About Historic German Village
First settled in the early 1800’s by German immigrant carpenters, masons and brewers, German Village today is a vibrant 220-acre restored neighborhood with brick streets and refurbished homes. Eager to preserve its original European architecture, residents began rescuing the district in the 1960’s. Stroll its brick-lined streets and admire the charming homes and gardens. In keeping with the old-world atmosphere of Historic German Village, Caterina Ltd. offers a wide array of European functional works of art crafted by artisans using time-honored methods and materials.
We invite you to visit our neighborhood. Our entire neighborhood is on the National Register of Historic Places. You will find it to be authentic, romantic and charming.
VISITOR’S CENTER - Just across the street from Caterina Ltd. at 588 South Third Street at the German Village Meeting Haus, home to the German Village Society, the Visitor’s Center offers historical information, walking tours, guided tours, information on Village events and a great 10-minute video on the history of German Village and its prominent features.
SHAKESPEARE IN THE PARK - Enjoy free Shakespeare on any Thursday, Friday, Saturday or Sunday from Memorial Day to Labor Day in the outdoor Schiller amphitheatre. Grab a picnic supper at one of our local eateries and make it an evening!
SHOP in some of our neighboring unique stores:
The BOOK LOFT – Hunt for bargain-priced books in its legendary 32 rooms, located just two blocks south of us at 631 South Third Street.
HELEN WINNEMORE CRAFT – Experience the oldest contemporary craft store in America, located at 150 Kossuth Street.
METROSCAP – Take home a piece of downtown Columbus (or your other favorite cityscape) through the funky black & white photography of Metroscap at 177 East Beck Street.
T. DAVID COLLECTION ANTIQUES – Discover antiques and collectibles at 870 South Third Street.
MERCHANTS OF GERMAN VILLAGE – Consignment estate sales, antique furniture, jewelry and home furnishings. Opening December 3, 2009. 499 South Third Street. 614.228.2100.
THE GOLDEN HOBBY SHOP – Senior crafts at bargain prices at 630 South Third Street 614.645.8329.
MARS CREATIONS – Handmade jewelry at 223 East Kossuth Street.
KENY GALLERIES – American historic, contemporary and folk art at 300 East Beck Street.
FRANKLIN ART GLASS STUDIOS – 222 East Sycamore Street. 614.221.2972.
DINE in some of our famous restaurants.
Take a stroll to Barcelona Restaurant and Bar at 263 E. Whittier or Lindey’s 169 East Beck Street. For real German baked goods, try Juergen’s German Traditional Bakery at 525 South Fourth Street 614.224.6858.
For excellent deli fare, visit Katzinger’s Delicatessen at 475 South Third Street. For casual meals, try the original Max & Erma’s at 739 South Third Street, the Olde Mohawk at 819 Mohawk Street or Schmidt’s famous Sausage Haus at 240 East Kossuth Street.
Indulge your sweet tooth at Pistacia Vera, a block away from us at 541 South Third Street at Yosick’s Artisan Chocolates 539 South Fifth Street, or the Schmidt’s Fudge Haus & Gifts, 220 East Kossuth Street 614.444.2222.
Spend The Night
For modern accommodations in our historic neighborhood, check out the amazing German Village Guesthouse at 748 Jaeger Street.
STROLL
Bring your walking shoes for this is one of America’s original walkable communities. Enjoy Schiller Park with its Huntington Gardens perennial display and its statue of German poet Johann Christian Friedrich Schiller (a gift from early German residents). Visit St. Mary Church, built in 1865, and view its restored trompe l’oeil ceiling of German prayers. Enjoy getting lost in any number of brick-lined streets and alleys and discovering the beautiful gardens and restorations tucked away here.
Learn more about living in the Village at the blog, In The Village.
See what the New York Post has to say about us! http://www.nypost.com/p/lifestyle/travel/states_ohio_op3izTjmUgfI6gjvEEAh1K/0