Property Type:
Commercial
Square Footage:
159,565
Lot Size (sq. ft.):
33,977
Status:
Active
Current Price:
$8,500,000
List Date:
2/20/2026
Last Modified:
2/20/2026
Description
HISTORIC DOWNTOWN COLUMBUS LANDMARK BUILDING! Located in the heart of Downtown Columbus at N. 4th St. and E. Gay St, the Columbus Athenaeum Conference and Special Events Center, originally built in 1898 as a
Masonic Temple, was renovated and converted into a premier Columbus event and wedding venue. At over 160,000 SF and five stories high, this architectural beauty with its elegance and unique design has hosted many live concerts, performances, weddings and special events. The building includes a 1,000+ guest ballroom with a balcony, a large, deep-stage theater, the Oak Room used for smaller banquets and the Pine Room - a restaurant with a complete kitchen. The building features two passenger and two freight elevators for guest convenience and easy load-in. Some FF&E included in the sale. 2 additional parcels are included that allow for a few parking spaces and dumpster storage. Metered parking surrounds the building on E Gay St and N Young St.
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Last Updated: February - 20 - 2026
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