Exhibits
News & Upcoming Events
Admiral's Circle​
The Admiral's Circle was established to honor those who have shown exemplary community involvement, steadfast commitment to our history and preservation, and who have been instrumental in the continued success of this institution. We are pleased to announce Frank J. Bickerstaff III will join this select group. We are excited to acknowledge and honor his many years of selfless service. We hope you will join us as we welcome Frank into the Admiral's Circle. He is very deserving of this honor. There will be live entertainment, heavy hors d'oeuvres with a presentation and cannon firing.
When: Thursday, May 2 at 6:30pm
Tickets: $100 each 0r $150 per couple
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Mother's Day Tea​
Ladies, please join us Mother’s Day weekend for our next Victorian Tea where you will enjoy a brief program about Julia Dent Grant, the wife of U.S. Grant. As is the custom, we will serve delicious scones, clotted cream, and petifores along with hot tea and cool lemonade. The tea and program combined should last no more than 2 hours.
When: Saturday, May 11 at 1pm
Cost: $30+tax *includes keepsake teacup and saucer, tickets are nonrefundable
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Juneteenth​
Join us for a day of celebration and history. Learn the story behind Juneteenth, where and why it was first celebrated, and how its recognition can transform what we think about history. Our historian will give a talk about Juneteenth at 1pm followed by a staff guided tour featuring Civil War era freedom seekers.
When: Wednesday, June 19 at 1pm
Cost: FREE admission all day
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Volunteer Meetup
Interested in history? Like meeting new people? Have some time to volunteer? This is your perfect opportunity. The museum is looking for volunteers to serve as tour guides and guest service representatives. Scheduling is flexible and no extensive knowledge of Civil War naval history is necessary. Training will be provided. Attend a meet-up and see if this is a good fit for you.
When: First Monday of the month @ 1:00pm
RSVP appreciated but not required
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Animals on Board
Recently, historians have turned their attention to the roles of animals and how their presence shaped the daily experiences of the Civil War era. While much of this scholarship has focused on animals in the armies, an examination of animals in the navies can inform new depictions of life at sea during the war.
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Columbus: A Civil War City
We need your help to complete our newest permanent exhibit. This exhibit will tell the story of the people, industry, and events that defined Columbus and the Chattahoochee Valley during the most important era of our nation’s history.
