Thurber House, Literary center in Columbus, United States
Thurber House is a two-story Victorian home built in 1873 located on Jefferson Avenue, now serving as a museum and literary center. The restored rooms contain original furnishings, photographs, and personal belongings that show how the family lived during their time there.
The house was built in 1873 in Victorian style and gained prominence when writer James Thurber and his family lived there from 1913 to 1917. These years, while he attended Ohio State University, became influential in shaping his development as a writer.
This house was home to writer James Thurber and his family, shaping its identity as a place tied to literary life. The rooms show how a creative household lived and worked, offering visitors insight into the domestic world that surrounded one of America's notable authors.
The museum is open several days per week for visitors who want to explore the rooms and learn about the family's life. It is helpful to contact ahead since hours may vary seasonally and some areas may have limited access depending on programs or tours.
Thurber wrote the humorous story 'The Night the Ghost Got In' after hearing unexplained sounds in the house in 1915, which he and his family could not explain. The tale captures how ordinary household events inspired some of his most memorable and funny writing.
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