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Oscar the Alligator, 1986, Gift of Alabama Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, G.1987.2

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Dorothy Gillespie, Phantom’s Crest III, Painted metal, Gift of a Friend of the Museum, G.2022.56

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Thomas Moran, Sunrise at Mid-Ocean (detail), 1907, Oil on canvas, Gift of Mike and Elizabeth Ogie, G.2018.54

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The Columbus Museum Nominated for USA Today’s 10Best New Museum Award ///

December 3, 2024

The Columbus Museum is proud to announce its nomination for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Award in the Best New Museum category. This national recognition follows the Museum’s recent reimagining, which transformed the space into a vibrant hub for art, history, and community engagement.

The Columbus Museum Nominated for USA Today’s Best New Museum 2025 ///

November 26, 2024

The Columbus Museum has been nominated for USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Award in the category of Best New Museum 2025! This recognition celebrates the Museum’s recent reimagining and its commitment to providing innovative and inspiring experiences in art and history. Voting is open now through December 23 at 11:59 AM, and you can help…

Best Things to Do For Adults and Kids in Columbus, Georgia ///

November 26, 2024

Columbus, situated on the Chattahoochee River, offers a blend of history, outdoor adventure, and family-friendly attractions.

The Columbus Museum Highlighted in LA Review of Books Article on Education and Community ///

November 26, 2024

The Columbus Museum has been featured in the Los Angeles Review of Books’ insightful article, “Rejecting the Siege Mentality in Higher Education.” The piece explores the transformative role of cultural institutions in fostering community engagement and educational collaboration. Highlighting The Columbus Museum as a model for bridging art, history, and education, the article underscores our…

Business Break – The Columbus Museum ///

November 22, 2024

The Columbus Museum speaks about the recent exhibition Reckonings & Reconstructions: Southern Photography from The Do Good Fund.

Reckonings and Reconstructions: Columbus Museum Hosts Final Venue of Acclaimed Photography Exhibition ///

October 17, 2024

The Columbus Museum is proud to announce the opening of Reckonings and Reconstructions: Southern Photography from The Do Good Fund, a landmark exhibition showcasing a compelling range of images that explore the diverse social, cultural, and historical narratives of the American South. The exhibition will be on view at COMU from October 19, 2024, to February…