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	=== Before Being Named ===		=== Before Being Named ===
	The land just north of North Street between the Olentangy River and High Street, four miles north of the state capitol building, was known as "The Villa." A mill called the Pioneer Mill was at the end of North Street on the river and was not ~~running~~ by 1891. A bathhouse was north of the mill along the river, and there were stairs leading up the bluff to the Olentangy Villa restaurant. It had bar rooms, a concert hall, and a kitchen surrounded by a porch. To the northeast, there was a storage building with open horse sheds on the north and south sides. An open wooden bridge went over the ravine. At the mouth of the ravine on the river existed a boathouse with an open porch on the west. In 1891, the second floor was used for carpentry. Near the south end of the plateau, there was a drive with two club rooms closer to High Street.<ref name="sanborn1891">''[https://www.loc.gov/item/sanborn06656_002/ Sanborn Fire Insurance Map from Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio.]'' Sanborn Map Company, 1891.</ref>		The land just north of North Street between the Olentangy River and High Street, four miles north of the state capitol building, was known as "The Villa." A mill called the Piatt Mill or Pioneer Mill was at the end of North Street. It was a flour mill built on the river by David Beers in 1811,<ref>Galbraith, J. H. "The David Beers Cabin." ''The Columbus Dispatch.'' April 12, 1924. Page 4.</ref> and it was not operating by 1891. A bathhouse was north of the mill along the river, and there were stairs leading up the bluff to the Olentangy Villa restaurant. It had bar rooms, a concert hall, and a kitchen surrounded by a porch. To the northeast, there was a storage building with open horse sheds on the north and south sides. An open wooden bridge went over the ravine. At the mouth of the ravine on the river existed a boathouse with an open porch on the west. In 1891, the second floor was used for carpentry. Near the south end of the plateau, there was a drive with two club rooms closer to High Street.<ref name="sanborn1891">''[https://www.loc.gov/item/sanborn06656_002/ Sanborn Fire Insurance Map from Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio.]'' Sanborn Map Company, 1891.</ref>

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	Opening on June 12, 1896,<ref>"Olentangy Park." ''Illustrated Guide to Columbus 1899.'' Page 26.</ref> was the first season the park operated after being named Olentangy Park.<ref name="opened">"Olentangy Park Opened." ''Columbus Evening Dispatch.'' June 13, 1896. Page 5.</ref><ref>Hooper, Osman Castle. ''[https://columbusrailroads.com/new/pdf/clbs%20history%201920%20traction.pdf History of the City of Columbus Ohio From the Founding of Franklinton in 1797, Through the World War Period, to the Year 1920].'' Published by The Memorial Publishing Company. Accessed through ColumbusRailroads.com.</ref><ref name="historian">{{Cite news \|lastname = Barrett\|firstname = Richard E\|articletitle = Olentangy Park: Four Decades of Fun\|pub = Columbus and Central Ohio Historian No. 1\|date = April 1984\|page = 5-8}}</ref> There was one fare to the park on the city streetcar system at the cost of 25 for {{Tooltip \|text = $1\|tooltip = $38 in 2025 dollars}}, and admission cost {{Tooltip \|text = 5 cents\|tooltip = $1.90 in 2025 dollars}} for walkers and cyclists. Cyclists could check their bikes in a shed located near the entrance.<ref name="opened" /> The streetcar that took riders to the park was called "The Electra"<ref name="dance">{{Cite news \|lastname = \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 27, 1896\|page = 10}}</ref><ref name="makio">{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = 1896 Makio Yearbook\|date = Jan. 1, 1896\|page = 346}}</ref> into the park via a single track across from the North High Carhouse.<ref name="carhouse">"North High Street Carhouse." ''[https://www.columbusrailroads.com/ Columbus Railroads].'' Accessed on May 23, 2025.</ref> The carhouse had castle-like features, a style that continued through to the famous Gothic gateway entrance, which welcomed visitors at the southeast of the park property.<ref name="historian" /> Those who chose to walk and bike were also accommodated, including an area to check in and secure their bikes. The park had 31<ref name="renamed">{{Cite news \|articletitle = The Villa Renamed at Last\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 2, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref> to 50 acres of woodland and open areas. A power plant was built prior to opening to supply electric power exclusively for the park grounds. At least 20 arc lamps<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 16, 1896\|page = 6}}</ref> were placed in sections of the park, and the grounds and entrance were lit with incandescent lighting. Security was provided by at least two officers in the park patrolling at all times.<ref name="opened" /> Rides to the park were in such high demand that the Columbus Street Railway Company increased the number of North High Street cars, providing a car every three minutes during the season instead of every 10 minutes.		Opening on June 12, 1896,<ref>"Olentangy Park." ''Illustrated Guide to Columbus 1899.'' Page 26.</ref> was the first season the park operated after being named Olentangy Park.<ref name="opened">"Olentangy Park Opened." ''Columbus Evening Dispatch.'' June 13, 1896. Page 5.</ref><ref>Hooper, Osman Castle. ''[https://columbusrailroads.com/new/pdf/clbs%20history%201920%20traction.pdf History of the City of Columbus Ohio From the Founding of Franklinton in 1797, Through the World War Period, to the Year 1920].'' Page 233. Published by The Memorial Publishing Company. Accessed through ColumbusRailroads.com.</ref><ref name="historian">{{Cite news \|lastname = Barrett\|firstname = Richard E\|articletitle = Olentangy Park: Four Decades of Fun\|pub = Columbus and Central Ohio Historian No. 1\|date = April 1984\|page = 5-8}}</ref> There was one fare to the park on the city streetcar system at the cost of 25 for {{Tooltip \|text = $1\|tooltip = $38 in 2025 dollars}}, and admission cost {{Tooltip \|text = 5 cents\|tooltip = $1.90 in 2025 dollars}} for walkers and cyclists. Cyclists could check their bikes in a shed located near the entrance.<ref name="opened" /> The streetcar that took riders to the park was called "The Electra"<ref name="dance">{{Cite news \|lastname = \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 27, 1896\|page = 10}}</ref><ref name="makio">{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = 1896 Makio Yearbook\|date = Jan. 1, 1896\|page = 346}}</ref> into the park via a single track across from the North High Carhouse.<ref name="carhouse">"North High Street Carhouse." ''[https://www.columbusrailroads.com/ Columbus Railroads].'' Accessed on May 23, 2025.</ref> The carhouse had castle-like features, a style that continued through to the famous Gothic gateway entrance, which welcomed visitors at the southeast of the park property.<ref name="historian" /> Those who chose to walk and bike were also accommodated, including an area to check in and secure their bikes. The park had 31<ref name="renamed">{{Cite news \|articletitle = The Villa Renamed at Last\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 2, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref> to 50 acres of woodland and open areas. A power plant was built prior to opening to supply electric power exclusively for the park grounds. At least 20 arc lamps<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 16, 1896\|page = 6}}</ref> were placed in sections of the park, and the grounds and entrance were lit with incandescent lighting. Security was provided by at least two officers in the park patrolling at all times.<ref name="opened" /> Rides to the park were in such high demand that the Columbus Street Railway Company increased the number of North High Street cars, providing a car every three minutes during the season instead of every 10 minutes.

