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Take the long way.

The best parts of the trip are usually the ones you didn't plan.

Platte County Historical Society Museum

Features the complete 1857 log cabin of Frederick Gottschalk, one of Columbus' founders, turn-of-the-century barbershop, and county school room.

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Things to Do in Columbus

Leave room for the unexpected.

The best parts of a trip rarely show up on an itinerary.

Lake North

200-acre power-storage lake provides fishing, swimming and boating.

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A place to slow down.

Not every stop needs to be busy to be worth your time.

U.S. 30 Speedway

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Pause when it feels right.

Some stops aren't on the map, but they're worth taking.

Quincentenary Belltower

This unique monument to Columbus' first voyage to the new world is made from 10…

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Take less, experience more.

What you carry matters less than what you notice.

Downtown Christmas Stroll

Hometown Christmas Event The Downtown Christmas Stroll is an annual holiday evening of open houses…

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Follow what feels interesting.

Curiosity is usually a better guide than a strict plan.

Lake Babcock

600-acre storage lake provides fishing opportunities.

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Keep moving.

Even slow progress opens up new places and perspectives.

Columbus Racetrack

THOROUGHBRED HORSE RACING JULY 27th - SEPTEMBER 9th Friday - Buck Night. Bet a Buck…

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Quail Run Golf Course

Course Access: PublicHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 3 days

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Go where you feel alive.

Pay attention to the places that pull you in without explanation.

Elks Country Club

Course Access: PrivateHoles: 18Reserve Advance Tee Times: 1 days

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Events

Upcoming Events

May
30–31
Antique Tractor & Gas Engine Show & Flea Market
Jun
4–25
Lawn Chairs on the Square
Jun
4–25
Lawn Chairs on the Square
Jun
4–25
Lawn Chairs on the Square
Jun–Aug
27–31
Live Thoroughbred Horse Racing
Nov
12
Downtown Christmas Stroll
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