The Vanishing of the Umbrella Girl
The experience
About this quest
A real Columbus mystery. A vanished statue. A trail that leads through one of the city’s most historic neighborhoods.
In the early 1950s, German Village’s original Umbrella Girl disappeared from Schiller Park and was never recovered. Follow a fictional historian’s unfinished investigation, uncover real local history, solve clues, and decide what may have happened.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Local history fans, couples, friends and families with older children can dig into the real mystery of the Umbrella Girl, the statue that vanished from Schiller Park in the early 1950s. Across 2.8 km of German Village you solve clues, weigh fact against legend and decide what happened. Anyone wanting a live guide to quiz, or children too young to follow a story told through clues, should pick something else.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Explore Schiller Park and German Village on foot, examine real landmarks, solve observation and logic puzzles, decode clues, and uncover the strange history behind the missing Umbrella Girl.
Expect a mix of documented local history and an original mystery story.
From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
Your walk, at a glance
Columbus, OH
1069 Jaeger Street, Columbus Ohio 43026
475 S 3rd St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Brendon Zahrndt.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Good to know before you play
- Hidden History
- Kids under 12 should be guided by their parents
- Minimum recommended age: 12+
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What happened to the Umbrella Girl statue in Columbus?
Which vanished Columbus monument does this walk investigate?
Where does it start and finish, and how long does it take?
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Do we need to book a time, and can we pause?
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