	The park was nearly washed away, and thousands of dollars' worth of damage was caused by flooding in July.<ref>[https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer-columbus-bridges-in-dan/163598637 "Columbus Bridges in Danger."] ''The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio).'' July 25, 1896. Page 1. Accessed through Newspapers.com.</ref>		The park was nearly washed away, and thousands of dollars' worth of damage was caused by flooding in July.<ref>[https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer-columbus-bridges-in-dan/163598637 "Columbus Bridges in Danger."] ''The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio).'' July 25, 1896. Page 1. Accessed through Newspapers.com.</ref>

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	Opening on June 12, 1896,<ref>"Olentangy Park." ''Illustrated Guide to Columbus 1899.'' Page 26.</ref> was the first season the park operated after being named Olentangy Park.<ref name="opened">"Olentangy Park Opened." ''Columbus Evening Dispatch.'' June 13, 1896. Page 5.</ref><ref name="historian">{{Cite news \|lastname = Barrett\|firstname = Richard E\|articletitle = Olentangy Park: Four Decades of Fun\|pub = Columbus and Central Ohio Historian No. 1\|date = April 1984\|page = 5-8}}</ref> There was one fare to the park on the city streetcar system at the cost of 25 for {{Tooltip \|text = $1\|tooltip = $38 in 2025 dollars}}, and admission cost {{Tooltip \|text = 5 cents\|tooltip = $1.90 in 2025 dollars}} for walkers and cyclists. Cyclists could check their bikes in a shed located near the entrance.<ref name="opened" /> The streetcar that took riders to the park was called "The Electra"<ref name="dance">{{Cite news \|lastname = \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 27, 1896\|page = 10}}</ref><ref name="makio">{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = 1896 Makio Yearbook\|date = Jan. 1, 1896\|page = 346}}</ref> into the park via a single track across from the North High Carhouse.<ref name="carhouse">"North High Street Carhouse." ''[https://www.columbusrailroads.com/ Columbus Railroads].'' Accessed on May 23, 2025.</ref> The carhouse had castle-like features, a style that continued through to the famous Gothic gateway entrance, which welcomed visitors at the southeast of the park property.<ref name="historian" /> Those who chose to walk and bike were also accommodated, including an area to check in and secure their bikes. The park had 31<ref name="renamed">{{Cite news \|articletitle = The Villa Renamed at Last\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 2, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref> to 50 acres of woodland and open areas. A power plant was built prior to opening to supply electric power exclusively for the park grounds. At least 20 arc lamps<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 16, 1896\|page = 6}}</ref> were placed in sections of the park, and the grounds and entrance were lit with incandescent lighting. Security was provided by at least two officers in the park patrolling at all times.<ref name="opened" /> Rides to the park were in such high demand that the Columbus Street Railway Company increased the number of North High Street cars, providing a car every three minutes during the season instead of every 10 minutes.		Opening on June 12, 1896,<ref>"Olentangy Park." ''Illustrated Guide to Columbus 1899.'' Page 26.</ref> was the first season the park operated after being named Olentangy Park.<ref name="opened">"Olentangy Park Opened." ''Columbus Evening Dispatch.'' June 13, 1896. Page 5.</ref><ref>Hooper, Osman Castle. ''[https://columbusrailroads.com/new/pdf/clbs%20history%201920%20traction.pdf History of the City of Columbus Ohio From the Founding of Franklinton in 1797, Through the World War Period, to the Year 1920].'' Published by The Memorial Publishing Company. Accessed through ColumbusRailroads.com.</ref><ref name="historian">{{Cite news \|lastname = Barrett\|firstname = Richard E\|articletitle = Olentangy Park: Four Decades of Fun\|pub = Columbus and Central Ohio Historian No. 1\|date = April 1984\|page = 5-8}}</ref> There was one fare to the park on the city streetcar system at the cost of 25 for {{Tooltip \|text = $1\|tooltip = $38 in 2025 dollars}}, and admission cost {{Tooltip \|text = 5 cents\|tooltip = $1.90 in 2025 dollars}} for walkers and cyclists. Cyclists could check their bikes in a shed located near the entrance.<ref name="opened" /> The streetcar that took riders to the park was called "The Electra"<ref name="dance">{{Cite news \|lastname = \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 27, 1896\|page = 10}}</ref><ref name="makio">{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = 1896 Makio Yearbook\|date = Jan. 1, 1896\|page = 346}}</ref> into the park via a single track across from the North High Carhouse.<ref name="carhouse">"North High Street Carhouse." ''[https://www.columbusrailroads.com/ Columbus Railroads].'' Accessed on May 23, 2025.</ref> The carhouse had castle-like features, a style that continued through to the famous Gothic gateway entrance, which welcomed visitors at the southeast of the park property.<ref name="historian" /> Those who chose to walk and bike were also accommodated, including an area to check in and secure their bikes. The park had 31<ref name="renamed">{{Cite news \|articletitle = The Villa Renamed at Last\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 2, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref> to 50 acres of woodland and open areas. A power plant was built prior to opening to supply electric power exclusively for the park grounds. At least 20 arc lamps<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 16, 1896\|page = 6}}</ref> were placed in sections of the park, and the grounds and entrance were lit with incandescent lighting. Security was provided by at least two officers in the park patrolling at all times.<ref name="opened" /> Rides to the park were in such high demand that the Columbus Street Railway Company increased the number of North High Street cars, providing a car every three minutes during the season instead of every 10 minutes.

