Art and Rooftop Garden Tours at OSU Urban Arts Space and Hopkins Hall Gallery

Tucked in the historic Lazarus Building in downtown Columbus, OSU Urban Arts Space is a gallery space that hosts FREE exhibitions, performances, activities throughout the year.

image: OSU Urban Arts Space gallery

The experimental galleries adapt to the needs of Ohio State’s arts curriculum, and makes art more accessible.

The space is located in the largest gold-certified LEED renovated building in the region, and features a rooftop garden.

Urban Arts Space also directs Hopkins Hall Gallery, a satellite gallery on Ohio State’s main campus

OSU Urban Arts Space Exhibitions 

Artist Commune: Intersections

March 28 – April 5, 2025, 11:00AM – 6:00PM
March’s Artist Commune, our annual pop-up exhibition: Intersections. We invited artists of all mediums to submit work that embraces the interconnectedness of creative communities across Columbus. Whether visual art, film, performance, technology, music, a compilation of it all, or something else entirely, artists delved deep into their imagination and personal experiences to present works that reflect what it’s like to stand at the intersections of community.

Opening Reception: Friday, March 28, 6:30–8:30 PM

See other upcoming events and exhibitions!

Rooftop Garden Tours 

Get an up-close look at the gorgeous garden atop the historic Lazarus Building. As a bonus, you’ll also get some dazzling views of Columbus. Take pics of the one-of-a-kind views!

image: OSU Urban Arts Space

Tours will open in mid-March. Tours are free and limited to 20 people. These book up fast!

Friday, May 2 at 2:00 PM
Thursday, May 22 at 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM
Friday, June 6 at 2:00 PM
Thursday, June 26, 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM
Friday, July 11 at 2:00 PM
Friday, August 1 at 2:00 PM
Thursday, August 7, 11:30 AM and 1:00 PM
Friday, September 5 at 2:00 PM
Friday, October 3 at 2:00 PM
Friday, November 7 at 2:00 PM

Registration is required. (booking begins in late March)

All events and exhibitions are always free and open to the public.

Where should I park for Downtown Columbus Urban Arts Space?

There are three parking garages near Urban Arts Space, as well as metered street parking. Recommended parking garages include: 

Ohio Statehouse Parking Garage (Enter from westbound Broad Street or from Third Street). We recommend the Ohio Statehouse Parking Garage on Third Street when accessibility is a concern.
Riffe Center Parking Garage (Enter from Front Street)
Columbus Commons (City Center) Parking Garage 

COTA bus and bike trails are also available transportation.

Urban Arts Space
50 W Town St, Suite 130
Columbus, OH 43210

Hours: Tuesday–Saturday | 11 a.m.–6 p.m., with extended hours until 8 p.m. on Thursday.

Hopkins Hall Gallery

Hopkins Hall Gallery is a satellite gallery of Urban Arts Space on Ohio State’s main campus.

The space highlights the work of students, faculty, staff, and other campus initiatives that generate collaboration, conversation, and artistic growth.

Department of Art Undergraduate Scholarships Exhibition
March 17 – April 4, 2025

Department of Art Auxiliary Faculty and Staff Exhibition
March 17 – April 25, 2025

Where should I park for Hopkins Hall Gallery at Ohio State?

There are three main parking garages near Hopkins Hall Gallery, as well as metered street parking. Recommended parking locations include:

Ohio Union North Garage/Ohio Union South Garage
Arps Garage
Along the Northern side of Hopkins Hall and 17th Avenue, there is metered parking. This option is recommended if accessible parking is a concern. A ramp into Hopkins Hall is located on the east side of the building in the courtyard between Hopkins Hall and Hayes Hall.

Note: When parking on campus, make sure that you are not parking in a restricted or permitted lot or space; you will be ticketed. COTA bus and bike trails are also available transportation.

The Ohio State University Main Campus
130 North Oval Mall
Columbus, OH 43210
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