A symphony orchestra and an art museum are supported by the city. James Thurber's home has been preserved as a literary center. East of downtown lies a botanical garden, and the city has a large park system. The Columbus Zoo, located near Dublin in the northwest, is one o… A symphony orchestra and an art museum are supported by the city. James Thurber's home has been preserved as a literary center. East of downtown lies a botanical garden, and the city has a large park system. The Columbus Zoo, located near Dublin in the northwest, is one of the most well-known zoos in the country.