	The park was nearly washed away, and thousands of dollars' worth of damage was caused by flooding in July.<ref>[https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer-columbus-bridges-in-dan/163598637 "Columbus Bridges in Danger."] ''The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio).'' July 25, 1896. Page 1. Accessed through Newspapers.com.</ref>		The park was nearly washed away, and thousands of dollars' worth of damage was caused by flooding in July.<ref>[https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer-columbus-bridges-in-dan/163598637 "Columbus Bridges in Danger."] ''The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio).'' July 25, 1896. Page 1. Accessed through Newspapers.com.</ref>

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	\| newattractions = [[Bowling alleys\|Bowling Alleys]]<br />[[Dancing Pavilion (1)]]<br />[[Merry-Go-Round (1)]]		\| newattractions = [[Bowling alleys\|Bowling Alleys]]<br />[[Dancing Pavilion (1)]]<br />[[Merry-Go-Round (1)]]
	\| band = Fred Neddermeyer's ~~orchestra~~		\| band = Fred Neddermeyer's Orchestra
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	Opening on June 12, 1896,<ref>"Olentangy Park." ''Illustrated Guide to Columbus 1899.'' Page 26.</ref> was the first season the park operated after being named Olentangy Park.<ref name="opened">"Olentangy Park Opened." ''Columbus Evening Dispatch.'' June 13, 1896. Page 5.</ref><ref name="historian">{{Cite news \|lastname = ~~Barret~~\|firstname = Richard E\|articletitle = Olentangy Park: Four Decades of Fun\|pub = Columbus and Central Ohio Historian No. 1\|date = April 1984\|page = 5-8}}</ref> There was one fare to the park on the city streetcar system at the cost of 25 for {{Tooltip \|text = $1\|tooltip = $38 in 2025 dollars}}, and admission cost {{Tooltip \|text = 5 cents\|tooltip = $1.90 in 2025 dollars}} for walkers and cyclists. Cyclists could check their bikes in a shed located near the entrance.<ref name="opened" /> The streetcar that took riders to the park was called "The Electra"<ref name="dance">{{Cite news \|lastname = \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 27, 1896\|page = 10}}</ref><ref name="makio">{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = 1896 Makio Yearbook\|date = Jan. 1, 1896\|page = 346}}</ref> into the park via a single track across from the North High Carhouse.<ref name="carhouse">"North High Street Carhouse." ''[https://www.columbusrailroads.com/ Columbus Railroads].'' Accessed on May 23, 2025.</ref> The carhouse had castle-like features, a style that continued through to the famous Gothic gateway entrance, which welcomed visitors at the southeast of the park property.<ref name="historian" /> Those who chose to walk and bike were also accommodated, including an area to check in and secure their bikes. The park had 31<ref name="renamed">{{Cite news \|articletitle = The Villa Renamed at Last\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 2, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref> to 50 acres of woodland and open areas. A power plant was built prior to opening to supply electric power exclusively for the park grounds. At least 20 arc lamps<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 16, 1896\|page = 6}}</ref> were placed in sections of the park, and the grounds and entrance were lit with incandescent lighting. Security was provided by at least two officers in the park patrolling at all times.<ref name="opened" /> Rides to the park were in such high demand that the Columbus Street Railway Company increased the number of North High Street cars, providing a car every three minutes during the season instead of every 10 minutes.		Opening on June 12, 1896,<ref>"Olentangy Park." ''Illustrated Guide to Columbus 1899.'' Page 26.</ref> was the first season the park operated after being named Olentangy Park.<ref name="opened">"Olentangy Park Opened." ''Columbus Evening Dispatch.'' June 13, 1896. Page 5.</ref><ref name="historian">{{Cite news \|lastname = Barrett\|firstname = Richard E\|articletitle = Olentangy Park: Four Decades of Fun\|pub = Columbus and Central Ohio Historian No. 1\|date = April 1984\|page = 5-8}}</ref> There was one fare to the park on the city streetcar system at the cost of 25 for {{Tooltip \|text = $1\|tooltip = $38 in 2025 dollars}}, and admission cost {{Tooltip \|text = 5 cents\|tooltip = $1.90 in 2025 dollars}} for walkers and cyclists. Cyclists could check their bikes in a shed located near the entrance.<ref name="opened" /> The streetcar that took riders to the park was called "The Electra"<ref name="dance">{{Cite news \|lastname = \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 27, 1896\|page = 10}}</ref><ref name="makio">{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = 1896 Makio Yearbook\|date = Jan. 1, 1896\|page = 346}}</ref> into the park via a single track across from the North High Carhouse.<ref name="carhouse">"North High Street Carhouse." ''[https://www.columbusrailroads.com/ Columbus Railroads].'' Accessed on May 23, 2025.</ref> The carhouse had castle-like features, a style that continued through to the famous Gothic gateway entrance, which welcomed visitors at the southeast of the park property.<ref name="historian" /> Those who chose to walk and bike were also accommodated, including an area to check in and secure their bikes. The park had 31<ref name="renamed">{{Cite news \|articletitle = The Villa Renamed at Last\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 2, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref> to 50 acres of woodland and open areas. A power plant was built prior to opening to supply electric power exclusively for the park grounds. At least 20 arc lamps<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 16, 1896\|page = 6}}</ref> were placed in sections of the park, and the grounds and entrance were lit with incandescent lighting. Security was provided by at least two officers in the park patrolling at all times.<ref name="opened" /> Rides to the park were in such high demand that the Columbus Street Railway Company increased the number of North High Street cars, providing a car every three minutes during the season instead of every 10 minutes.

