Negative-G - Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, Powell, Ohio 2025 Page Seven

Columbus Zoo & Aquarium
Powell, Ohio
July 18, 2025
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There were real and imaginary creatures, like these dragons, all around the zoo ready to be lit up for the festival. It was a bit of a bummer that we missed it.

The Grand Carousel at the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium, Powell, Ohio

The Columbus Zoo & Aquarium not only has a classic coaster but it has a classic carousel as well.

The Grand Carousel dates back to 1914 when it opened at Olentangy Park.

After running at Wyandot Lake Park for decades it was decided to restore it, and move it into the Zoo.

The Columbus Zoo & Aquarium has taken amazing care of this classic carousel including having it enclosed in a climate controlled carousel house. Being able to keep the hand carved wooden horses protected from temperature and humidity keeps it in the best condition possible so it can run for another hundred and eleven years.