Saturday, October 17, 2026
2:00-5:00 PM
Bartholomew County Historical Society
524 3rd Street, Columbus, IN 47201
The Bartholomew County Historical Society invites you to attend the latest in our Open Door Tour Series, A Bite of History! On this self-guided walking tour, participants will visit modern-day eateries and historic spots in downtown Columbus, each offering a one-bite or one-sip sample of their food or drink. At each stop you’ll learn about the fascinating history to be found in buildings both past and present.
Stops include several beloved downtown restaurants. Plus, visitors will get an exclusive look at the newly renovated space at 207 Washington Street – built in 1880 by F.J. Crump – courtesy of Voelz, Reed, & Mount LLC.

Advance tickets are available for purchase on Eventbrite. In-person tickets available starting the week of September 21st at the following locations:
Bartholomew County Historical Society Museum, 524 Third Street, Columbus, IN, Tue-Fri 10 AM-4 PM
Columbus Visitors Center, 506 5th Street, Columbus, IN, Mon-Sat 10 AM-5 PM
Viewpoint Books, 548 Washington Street, Columbus, IN, Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat 10 AM-5 PM, Tue, Thurs 10 AM – 8 PM.
A limited number of tickets will be sold, so get yours today! Advance tickets are $25; day-of tickets $30
— 5 and under free. Children 16 and under require a chaperone.
The Open Door Tour: A Bite of History is a fundraiser for the Bartholomew County Historical Society.
Find Tickets Here: www.eventbrite.com/e/open-door-tour-a-bite-of-history-tickets-2001398661272