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Ohio Historical Center opens at fair in Columbus
The $10 million Ohio Historical Center on the State Fair grounds will open to the public after a dedication by Gov. James A. Rhodes. The museum, designed as a two‑story sandwich shape, houses bones, manuscripts and Ohio treasures with free admission and varied hours, aligning with the fair’s opening.
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