Historical neighborhood (community)
New homes (community)
Renovated homes (community)
Artworks on buildings-Franklinton Arts District (community-arts-culture)
Columbus Metropolitan Library-Franklinton branch (community-education)
A.D. Farrow Co.-Harley Davidson Motorcycles (community-historical)
Mt. Carmel Hospital (community-healthcare)
City of Columbus Sullivant Rec. Ctr. (community-recreation)
Dodge Park (community-recreation)
City of Columbus Dodge Rec. Ctr. (community-recreation)
City of Columbus Dodge Swimming Pool (community-recreation)
Mid Ohio Food Bank (community)
Ohio Wildlife Federation (community)
VFW (community)
Tommy's Diner...
Florentine... (restaurants-culture)
Phillip's Coney Island...
Toledo & Central Ohio Railway Depot (historical landmark-community)
Proximity to downtown (community)
Santa Maria replica (community-culture)
Town Street Bridge (community)
COSI (community-education-culture)
Bi Centennial Park (community-entertainment)
Non-Profit & Associations:
Franklinton Historical Society:
President: Carol Stewart
Vice President: Jim Kay
Secretary: Brenda Dutton
Treasurer: Walter Johanni
Franklinton Neighborhood Pride Center
The Franklinton Arts District (The FAD):
President: Chris Sherman
Vice President: Sarah Weinstock
Secretary: Sarah Torsell
Treasurer: Laura Garcia
Board members:
Laura Alexander
Elizabeth Gerdeman
Bart Overly
Cory Ryan
Sarah Adrian
Jim Sweeney
Franklinton Development Association:
Executive Director: Jim Sweeney
Religion: 23 church's
Education: 7 schools, 3 learning-tech centers
Wow! Something that really astonished me about this list is the number of churches - 23!! I don't know if this is low/high compared to most other areas, but that seems like a lot to me!
ReplyDeleteThat could (potentially) be an important focus for you, to stress the fact that despite the seemingly run-down (to outsiders) appearance, there is a vital community and religious aspect to Franklinton. That's not to say that I'm making the conclusion that because there are lots of churches, everyone is a Christian, and ALLLL Christians are benevolent people (because we know this isn't true), but maybe you could look into how the large number of religious services are a sort of support system? That the true goodness of Franklinton lies not necessarily in the outer appearance, but in the invisible inter-personal ties that can't be directly seen?
Nice! Wonderful research sir! I do like the idea Jessica had and looking into the churches abit. I know back in the day, churches were the epicenter of a community. I know that this day and age, and because there are 23 that it is silightly different know, but I would try and go to a few services, or atleast drive around and see how many people attend. I think you can get a really good sense of the spirituality of the people. If you like this idea, but dont feel too comfortable with it, I can go with you if you would like.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you did this. Keep moving. I want to see two weeks worth of work when we return (despite the fact that we don't have two weeks). Email me if you have questions or need some feedback or direction...or if you need a kick to get started. You can give me a call any time after jury duty (5pm).
ReplyDeleteHey Pilot Dogs Inc. on Town Street is also a
ReplyDeleteNon-Profit that has been located there for 60 years, check it out.
Oh and the new firestation on Broad Street too.
ReplyDeleteI think Josh's idea is great. I'd be up for going to a service, as well.
ReplyDeleteVery good work.
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