Columbus Neighborhoods

Emil Ambos and the Ambos Pleasure Farm

Clip: Season 6 Episode 21 | 8m 24s | Video has closed captioning.

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Aaron O'Donovan from the Columbus Metropolitan Library uncovers the history of Emil Ambos and the Ambos Pleasure Farm he created in the area of today's Berwick neighborhood. A collection of glass negatives was discovered in a barn in Grove City, and these images gives us a glimpse into the Emil's life during the late 1800's.

Aired: 04/09/20

Rating: NR

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