	The park was nearly washed away, and thousands of dollars' worth of damage was caused by flooding in July.<ref>[https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer-columbus-bridges-in-dan/163598637 "Columbus Bridges in Danger."] ''The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio).'' July 25, 1896. Page 1. Accessed through Newspapers.com.</ref>		The park was nearly washed away, and thousands of dollars' worth of damage was caused by flooding in July.<ref>[https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer-columbus-bridges-in-dan/163598637 "Columbus Bridges in Danger."] ''The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio).'' July 25, 1896. Page 1. Accessed through Newspapers.com.</ref>

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	Opening on June 12, 1896,<ref>"Olentangy Park." ''Illustrated Guide to Columbus 1899.'' Page 26.</ref> was the first season the park operated after being named Olentangy Park.<ref name="opened">"Olentangy Park Opened." ''Columbus Evening Dispatch.'' June 13, 1896. Page 5.</ref><ref name="historian">{{Cite news \|lastname = Barret\|firstname = Richard E\|articletitle = Olentangy Park: Four Decades of Fun\|pub = Columbus and Central Ohio Historian No. 1\|date = April 1984\|page = 5-8}}</ref> There was one fare to the park on the city streetcar system at the cost of 25 for {{Tooltip \|text = $1\|tooltip = $38 in 2025 dollars}}, and admission cost {{Tooltip \|text = 5 cents\|tooltip = $1.90 in 2025 dollars}} for walkers and cyclists. Cyclists could check their bikes in a shed located near the entrance.<ref name="opened" /> The streetcar that took riders to the park was called "The Electra"<ref name="dance">{{Cite news \|lastname = \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 27, 1896\|page = 10}}</ref><ref name="makio">{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = 1896 Makio Yearbook\|date = Jan. 1, 1896\|page = 346}}</ref> into the park via a single track across from the North High Carhouse.<ref name="carhouse">"North High Street Carhouse." ''Columbus Railroads.'' Accessed on May 23, 2025.</ref> The carhouse had castle-like features, a style that continued through to the famous Gothic gateway entrance, which welcomed visitors at the southeast of the park property.<ref name="historian" /> Those who chose to walk and bike were also accommodated, including an area to check in and secure their bikes. The park had 31<ref name="renamed">{{Cite news \|articletitle = The Villa Renamed at Last\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 2, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref> to 50 acres of woodland and open areas. A power plant was built prior to opening to supply electric power exclusively for the park grounds. At least 20 arc lamps<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 16, 1896\|page = 6}}</ref> were placed in sections of the park, and the grounds and entrance were lit with incandescent lighting. Security was provided by at least two officers in the park patrolling at all times.<ref name="opened" /> Rides to the park were in such high demand that the Columbus Street Railway Company increased the number of North High Street cars, providing a car every three minutes during the season instead of every 10 minutes.		Opening on June 12, 1896,<ref>"Olentangy Park." ''Illustrated Guide to Columbus 1899.'' Page 26.</ref> was the first season the park operated after being named Olentangy Park.<ref name="opened">"Olentangy Park Opened." ''Columbus Evening Dispatch.'' June 13, 1896. Page 5.</ref><ref name="historian">{{Cite news \|lastname = Barret\|firstname = Richard E\|articletitle = Olentangy Park: Four Decades of Fun\|pub = Columbus and Central Ohio Historian No. 1\|date = April 1984\|page = 5-8}}</ref> There was one fare to the park on the city streetcar system at the cost of 25 for {{Tooltip \|text = $1\|tooltip = $38 in 2025 dollars}}, and admission cost {{Tooltip \|text = 5 cents\|tooltip = $1.90 in 2025 dollars}} for walkers and cyclists. Cyclists could check their bikes in a shed located near the entrance.<ref name="opened" /> The streetcar that took riders to the park was called "The Electra"<ref name="dance">{{Cite news \|lastname = \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 27, 1896\|page = 10}}</ref><ref name="makio">{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = 1896 Makio Yearbook\|date = Jan. 1, 1896\|page = 346}}</ref> into the park via a single track across from the North High Carhouse.<ref name="carhouse">"North High Street Carhouse." ''[https://www.columbusrailroads.com/ Columbus Railroads].'' Accessed on May 23, 2025.</ref> The carhouse had castle-like features, a style that continued through to the famous Gothic gateway entrance, which welcomed visitors at the southeast of the park property.<ref name="historian" /> Those who chose to walk and bike were also accommodated, including an area to check in and secure their bikes. The park had 31<ref name="renamed">{{Cite news \|articletitle = The Villa Renamed at Last\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 2, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref> to 50 acres of woodland and open areas. A power plant was built prior to opening to supply electric power exclusively for the park grounds. At least 20 arc lamps<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 16, 1896\|page = 6}}</ref> were placed in sections of the park, and the grounds and entrance were lit with incandescent lighting. Security was provided by at least two officers in the park patrolling at all times.<ref name="opened" /> Rides to the park were in such high demand that the Columbus Street Railway Company increased the number of North High Street cars, providing a car every three minutes during the season instead of every 10 minutes.

