COLUMBUS MUSEUM

COLUMBUS, GA

The Columbus Museum is a historical and art museum located in Columbus, Georgia. The museum was founded in 1953 and has since become a significant cultural center for the city and the surrounding area. The museum features a diverse collection of exhibits, including American art, regional history, and natural science.

The American art collection includes works by renowned artists such as Rembrandt Peale, Gilbert Stuart, and John Singer Sargent. In addition to the permanent collection, the museum hosts rotating exhibits that highlight specific artists or themes.

The regional history exhibit showcases the history of Columbus and the surrounding area, including its role in the Civil War, the cotton industry, and its growth as a transportation hub. The exhibit includes artifacts such as weapons, clothing, and photographs that offer a glimpse into the area's past.

The natural science exhibit features interactive displays and dioramas that explore the flora and fauna of the region. Visitors can learn about the ecology of the Chattahoochee River and the diverse wildlife that calls the area home.

The Columbus Museum is also home to a research library and archives, which contain a wealth of information on the history and culture of the region. Overall, the museum offers a fascinating look at the history and art of Columbus and the surrounding area.

COLUMBUS MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in COLUMBUS GA. US MID #8401300100

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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COLUMBUS MUSEUM
1251 WYNNTON ROAD
COLUMBUS
GA
31906-2898

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