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Columbus Museum highlights new Calvin Smyre exhibition, “Puzzle of Politics”

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — The Columbus Museum shines light on a new exhibition in honor of former State Representative of 50 years, Calvin Smyre. To celebrate the legacy of Smyre’s political […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on February 23, 2026

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‘It fills my heart.’ New Columbus Museum exhibition honors Calvin Smyre’s legacy

Retired state Rep. Calvin Smyre’s 50 years of service in the Georgia Legislature and the local community is featured in a new exhibition at the Columbus Museum until March 1. […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on February 19, 2026

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Columbus museum honoring longest-serving State Legislator

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) – The Columbus Museum is honoring Georgia’s longest-serving state legislator, the Honorable Calvin Smyre. It’s all a part of their latest exhibit open now through March 1, […]

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Sunday Conversation: Rev. Rudy Allen walks us through history at the Columbus Museum

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) — Rev. Rudy Allen, 89, has spent more than a half century preaching in the Columbus area. He led the boycott in Columbus to integrate the city’s public […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on February 16, 2026

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The Puzzle of Politics: Calvin Smyre in Service, 1975-2025

New exhibition explores five decades of public service, bipartisan leadership, and civic impact. The Columbus Museum has opened a new exhibition chronicling five decades of public service by one of […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on February 12, 2026

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Columbus Museum opens exhibition honoring 50 years of service by Calvin Smyre

The Columbus Museum has opened a new exhibition spotlighting the five-decade public service career of Calvin Smyre, one of Georgia’s most influential and enduring state lawmakers. Titled “The Puzzle of Politics: […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on February 2, 2026

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From Columbus, Georgia to the World: The Enduring Legacy of Alma Thomas

Alma Thomas was the first Black woman to have a solo exhibition at the Whitney Museum of American Art. It’s also true that she became internationally known seemingly overnight after […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on January 29, 2026

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Renowned Columbus artist’s childhood home to be restored — and moved — for museum

The Historic Columbus Foundation is partnering with the Columbus Consolidated Government to preserve the history of renowned Columbus artist Alma Thomas.

Posted in Uncategorized , on January 14, 2026

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Renowned Columbus artist’s childhood home to be restored — and moved — for museum

The Historic Columbus Foundation is proposing to move the Alma Thomas house from it’s current location in the Rose Hill neighborhood and place it next to the Ma Rainey Home, […]

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Showing Up for Youth Arts in Columbus: How to Support the Next Generation in 2026

If you’ve lived in Columbus long enough, you’ve seen it happen. A child takes the stage for the first time. A dancer finds their footing at the barre. A student […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on January 9, 2026

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ATTENTION: This Friday, May 1st, COMU will be closing at 2PM and Saturday, May 2nd, COMU will be closed to the public as we prepare for `Racing for COMU: Annual Fundraiser."

Thank you for planning ahead, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. ✨

#TheColumbusMuseum #COMU #COMUGA #art #history #columbusga #racingforCOMU #kentuckyderby

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ATTENTION: This Friday, May 1st, COMU will be closing at 2PM and Saturday, May 2nd, COMU will be closed to the public as we prepare for 'Racing for COMU: Annual Fundraiser."

Thank you for planning ahead, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon. ✨

#TheColumbusMuseum #COMU #COMUGA #art #history #columbusga #racingforCOMU #kentuckyderby

We`re just EIGHT days away from `Racing for COMU!`
Join us in watching the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby while indulging in an evening of betting, bourbon, dining, and live music—all in support of the Museum’s exhibitions, educational programs, and free admission for the community!

Fundraiser festivities will begin at 5:30 PM with pre-race activities, betting, live music, games and special bourbons to set the mood for an exciting evening!

For tickets and more information, visit the link in our bio.
We hope to see you there!

#COMUGA #COMU #RacingForCOMU #annualfundraiser #kentuckyderby #bourbon #betting

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We're just EIGHT days away from 'Racing for COMU!' 
Join us in watching the 152nd running of the Kentucky Derby while indulging in an evening of betting, bourbon, dining, and live music—all in support of the Museum’s exhibitions, educational programs, and free admission for the community!

Fundraiser festivities will begin at 5:30 PM with pre-race activities, betting, live music, games and special bourbons to set the mood for an exciting evening!

For tickets and more information, visit the link in our bio.
We hope to see you there!

#COMUGA #COMU #RacingForCOMU #annualfundraiser #kentuckyderby #bourbon #betting

Looking for a distinctive venue that blends art, history, and elegance? 🖼️
The Columbus Museum offers a variety of event spaces to accommodate corporate gatherings, weddings, private parties, and more. We have Wedding and Birthday/Shower/Small Event packages available!
By choosing our venue, you not only create a memorable experience for you and your guests, but also support a cultural institution dedicated to enriching the community through art and education.

For more information, click the link below!
https://comuga.org/event-rentals/

#COMU #COMUGA #EventRental #events #TheColumbusMuseum #colga #columbusga

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Looking for a distinctive venue that blends art, history, and elegance? 🖼️
The Columbus Museum offers a variety of event spaces to accommodate corporate gatherings, weddings, private parties, and more. We have Wedding and Birthday/Shower/Small Event packages available!
By choosing our venue, you not only create a memorable experience for you and your guests, but also support a cultural institution dedicated to enriching the community through art and education.

For more information, click the link below!
https://comuga.org/event-rentals/

#COMU #COMUGA #EventRental #events #TheColumbusMuseum #colga #columbusga

The Hardaway Gallery has some new items and returning favorites in this new display: `Art + Disability`! ✨
Artists with disabilities have always been part of American art, but their stories haven’t always been fully told. This installation draws from COMU’s permanent collection to highlight some of the many contributions disabled artists have made, while offering a broader picture of their lives and work.

We invite you to spend time with these works and discover the complexity, and innovation they bring to COMU!
On view now at The Columbus Museum.

#TheColumbusMuseum #COMU #COMUGA #NowOnView #AmericanArt

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The Hardaway Gallery has some new items and returning favorites in this new display: 'Art + Disability'! ✨
Artists with disabilities have always been part of American art, but their stories haven’t always been fully told. This installation draws from COMU’s permanent collection to highlight some of the many contributions disabled artists have made, while offering a broader picture of their lives and work.

We invite you to spend time with these works and discover the complexity, and innovation they bring to COMU!
On view now at The Columbus Museum.

#TheColumbusMuseum #COMU #COMUGA #NowOnView #AmericanArt

Join us, TOMORROW, for our monthly lunch lecture series highlighting topics related to objects and exhibitions currently on view at COMU!
This month, Dr. Jonathan Walz will be joined by Libby Bischof, Professor of History and University Historian at the University of Southern Maine and Executive Director of the Osher Map Library and Smith Center for Cartographic Education, as they talk about one of our newest exhibitions: `Vacationland: American Artists in Maine.`

#COMU #COMUGA #Vacationland #NewExhibition #art #history #maine

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Join us, TOMORROW, for our monthly lunch lecture series highlighting topics related to objects and exhibitions currently on view at COMU! 
This month, Dr. Jonathan Walz will be joined by Libby Bischof, Professor of History and University Historian at the University of Southern Maine and Executive Director of the Osher Map Library and Smith Center for Cartographic Education, as they talk about one of our newest exhibitions: 'Vacationland: American Artists in Maine.' 

#COMU #COMUGA #Vacationland #NewExhibition #art #history #maine
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