Doug Motz

    Doug Motz is the author of four books covering Columbus History and is a Past President of the Columbus Historical Society (CHS). He has led local history tours for CBUS City Adventures, CHS and Leadership Columbus, as well as the Columbus Landmarks Foundation. He lives in the Berwick neighborhood of Columbus with his husband Todd Popp and enjoys spending time in their tiki-themed basement hideaway known as Shipwreck Shirley’s.

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    History Lesson: AIU & The LeVeque Tower Pt. 2

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    History Lesson: AIU & The LeVeque Tower Pt. 1

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    History Lesson: The Ohio State Fair Butter Cow

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    History Lesson: Celebrating the history of the Jai Lai restaurant

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    History Lesson: The Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum

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    History Lesson: Happy Columbus Day

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    Candice Watkins receives fourth annual Arch Award

    The 4th annual Arch Award winner was announced last Thursday at the Columbus Historical Society's Savor the City Gala. Candice Watkins was chosen as...

    Nominees for 2013 Arch Award Selected

    ColumbusUnderground.com and the Columbus Historical Society are pleased to announce the nominees for the 4th annual ARCH Award. This honor is annually bestowed to...

    History Lesson: Icons of the Ohio State Fair

    The Ohio State Fair is now in full swing and there is seemingly something for everyone. For the foodie, there is Honey tasting from...
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    History Lesson: The Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum

    One of Columbus’ most well hidden treasures is about...

    History Lesson: Happy Columbus Day

    Happy Columbus Day! As the largest city in the...

    Candice Watkins receives fourth annual Arch Award

    The 4th annual Arch Award winner was announced last...

    Nominees for 2013 Arch Award Selected

    ColumbusUnderground.com and the Columbus Historical Society are pleased to...

    History Lesson: Icons of the Ohio State Fair

    The Ohio State Fair is now in full swing...