	The park was nearly washed away, and thousands of dollars of damage ~~were~~ caused by flooding in July.<ref>[https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer-columbus-bridges-in-dan/163598637 "Columbus Bridges in Danger."] ''The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio).'' July 25, 1896. Page 1. Accessed through Newspapers.com.</ref>		The park was nearly washed away, and thousands of dollars' worth of damage was caused by flooding in July.<ref>[https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer-columbus-bridges-in-dan/163598637 "Columbus Bridges in Danger."] ''The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio).'' July 25, 1896. Page 1. Accessed through Newspapers.com.</ref>

	The park closed by mid-October 1896.<ref>{{Cite news \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = Oct. 15, 1896\|page = 4}}</ref>		The park closed by mid-October 1896.<ref>{{Cite news \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = Oct. 15, 1896\|page = 4}}</ref>

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	Opening on June 12, 1896,<ref>"Olentangy Park." ''Illustrated Guide to Columbus 1899.'' Page 26.</ref> was the first season the park operated after being named Olentangy Park.<ref name="opened">~~{{Cite news \|articletitle =~~ Olentangy Park Opened~~\|pub =~~ Columbus Evening Dispatch~~\|date =~~ June 13, 1896~~\|page =~~ 5}}</ref><ref name="historian">{{Cite news \|lastname = Barret\|firstname = Richard E\|articletitle = Olentangy Park: Four Decades of Fun\|pub = Columbus and Central Ohio Historian No. 1\|date = April 1984\|page = 5-8}}</ref> There was one fare to the park on the city streetcar system at the cost of 25 for {{Tooltip \|text = $1\|tooltip = $38 in 2025 dollars}}, and admission cost {{Tooltip \|text = 5 cents\|tooltip = $1.90 in 2025 dollars}} for walkers and cyclists. Cyclists could check their bikes in a shed located near the entrance.<ref name="opened" /> The streetcar that took riders to the park was called "The Electra"<ref name="dance">{{Cite news \|lastname = \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 27, 1896\|page = 10}}</ref><ref name="makio">{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = 1896 Makio Yearbook\|date = Jan. 1, 1896\|page = 346}}</ref> into the park via a single track across from the North High Carhouse.<ref name="carhouse">~~Columbus Railroads. ''~~North High Street Carhouse.'' Accessed May 23, 2025~~. https://www.columbusrailroads.com/new/?menu=03Streetcars&submenu=42Streetcar_Buildings&submenu4=05North%20High%20Carhouse#gsc.tab=0~~.</ref> The carhouse had castle-like features, a style that continued through to the famous Gothic gateway entrance, which welcomed visitors at the southeast of the park property.<ref name="historian" /> Those who chose to walk and bike were also accommodated, including an area to check in and secure their bikes. The park had 31<ref name="renamed">{{Cite news \|articletitle = The Villa Renamed at Last\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 2, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref> to 50 acres of woodland and open areas. A power plant was built prior to opening to supply electric power exclusively for the park grounds. At least 20 arc lamps<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 16, 1896\|page = 6}}</ref> were placed in sections of the park, and the grounds and entrance were lit with incandescent lighting. Security was provided by at least two officers in the park patrolling at all times.<ref name="opened" /> Rides to the park were in such high demand that the Columbus Street Railway Company increased the number of North High Street cars, providing a car every three minutes during the season instead of every 10 minutes.		Opening on June 12, 1896,<ref>"Olentangy Park." ''Illustrated Guide to Columbus 1899.'' Page 26.</ref> was the first season the park operated after being named Olentangy Park.<ref name="opened">"Olentangy Park Opened." ''Columbus Evening Dispatch.'' June 13, 1896. Page 5.</ref><ref name="historian">{{Cite news \|lastname = Barret\|firstname = Richard E\|articletitle = Olentangy Park: Four Decades of Fun\|pub = Columbus and Central Ohio Historian No. 1\|date = April 1984\|page = 5-8}}</ref> There was one fare to the park on the city streetcar system at the cost of 25 for {{Tooltip \|text = $1\|tooltip = $38 in 2025 dollars}}, and admission cost {{Tooltip \|text = 5 cents\|tooltip = $1.90 in 2025 dollars}} for walkers and cyclists. Cyclists could check their bikes in a shed located near the entrance.<ref name="opened" /> The streetcar that took riders to the park was called "The Electra"<ref name="dance">{{Cite news \|lastname = \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 27, 1896\|page = 10}}</ref><ref name="makio">{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = 1896 Makio Yearbook\|date = Jan. 1, 1896\|page = 346}}</ref> into the park via a single track across from the North High Carhouse.<ref name="carhouse">"North High Street Carhouse." ''Columbus Railroads.'' Accessed on May 23, 2025.</ref> The carhouse had castle-like features, a style that continued through to the famous Gothic gateway entrance, which welcomed visitors at the southeast of the park property.<ref name="historian" /> Those who chose to walk and bike were also accommodated, including an area to check in and secure their bikes. The park had 31<ref name="renamed">{{Cite news \|articletitle = The Villa Renamed at Last\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 2, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref> to 50 acres of woodland and open areas. A power plant was built prior to opening to supply electric power exclusively for the park grounds. At least 20 arc lamps<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 16, 1896\|page = 6}}</ref> were placed in sections of the park, and the grounds and entrance were lit with incandescent lighting. Security was provided by at least two officers in the park patrolling at all times.<ref name="opened" /> Rides to the park were in such high demand that the Columbus Street Railway Company increased the number of North High Street cars, providing a car every three minutes during the season instead of every 10 minutes.

