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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 art.

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

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

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 discuss her work, inspiration and her withdrawal of her art show “American Sublime” this summer from the Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery.

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 painters.

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 Didi Dunphy are presenting “Seams to Be: New Approaches to Textile Techniques,” the fourth installment of “Highlighting Contemporary Art in Georgia,” a series of triennial traveling exhibitions that aim to make contemporary art accessible to large and small communities across the state. This chapter focuses on textile artists who are transforming traditions of craft while celebrating the labor of handwork.

On November 15, Steeplechase at Callaway Gardens will celebrate its 41st annual Race for the Arts. All proceeds raised benefit six local arts organizations: The Columbus Museum, Springer Opera House, RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, the Columbus Symphony Orchestra, Callaway Gardens, and Historic Columbus. Steeplechase has raised over $4 million for its beneficiaries over the last four decades.

Columbus, Georgia, is a city that blends Southern charm with a modern, adventurous spirit. Whether you’re into history, outdoor exploration, art, or dining, this riverside city has plenty to offer. If you’ve been wondering what to do in Columbus, GA, you’ll quickly find that the list is long and diverse. Families, solo travelers, and couples can all discover unique ways to enjoy the city.

The Columbus Museum announced that it is honored to present Hadieh Shafie: Beautiful Words, the first solo museum exhibition in the United States for internationally acclaimed Iranian-American artist Hadieh Shafie, according to officials.