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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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‘I have always loved art’ Columbus native; UGA graduate honored in New York Art contest ///

A Columbus native and recent UGA honors graduate has 5,000 reasons to celebrate. Artist, Temple Douglass won second place in AXA Art Prize, winning a cash prize of $5,000. Douglass’ passion for art did not develop overnight; even after securing a prize from the New York art contest, Douglass points towards her parents expressing thankfulness…

Why ‘Flora & Fauna: Drawings from The Columbus Museum’s Collection’ is a Must-See this Season ///

As The Columbus Museum continues to undergo a massive renovation, all of the Museum’s exhibitions are on rotation with local partners across town. The latest is a collection of drawings presented in partnership with the W.C. Bradley Museum located at 1017 Front Ave.

‘Awkward Family Photos’ exhibit to open in Columbus this November ///

The past few years, awkward family pictures have inspired contemporary photoshoots, questionable fashion choices and, now, even an art exhibit. The Columbus Museum is set to open its “Awkward Family Photos” exhibition on Nov. 14, bringing a little bit of fun to the holiday season.

Flora and Fauna Exhibit: Newest stop on Columbus museum’s tour ///

The Columbus Museum on tour has opened up a new exhibit at the W.S. Bradley Museum. Flora and Fauna features drawings from around 30 artists from Columbus as well as other renowned artists from across the nation.

Kristen Hudson of The Columbus Museum Discusses the Flora & Fauna Exhibit ///

Director of Marketing and Public Relations at The Columbus Museum Kristen Hudson talks about the Flora & Fauna Exhibit at the W.C. Bradley Museum. This exhibit will be on display until December 8th.

14 Things To Do In Columbus, Georgia: a Fun Border Town ///

Columbus is the second largest city in the state of Georgia in terms of population. It hugs the state line between Georgia and Alabama and is separated from Phenix City, Alabama, by a bridge over the Chattahoochee River. That river is home to the Chattahoochee Whitewater Park, which is among the top 12 manmade adventures…