	The park was nearly washed away, and thousands of dollars of damage were caused by flooding in July.<ref>~~{{Cite news \|articletitle = Columbus Bridges in Danger \|pub = The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio)\|date = July 25, 1896\|page = 1\|accessedthrough = Newspapers.com\|url =~~ https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer-columbus-bridges-in-dan/163598637}}</ref>		The park was nearly washed away, and thousands of dollars of damage were caused by flooding in July.<ref>[https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer-columbus-bridges-in-dan/163598637 "Columbus Bridges in Danger."] ''The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio).'' July 25, 1896. Page 1. Accessed through Newspapers.com.</ref>

	The park closed by mid-October 1896.<ref>{{Cite news \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = Oct. 15, 1896\|page = 4}}</ref>		The park closed by mid-October 1896.<ref>{{Cite news \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = Oct. 15, 1896\|page = 4}}</ref>

	=== Before Being Named ===		=== Before Being Named ===
	The land just north of North Street between Olentangy River and High Street, four miles north of the state capitol building, was known as "The Villa." A mill called the Pioneer Mill was at the end of North Street on the river and was not running by 1891. A bathhouse was north of the mill along the river, and there were stairs leading up the bluff to the Olentangy Villa restaurant. It had bar rooms, a concert hall, and a kitchen surrounded by a porch. To the northeast, there was a storage building with open horse sheds on the north and south sides. An open wooden bridge went over the ravine. At the mouth of the ravine on the river existed a boathouse with an open porch on the west. In 1891, the second floor was used for carpentry. Near the south end of the plateau, there was a drive with two club rooms closer to High Street.<ref name="sanborn1891">''Sanborn Fire Insurance Map from Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio.'' Sanborn Map Company, 1891~~. Map. https://www.loc.gov/item/sanborn06656_002/~~.</ref>		The land just north of North Street between the Olentangy River and High Street, four miles north of the state capitol building, was known as "The Villa." A mill called the Pioneer Mill was at the end of North Street on the river and was not running by 1891. A bathhouse was north of the mill along the river, and there were stairs leading up the bluff to the Olentangy Villa restaurant. It had bar rooms, a concert hall, and a kitchen surrounded by a porch. To the northeast, there was a storage building with open horse sheds on the north and south sides. An open wooden bridge went over the ravine. At the mouth of the ravine on the river existed a boathouse with an open porch on the west. In 1891, the second floor was used for carpentry. Near the south end of the plateau, there was a drive with two club rooms closer to High Street.<ref name="sanborn1891">''[https://www.loc.gov/item/sanborn06656_002/ Sanborn Fire Insurance Map from Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio.]'' Sanborn Map Company, 1891.</ref>

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	''See full article:'' [[Merry-Go-Round (1)]]		''See full article:'' [[Merry-Go-Round (1)]]

	The electric<ref name="historian" /> merry-go-round was described as having "beasts and birds and dreadful-looking animals."<ref name="opened" /> It was built by [[E. Joy Morris]].<ref>~~{{Cite news \|lastname =~~ Manns~~\|firstname =~~ William~~\|articletitle = E~~. ~~Joy Morris - Philadelphia's Forgotten Carousel Builder\|pub = Carousel News and Trader\|date = March 1989\|volume = 5\|issue = 3\|page = 5-14\|accessedthrough = \|url =~~ https://carouselhistory.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Carousel-news-and-trader-march-1989.pdf~~\|notes =~~ Special thanks to the members of the Carousel Figure Identification Facebook group.}}</ref>		The electric<ref name="historian" /> merry-go-round was described as having "beasts and birds and dreadful-looking animals."<ref name="opened" /> It was built by [[E. Joy Morris]].<ref>Manns, William. [https://carouselhistory.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Carousel-news-and-trader-march-1989.pdf "E. Joy Morris - Philadelphia's Forgotten Carousel Builder."] ''Carousel News and Trader.'' March 1989. Vol. 5. Issue 3. Pages 5-14. Special thanks to the members of the Carousel Figure Identification Facebook group.</ref>

	===List of Rides and Attractions===		===List of Rides and Attractions===
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	===Dining===		===Dining===
	Once visitors entered and crossed the bridge, they would see a café offering light refreshments and soft drinks ~~of all kinds~~. Alcohol was not permitted. At the time, it was thought too close to restaurants to offer a full restaurant in the park. The café was large and offered shaded porches and comfortable chairs for visitors to eat their brought lunches. Toilets were available in rooms in the rear of the building.<ref name="opened" />		Once visitors entered and crossed the bridge, they would see a café offering a variety of light refreshments and soft drinks. Alcohol was not permitted. At the time, it was thought too close to restaurants to offer a full restaurant in the park. The café was large and offered shaded porches and comfortable chairs for visitors to eat their brought lunches. Toilets were available in the rooms located at the rear of the building.<ref name="opened" />

