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The Columbus Museum will host multiple events in grand reopening celebration.
On Friday, Apr. 26, The Columbus Museum will host a “Reopening Gala” from 6 p.m.- 11p.m.

It’s the season for awkward photos, from families in matching pajamas to kids screaming on Santa’s lap. And a current exhibit at The Columbus Museum collects some of the most awkward family photos ever, all displayed in period-appropriate frames for a truly hilarious trip down memory lane.

A strong desire to celebrate history and art in Columbus, GA, has always been part of what makes this city unique. With deep roots in theater, music and literature, Columbus continues to pay tribute to some of its most significant artists.

Hannah Israel, professor of art at Columbus State University and director of the university’s Illges Gallery, sees art history as key to understanding the present.

Success in business begins with effectively recruiting talented employees. For some of Georgia’s best-known businesses, having their headquarters in Columbus gives them a competitive advantage.

The Columbus Museum has been named the Best New Museum for 2025 by USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, marking a significant milestone for the recently reimagined cultural institution.

Some family photos are just so awkward, they deserve to be in a museum.

The Columbus Museum in Columbus, Georgia is hosting an exhibit brought to the public by AwkwardFamilyPhotos.com. Through Jan. 7, visitors can explore more than 200 blown-up portraits that bring laughter, nostalgia, and a celebration of the wonderfully imperfect moments that define family life,” according to the museum’s website.

Have you started your holiday shopping yet? If not, no worries – WTVM has your back!
On Tuesday, November 21 at 7 p.m. EST, WTVM is airing a Holiday Shopping Guide – where we will take you on a holiday shopping trip all over the Chattahoochee Valley!
Features include many local businesses such as:
Uptown Columbus
Studio Aesthetics in Old Town
Callaway Gardens
Minick Interiors
Watson Brothers Patio and Hearth
Columbus Museum
Wolf Creek Plantation Winery
The Dime Store and Coffee Club
The City of Opelika
The city of Americus
The Maze Antiques

Rich natural landscapes characterized by coastal beaches, expanses of farmland and imposing mountains, together with the historic significance of being among the first states to secede from the Union in 1861, ensure no shortage of inspiration for filling Georgia’s museums and cultural institutions with enticing exhibitions. If you’re planning to visit Georgia over the coming winter months, here are 10 to look out for.

Awkward Family Photos, a lighthearted and family-friendly exhibition, is now open through Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, at The Columbus Museum.

“This unique show promises to bring laughter, nostalgia, and a celebration of the wonderfully imperfect moments that define family life,” said Kristen Hudson, the museum’s director of marketing and public relations.

The Columbus Museum is excited to announce the opening of its newest lighthearted and family-friendly exhibition, Awkward Family Photos, open from Tuesday, November 14 through Sunday, January 7. This unique show promises to bring laughter, nostalgia, and a celebration of the wonderfully imperfect moments that define family life.