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On View: ‘Jacob Lawrence: African American Modernist’ at Kunsthal KAdE is First Retrospective of Celebrated Artist in Europe

THE FIRST RETROSPECTIVE of Jacob Lawrence (1917-2000) in Europe is currently on view in The Netherlands. “Jacob Lawrence: African American Modernist” at Kunsthal KAdE reflects Lawrence’s entire career across more […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on December 19, 2025

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The Columbus Museum’s Impact Extends Far Beyond Their Gallery Walls: Here’s How You Can Support Their Work This Year

For many young people in Columbus, the museum isn’t just a place to observe art—it’s a place to step into it. Through the Columbus Museum’s Teen Exhibition Council (TEC), local […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on December 18, 2025

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A Museum-Lover’s Weekend in Columbus, Georgia

Columbus, Georgia, the state’s second largest city, punches above its weight with a museum and landmark scene that ranges from immersive military and space exhibits to art, pop culture, music […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on December 15, 2025

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This Historic Georgia Home Is About to Get a New Life

The house where famed artist Alma Thomas grew up will soon become a new museum in Columbus, preserving the legacy of one of the most important figures in American abstract […]

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WTVM’s Holiday Shopping Guide

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WTVM) – Discover the best local events, deals, and shopping experiences to make this holiday season unforgettable. Join Taylor Kinkade and co-host Rob Carter as they travel across […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on December 1, 2025

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7 Fun Things to Do in Columbus, GA

There are so many incredible things to do in Columbus, GA. Here’s a list of some local favorites to get you started.

Posted in Uncategorized , on November 12, 2025

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Major Projects Help Shape the Future of Columbus, GA

Columbus, GA, is undergoing a major transformation with new mixed-use developments, park upgrades, cultural revitalizations and more.

Posted in Uncategorized , on November 6, 2025

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Columbus native featured on ‘60 Minutes.’ What she said and how to watch

A Columbus-born artist was featured in a segment on the world-renowned CBS news show “60 Minutes.” Amy Sherald, a painter known for her portrait of Michelle Obama, was interviewed by Anderson Cooper to […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on October 23, 2025

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Artist Amy Sherald: The 60 Minutes Interview

Amy Sherald spent years painting in obscurity, and almost died from a rare heart condition. Now 52, the artist behind Michelle Obama’s official portrait is one of America’s most celebrated […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on October 19, 2025

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Seams to Be: Exploring the Work of Georgia’s Textile Visionaries

The Georgia Museum of Art’s mission to make art engaging and accessible to all audiences isn’t confined to Athens; it reaches the whole state. The museum and independent guest curator […]

Posted in Uncategorized , on October 15, 2025

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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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