Things to do in Columbus
Coca-Cola Space Science Center
Hands on learning and fun for all ages in the area of space science education and astronomy. It includes the Challenger Learning Center, Mead Observatory and the Omnisphere Theater where you can experience eye-popping, heart thumping shows such as laser concerts, astronomy shows and children's shows. Call (706) 649-1470 for more information.
701 Front Avenue, Columbus, GA
Columbus Museum
The Columbus Museum is unique in the Southeast for its focus on American art and regional history. The Museum features changing art and history exhibitions, almost 300 years of American fine and decorative art, the history of the Chattahoochee Valley and Transformations, a hands-on discovery gallery for kids. Call (706) 748-2562 for more information.
1251 Wynnton Rd., Columbus, GA
Historic Columbus Heritage Tour
Take Our Heritage Corner Tour in the heart of the Columbus Historic District. Tours daily at 2:00 p.m. Included on the tour: the town home of Dr. John S. Pemberton, Originator of the formula for Coca-Cola, Trader's Log Cabin c.1800, Walker-Peters-Langdon House c.1828 and Grounds, as well as homes dating from early 1800's to 1870. Special tours also available. Call (706) 323-7979 for more information.
708 Broadway, Columbus, GA
National Civil War Naval Museum
Visit Port Columbus National Civil War Naval Museum, and discover the most pivotal period of naval history. Follow Admiral Farragut onto a replica of his flagship, USS Hartford. Go below deck and see where the sailors slept, ate and passed time. Climb on board the famous ironclad CSS Albemarle and brace yourself for combat as the ship comes under attack and the crew scrambles to battle station. Then, stand at the bow of the CSS Jackson and view the 225-foot long hull of the largest surviving scratch-made ironclad in the world. Call (800) 742-2811 for more information.
1002 Victory Drive, Columbus, GA
Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center
Hands on Interpretive facility focusing on natural history. Includes 1600 acres of wetland habitat, wildlife trails and a nature discovery center featuring live animals. Call (706) 649-4090 for more information.
3535 South Lumpkin Rd, Columbus, GA