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Georgia is packed with museums that turn a regular trip into a story filled art, science, trains, airplanes, history, and hands-on fun for kids, teens, and grown ups alike across the state all year long.
From Atlanta to Savannah, each stop offers something different, so travelers can match their interests with exhibits that feel exciting, surprising, and easy to remember long after the vacation ends back home for friends too.

“From the beginning, this Museum was envisioned as a gathering place—a place where people could learn, create, and connect. Over the past 70 years, generations of community support have helped the Museum grow. In 2024, we completed a transformative $30 million renovation that reimagined the galleries, exhibitions, and public spaces while preserving the historic character that makes COMU so special. This project allowed us to create a more welcoming, accessible, and engaging experience for every visitor, from lifelong art enthusiasts to families discovering the Museum for the first time.”

Once FIFA World Cup 2026™ fans have seen Atlanta, an easy road trip beyond the capital will reveal a whole different side of Georgia. From the folklore and forests of its mountains to the rich heritage of its coastal cities and islands, you’ll find spectacular scenery and surprises within just a few hours’ drive. Small towns in the state’s heartland are renowned for their hospitality, and river settlements to the south seduce visitors with history, adventure, and memorable meals. So set your car on cruise and hit the road. There’s a whole lot of Georgia out there waiting for you.

The Columbus Museum’s upcoming exhibition, Georgia’s Fall Line, is featured in the latest newsletter from the Georgia Historical Society. This edition also includes stories on the US250 commemoration, a podcast exploring the American Revolution as a global conflict, an article examining George Washington, slavery, and American memory, engagement opportunities for the nation’s semiquincentennial, affiliate chapter news, and additional resources from the American Association for State and Local History (AASLH).

Maine is the subject of two exhibitions celebrating the state’s enduring significance in American art history, including Vacationland: American Artists and the State of Maine, 1850–2025, at The Columbus Museum.

Looking for Georgia towns that most people have never heard of? These 8 secret spots offer beautiful scenery, fascinating history, and genuine Southern charm!

Representatives of The Muscogee Nation visited Columbus, Georgia for a historic announcement on Sept. 15, 2025. Officials announced Monday that the Muscogee Nation will have a permanent office inside Columbus city hall when renovation of the space is complete. The announcement came at an event at the Springer Opera House.

Outsider art or “folk” art is a term used for artwork created outside the traditional art world, often by self-taught artists who have little or no formal training and may work independently from galleries, museums, or academic institutions. Today, outsider art encompasses a wide range of styles and mediums, from intricate drawings and sculptures to visionary environments and found-object constructions.

The Columbus Museum is commemorating Juneteenth with artifacts and artwork from both local and nationally known artists. Museum leaders say it’s a chance to learn about Juneteenth and see how these collections tell stories of resistance and determination tied to the Southern freedom movement.