	===List of Actvities===		===List of Actvities===

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	Opening on June 12, 1896,<ref>"Olentangy Park." ''Illustrated Guide to Columbus 1899.'' Page 26.</ref> was the first season the park operated after being named Olentangy Park.<ref name="opened">{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park Opened\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 13, 1896\|page = 5}}</ref><ref name="historian">{{Cite news \|lastname = Barret\|firstname = Richard E\|articletitle = Olentangy Park: Four Decades of Fun\|pub = Columbus and Central Ohio Historian No. 1\|date = April 1984\|page = 5-8}}</ref> There was one fare to the park on the city streetcar system at the cost of 25 for {{Tooltip \|text = $1\|tooltip = $38 in 2025 dollars}}, and admission cost {{Tooltip \|text = 5 cents\|tooltip = $1.90 in 2025 dollars}} for walkers and cyclists. Cyclists ~~were able to~~ check their bikes in a shed near the entrance.<ref name="opened" /> The streetcar that took riders to the park was called "The Electra"<ref name="dance">{{Cite news \|lastname = \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 27, 1896\|page = 10}}</ref><ref name="makio">{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = 1896 Makio Yearbook\|date = ~~January~~ 1, 1896\|page = 346}}</ref> into the park via a single track across from the North High Carhouse.<ref name="carhouse">Columbus Railroads. ''North High Street Carhouse.'' Accessed May 23, 2025. https://www.columbusrailroads.com/new/?menu=03Streetcars&submenu=42Streetcar_Buildings&submenu4=05North%20High%20Carhouse#gsc.tab=0.</ref> The carhouse had castle-like features, a style that continued through to the famous Gothic gateway entrance, which welcomed visitors at the southeast of the park property.<ref name="historian" /> Those who chose to walk and bike were also accommodated, including an area to check in and secure their bikes. The park had 31<ref name="renamed">{{Cite news \|articletitle = The Villa Renamed at Last\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 2, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref> to 50 acres of woodland and open areas. A power plant was built prior to opening to supply electric power exclusively for the park grounds. At least 20 arc lamps<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 16, 1896\|page = 6}}</ref> were placed in sections of the park, and the grounds and entrance were lit with incandescent lighting. Security was provided by at least two officers in the park patrolling at all times.<ref name="opened" /> Rides to the park were in such high demand that the Columbus Street Railway Company increased the number of North High Street cars, providing a car every three minutes during the season instead of every 10 minutes.		Opening on June 12, 1896,<ref>"Olentangy Park." ''Illustrated Guide to Columbus 1899.'' Page 26.</ref> was the first season the park operated after being named Olentangy Park.<ref name="opened">{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park Opened\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 13, 1896\|page = 5}}</ref><ref name="historian">{{Cite news \|lastname = Barret\|firstname = Richard E\|articletitle = Olentangy Park: Four Decades of Fun\|pub = Columbus and Central Ohio Historian No. 1\|date = April 1984\|page = 5-8}}</ref> There was one fare to the park on the city streetcar system at the cost of 25 for {{Tooltip \|text = $1\|tooltip = $38 in 2025 dollars}}, and admission cost {{Tooltip \|text = 5 cents\|tooltip = $1.90 in 2025 dollars}} for walkers and cyclists. Cyclists could check their bikes in a shed located near the entrance.<ref name="opened" /> The streetcar that took riders to the park was called "The Electra"<ref name="dance">{{Cite news \|lastname = \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = June 27, 1896\|page = 10}}</ref><ref name="makio">{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = 1896 Makio Yearbook\|date = Jan. 1, 1896\|page = 346}}</ref> into the park via a single track across from the North High Carhouse.<ref name="carhouse">Columbus Railroads. ''North High Street Carhouse.'' Accessed May 23, 2025. https://www.columbusrailroads.com/new/?menu=03Streetcars&submenu=42Streetcar_Buildings&submenu4=05North%20High%20Carhouse#gsc.tab=0.</ref> The carhouse had castle-like features, a style that continued through to the famous Gothic gateway entrance, which welcomed visitors at the southeast of the park property.<ref name="historian" /> Those who chose to walk and bike were also accommodated, including an area to check in and secure their bikes. The park had 31<ref name="renamed">{{Cite news \|articletitle = The Villa Renamed at Last\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 2, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref> to 50 acres of woodland and open areas. A power plant was built prior to opening to supply electric power exclusively for the park grounds. At least 20 arc lamps<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Olentangy Park\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = May 16, 1896\|page = 6}}</ref> were placed in sections of the park, and the grounds and entrance were lit with incandescent lighting. Security was provided by at least two officers in the park patrolling at all times.<ref name="opened" /> Rides to the park were in such high demand that the Columbus Street Railway Company increased the number of North High Street cars, providing a car every three minutes during the season instead of every 10 minutes.

	The park was nearly washed away, and thousands of dollars of damage were caused by flooding in July.<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Columbus Bridges in Danger \|pub = The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio)\|date = July 25, 1896\|page = 1\|accessedthrough = Newspapers.com\|url = https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer-columbus-bridges-in-dan/163598637}}</ref>		The park was nearly washed away, and thousands of dollars of damage were caused by flooding in July.<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Columbus Bridges in Danger \|pub = The Plain Dealer (Cleveland, Ohio)\|date = July 25, 1896\|page = 1\|accessedthrough = Newspapers.com\|url = https://www.newspapers.com/article/the-plain-dealer-columbus-bridges-in-dan/163598637}}</ref>

	The park closed by mid-October 1896.<ref>{{Cite news \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = ~~October~~ 15, 1896\|page = 4}}</ref>		The park closed by mid-October 1896.<ref>{{Cite news \|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = Oct. 15, 1896\|page = 4}}</ref>

	=== Before Being Named ===		=== Before Being Named ===
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	=== Naming Contest ===		=== Naming Contest ===
	The Columbus Street Railway Company bought the land<ref name="carhouse" /> on which "The Villa" tavern stood on Jan. 20~~, 1896~~, from operator Robert M. Turner.<ref name="historian" /> They announced a naming contest, and the first to enter the chosen name would receive {{Tooltip \|text = $50\|tooltip = $1,904 in 2025 dollars}} in transportation.<ref name="makio" /> By March 1, they received over 5,000 names, 1,181 of which were unique. The winner went by the name "Volunteer," and since 30 others suggested the same name, they all received 100 rides in a leather-bound coupon book. The winner also suggested Whetstone Park, Iroquois Park, and Hiawatha Park. The highest number of names suggested by one person was 66 names by a 66-year-old woman. The park remained under this name until its closing season in 1937.<ref name="renamed" />		The Columbus Street Railway Company bought the land<ref name="carhouse" /> on which "The Villa" tavern stood on Jan. 20, from operator Robert M. Turner.<ref name="historian" /> They announced a naming contest, and the first to enter the chosen name would receive {{Tooltip \|text = $50\|tooltip = $1,904 in 2025 dollars}} in transportation.<ref name="makio" /> By March 1, they received over 5,000 names, 1,181 of which were unique. The winner went by the name "Volunteer," and since 30 others suggested the same name, they all received 100 rides in a leather-bound coupon book. The winner also suggested Whetstone Park, Iroquois Park, and Hiawatha Park. The highest number of names suggested by one person was 66 names by a 66-year-old woman. The park remained under this name until its closing season in 1937.<ref name="renamed" />

	Although the 1896 article said the winner was "volunteer," a 1918 "Betty Fairfax's Ready Advice" column said that the winner was John R. Cook of W. Sixth Avenue.<ref>{{Cite news \|lastname = Fairfax\|firstname = Betty\|articletitle = Betty Fairfax's Ready Advice\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = July 1, 1918\|page = 12 }}</ref>		Although the 1896 article said the winner was "volunteer," a 1918 "Betty Fairfax's Ready Advice" column said that the winner was John R. Cook of W. Sixth Avenue.<ref>{{Cite news \|lastname = Fairfax\|firstname = Betty\|articletitle = Betty Fairfax's Ready Advice\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = July 1, 1918\|page = 12 }}</ref>
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	==Rides and Attractions==		==Rides and Attractions==

