Clinton Elementary and Pedestrian Subway
As you walk toward Clinton Elementary School on High Street, make sure to stop at the intersection of Clinton Heights and High Street to see Columbus’ only pedestrian subway. This architectural feature was built in 1928 after a child was struck by a street car and lost a leg. As a result, Clintonville businessmen funded the construction of the subway which still ensures the safety of school kids crossing High Street. In 2008, the subway tunnel covers were redesigned and replaced by the local civic group, Clintonville Incorporated, to improve kids’ safety, motorists’ visibility, and neighborhood aesthetics.
Visible from Clinton Heights, the original Clinton High School was built in 1904 by Riebel and Sons, designers of the Crestview School featured in Columbus Art Walk Site #415. Although now an elementary school, it was the first high school in Clinton Township and is one of the few standing township high schools in Ohio. It is currently eligible for listing on the National Register of Historic Places. The 1922 building addition facing High street was expanded in 2012 to increase classroom capacity and renovated to make it more energy efficient.
“Skyline Mural” by Marlo Bartels was featured on the exterior of the building until 2012, when it was moved inside to the new cafeteria during renovations. The tile mural was originally located in North Clintonville in the Graceland area, but was moved in 2000.
Location
10 Clinton Heights Ave, Columbus, Ohio, 43202
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