COLUMBIA HISTORICAL MUSEUM

WEST COLUMBIA, TX

The Columbia Historical Museum is a small but fascinating museum located in West Columbia, Texas. Founded in 1985, the museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of Columbia and the surrounding area. The museum is housed in a beautiful, red-brick building that was originally constructed in 1896 as the First National Bank of Columbia.

Inside the museum, visitors will find an impressive collection of artifacts, photographs, and documents that tell the story of Columbia and its people. Exhibits cover a range of topics, including early settlement, Native American history, the Civil War, and local industry and agriculture. One of the museum's most popular exhibits is the recreated 1940s-era soda fountain, which offers visitors a taste of old-fashioned treats like ice cream sodas and milkshakes.

In addition to its exhibits, the Columbia Historical Museum also hosts a variety of special events and programs throughout the year, including lectures, workshops, and community celebrations. The museum is open Tuesday through Saturday, and admission is free. Whether you're a history buff or just looking for a fun and educational day out, the Columbia Historical Museum is a must-see destination in West Columbia, Texas.

COLUMBIA HISTORICAL MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in WEST COLUMBIA TX. US MID #8404801912

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mount Plains (Colorado, Kansas, Montana, North Dakota, Nebraska, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Dakota, Texas, Wyoming).

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COLUMBIA HISTORICAL MUSEUM ASSOCIATION INC
PO BOX 867
WEST COLUMBIA
TX
77486

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