Last updated: 2025-04-22
Delaware County offers a treasure trove of indoor entertainment for residents and visitors seeking engaging experiences. From historic museums to interactive creative spaces, the region provides unique opportunities to explore, learn, and create without braving unpredictable Ohio weather.
Whether you’re a culture enthusiast, art lover, or science buff, Delaware County’s indoor attractions promise memorable experiences for all ages. Local venues like the Strand Theatre and Richard M. Ross Art Museum showcase the area’s rich cultural landscape.
Discover Delaware County’s coolest indoor adventures now!
Featured Indoor Activities in Delaware
- Columbus Zoo and Aquarium (Powell)
- COSI (Center of Science and Industry) (Columbus)
- Otherworld (Columbus)
- Shadowbox Live (Columbus)
- Ohio History Center (Columbus)
- Board & Brush Creative Studio
- Strand Theatre
- Richard M. Ross Art Museum
- Delaware County Historical Society Meeker Homestead Museum
Board & Brush Creative Studio
What to Expect
Guided DIY wood sign workshop with personalized creative process
Description
Board & Brush offers interactive DIY wood sign workshops where participants create custom wooden art pieces. Guests enjoy a creative, hands-on experience that combines crafting with social interaction, using distressing techniques and personal design choices to make unique home decor items.
Where: Delaware | More Info: Board & Brush Creative Studio
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium (Powell)
What to Expect
Comprehensive wildlife conservation and rehabilitation center
Description
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium offers an immersive wildlife experience featuring diverse animal exhibits across multiple habitats. Visitors can explore North America Trek, observe rescued manatees, and engage with conservation-focused educational programs. The zoo provides interactive learning opportunities for all ages, from toddler camps to comprehensive wildlife education resources.
Where: Powell | More Info: Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
COSI (Center of Science and Industry) (Columbus)
What to Expect
Top-rated national science museum with comprehensive interactive exhibits
Description
COSI provides an immersive science museum experience with interactive exhibits spanning multiple disciplines. Visitors explore hands-on displays covering topics like energy, technology, space, ocean science, and dinosaurs. The museum features live demonstrations, a planetarium, and specialized areas like little kidspace® for younger learners.
Where: Columbus | More Info: COSI (Center of Science and Industry)
Delaware County Historical Society Meeker Homestead Museum
What to Expect
1823 historic homestead preserved as educational museum
Description
Historic Meeker Homestead Museum showcases Delaware County's early settlement through meticulously preserved exhibits. Visitors explore authentic spaces featuring local history, including Native American heritage, spinning displays, and the original 1823 Forrest Meeker House. The museum offers an immersive journey into Ohio's pioneering past through carefully curated historical collections.
Where: Delaware | More Info: Delaware County Historical Society Meeker Homestead Museum
Ohio History Center (Columbus)
What to Expect
Extensive state historical artifact collection documenting Ohio's cultural evolution
Description
Ohio History Center offers comprehensive exhibits exploring Ohio's rich historical narrative through immersive displays, artifact collections, and interactive educational experiences. Visitors can explore diverse exhibits covering state history, cultural heritage, and significant historical periods with detailed interpretive displays and preserved historical artifacts.
Where: Columbus | More Info: Ohio History Center
Otherworld (Columbus)
What to Expect
Science fiction and fantasy art installation landscape
Description
An immersive art museum blending science fiction and fantasy through large-scale interactive installations. Visitors explore surreal, artist-designed environments featuring intricate landscapes, imaginative sculptures, and multi-sensory experiences. Designed for all ages, the exhibit allows guests to wander through extraordinary spaces that challenge perception and spark creativity.
Where: Columbus | More Info: Otherworld
Richard M. Ross Art Museum
What to Expect
Comprehensive art collection supporting university academic programs
Description
The Richard M. Ross Art Museum at Ohio Wesleyan University showcases a diverse permanent collection of over 2,500 artworks by renowned artists like Pablo Picasso and Frank Stella. The museum hosts rotating exhibitions that connect with academic curricula, featuring student and professional artist works that enrich campus and community cultural experiences.
Where: Delaware | More Info: Richard M. Ross Art Museum
Shadowbox Live (Columbus)
What to Expect
Nation's largest resident theatre ensemble with mixed-arts performances
Description
Shadowbox Live delivers an innovative performing arts experience featuring original comedy, music, dance, and theatrical productions. This resident theatre ensemble creates immersive performances that blend multiple artistic genres, offering audiences unique storytelling through genre-shifting performances and intimate entertainment experiences.
Where: Columbus | More Info: Shadowbox Live
Strand Theatre
What to Expect
One of the 10 longest continuously operating theaters in the United States
Description
Historic downtown Delaware movie theater offering first-run films in a classic cinema setting. Operating continuously since 1916, the Strand Theatre provides affordable movie screenings and serves as a cultural landmark for the local community. Features classic film series and special events alongside contemporary movie offerings.
Where: Delaware | More Info: Strand Theatre
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