Wexner Center for the Arts
OSU's contemporary art laboratory on High Street, where exhibitions, film, and performance lean experimental on purpose. Go when you want Columbus culture that looks forward instead of only polishing the classics.
The Wexner Center for the Arts is The Ohio State University's contemporary arts hub, known for adventurous exhibitions, film programming, and performances inside Peter Eisenman's distinctive architecture on North High Street.
It is the place you send visitors who already did the traditional museum loop. Programming changes often, so every few months the building effectively becomes a new destination.
How to plan a visit
Scan wexarts.org before you go; gallery hours and ticketed film or performance events differ. Campus parking needs a plan, especially on class days and game weekends.
Practical tips
Many gallery visits are modestly priced or free depending on the program. Pair with a High Street meal in the University District afterward.
FAQ
What is the Wexner Center?
The Wexner Center for the Arts is a contemporary art and performance venue on Ohio State's campus in Columbus.
Where is the Wexner Center located?
It is at 1871 North High Street, just west of High and near 15th Avenue on the OSU campus.
Do I need tickets for the Wexner Center?
Gallery access and ticket requirements vary by exhibition and event; check wexarts.org for the specific program you want.
Pair it with a walk past Ohio Stadium if you are already on campus.
Know before you go
Gallery and cinema hours follow exhibition and screening calendars on wexarts.org, so check the day of. Campus garages and meters near the Wex fill on Ohio State class days and football weekends. Gallery admission is typically modest or free for some programs; films and performances are ticketed separately. Weekday afternoons between classes are quieter for the galleries if you want slow looking.
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