	The Columbus Street Railway Company spent {{Tooltip \|text = $30,704\|tooltip = $1,168,942 in 2025 dollars}} on construction for the park and {{Tooltip \|text = $26,489\|tooltip = $1,008,471 in 2025 dollars}} in added street car equipment.<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Bitterly Cold Weather\|pub = The Columbus Dispatch\|date = ~~January~~ 25, 1897\|page = 3}}</ref> The earliest draw to the park was its natural forest and river scenery with winding paths and a bridge over the ravine. The Old Mill - an actual mill - was also still operating on the Olentangy River and could be visited.<ref name="historian" />		The Columbus Street Railway Company spent {{Tooltip \|text = $30,704\|tooltip = $1,168,942 in 2025 dollars}} on construction for the park and {{Tooltip \|text = $26,489\|tooltip = $1,008,471 in 2025 dollars}} in added street car equipment.<ref>{{Cite news \|articletitle = Bitterly Cold Weather\|pub = The Columbus Dispatch\|date = Jan. 25, 1897\|page = 3}}</ref> The earliest draw to the park was its natural forest and river scenery with winding paths and a bridge over the ravine. The Old Mill - an actual mill - was also still operating on the Olentangy River and could be visited.<ref name="historian" />

	===Boathouse and Bowling Alleys===		===Boathouse and Bowling Alleys===
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	Fred Neddermeyer's orchestra provided music for the dancing pavilion and events, including the Pugh Vidette Band for the Fourth of July.<ref name="dance" />		Fred Neddermeyer's orchestra provided music for the dancing pavilion and events, including the Pugh Vidette Band for the Fourth of July.<ref name="dance" />

	Al G. Field's Big Band played on Sunday, Aug. 9.<ref>{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = ~~August~~ 8, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref>		Al G. Field's Big Band played on Sunday, Aug. 9.<ref>{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = Aug. 8, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref>

	==Activities==		==Activities==

	===Dining===		===Dining===
	Once visitors entered and crossed the bridge, they would see a café offering light refreshments and soft drinks of all kinds. Alcohol was not permitted. At the time, it was thought too close to restaurants to offer a full restaurant in the park. The café was large and offered shaded porches and comfortable chairs for visitors to eat brought lunches. Toilets were available in rooms in the rear of the building.<ref name="opened" />		Once visitors entered and crossed the bridge, they would see a café offering light refreshments and soft drinks of all kinds. Alcohol was not permitted. At the time, it was thought too close to restaurants to offer a full restaurant in the park. The café was large and offered shaded porches and comfortable chairs for visitors to eat their brought lunches. Toilets were available in rooms in the rear of the building.<ref name="opened" />

	===List of Actvities===		===List of Actvities===

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	=== Naming Contest ===		=== Naming Contest ===
	The Columbus Street Railway Company bought the land<ref name="carhouse" /> on which "The Villa" tavern stood on ~~January~~ 20, 1896, from operator Robert M. Turner.<ref name="historian" /> They announced a naming contest, and the first to enter the chosen name would receive {{Tooltip \|text = $50\|tooltip = $1,904 in 2025 dollars}} in transportation.<ref name="makio" /> By March 1, they received over 5,000 names, 1,181 of which were unique. The winner went by the name "Volunteer," and since 30 others suggested the same name, they all received 100 rides in a leather-bound coupon book. The winner also suggested Whetstone Park, Iroquois Park, and Hiawatha Park. The highest number of names suggested by one person was 66 names by a 66-year-old woman. The park remained under this name until its closing season in 1937.<ref name="renamed" />		The Columbus Street Railway Company bought the land<ref name="carhouse" /> on which "The Villa" tavern stood on Jan. 20, 1896, from operator Robert M. Turner.<ref name="historian" /> They announced a naming contest, and the first to enter the chosen name would receive {{Tooltip \|text = $50\|tooltip = $1,904 in 2025 dollars}} in transportation.<ref name="makio" /> By March 1, they received over 5,000 names, 1,181 of which were unique. The winner went by the name "Volunteer," and since 30 others suggested the same name, they all received 100 rides in a leather-bound coupon book. The winner also suggested Whetstone Park, Iroquois Park, and Hiawatha Park. The highest number of names suggested by one person was 66 names by a 66-year-old woman. The park remained under this name until its closing season in 1937.<ref name="renamed" />

	Although the 1896 article said the winner was "volunteer," a 1918 "Betty Fairfax's Ready Advice" column said that the winner was John R. Cook of W. Sixth Avenue.<ref>{{Cite news \|lastname = Fairfax\|firstname = Betty\|articletitle = Betty Fairfax's Ready Advice\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = July 1, 1918\|page = 12 }}</ref>		Although the 1896 article said the winner was "volunteer," a 1918 "Betty Fairfax's Ready Advice" column said that the winner was John R. Cook of W. Sixth Avenue.<ref>{{Cite news \|lastname = Fairfax\|firstname = Betty\|articletitle = Betty Fairfax's Ready Advice\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = July 1, 1918\|page = 12 }}</ref>
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	Fred Neddermeyer's orchestra provided music for the dancing pavilion and events, including the Pugh Vidette Band for the Fourth of July.<ref name="dance" />		Fred Neddermeyer's orchestra provided music for the dancing pavilion and events, including the Pugh Vidette Band for the Fourth of July.<ref name="dance" />

	Al G. Field's Big Band played on Sunday, ~~August~~ 9.<ref>{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = August 8, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref>		Al G. Field's Big Band played on Sunday, Aug. 9.<ref>{{Cite news \|type = Advertisement\|pub = Columbus Evening Dispatch\|date = August 8, 1896\|page = 7}}</ref>

	==Activities==		==Activities==