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The road is the experience.

Getting there is often the point, not just the outcome.

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

Take the detour.

The extra miles are often where the story begins.

Lake North

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

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Worth the stop.

Some places don't need much time, just the right moment.

U.S. 30 Speedway

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Make time for quiet places.

Not every destination needs noise to be meaningful.

Quincentenary Belltower

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

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Go where you feel alive.

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

Downtown Christmas Stroll

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

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Leave room for the unexpected.

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

Lake Babcock

600-acre storage lake provides fishing opportunities.

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Not every place needs a reason.

Sometimes it's enough just to be there.

Columbus Racetrack

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

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More road, less rush.

There's no need to hurry through something worth experiencing.

Quail Run Golf Course

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

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Stay curious.

A small detour can turn into something worth remembering.

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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