the theater. | ||
A "big shelter house...supplied with tables and seats to accommodate large groups of picnickers" was described in ''The Columbus Dispatch'' in 1923. It is unknown if this is one of the casinos or a newer structure built for that season.<ref>Cherrington, H. E. "Outdoor Amusements." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' May 6, 1923. Page 79.</ref> | |||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
Latest revision as of 19:50, 1 March 2026
Casino
| Other Name(s) | Second Casino |
|---|---|
| Type | Activity Space |
| Park Section | The Grove |
| Built | 1922 |
| Opened | 1922 |
| Closed | Unknown |
A second Casino opened in 1922[1] at Olentangy Park and was located in The Grove across from the Open-Air Theater.[2][3][4] Hot and cold refreshments of all kinds were served at a nominal price.[1]
The first casino contained the theater. It was the main part of the building despite being called the theater.
A "big shelter house...supplied with tables and seats to accommodate large groups of picnickers" was described in The Columbus Dispatch in 1923. It is unknown if this is one of the casinos or a newer structure built for that season.[5]
See Also
References
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 "Olentangy Park." The News Gazette (Reynoldsburg, Ohio). Vol. 15. Issue 27.6. Page 2. July 1922. Accessed through the Internet Archive.
- ↑ "Big Improvement at Park." The Columbus Dispatch. April 2, 1922. Page 8.
- ↑ "Park Opens Today." The Columbus Sunday Dispatch. April 16, 1922.
- ↑ "New Restaurant Open." Columbus Evening Dispatch. June 4, 1922.
- ↑ Cherrington, H. E. "Outdoor Amusements." The Columbus Dispatch. May 6, 1923. Page 79.