Daily Voting Continues Through December 23 For Columbus Museum In USA Today Nomination

COLUMBUS, GA- Columbus is home to some of the top museum destinations in the State of Georgia. A recent revamp of the Columbus Museum has placed it in the national spotlight as the Columbus Museum is among 20 museums from across the nation competing for a top spot by readers of USA Today for the honor of being named among the best new museums in the country. You can help the museum take top honors by casting your vote daily online.

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The Columbus Museum located at 1251 Wynnton Road in Columbus is the regional home to various art displays and exhibits that highlight the regional history of Columbus and the Chattahoochee Valley among other treasures that extend beyond our region in the museums various exhibits. The museum recently undertook a massive $25 million renovation project that has transformed one of the gems of the Chattahoochee Valley. The Museum reopened in early summer after the 18-month long transformation.

The Columbus Museum has been nominated for USA Today's10 Best Readers' Choice Award in the category of the Best New Museum. The nomination places the Columbus Museum among 20 top new museums nationwide. Those museums on the list were selected by a panel of experts from USA Today and 10Best.com.

The Columbus Museum is not new to the community, but finds its history dating back to 1953. The recent reimagining is the first major renovation at the museum in since 1989 when the museum expanded from 32,000 square feet to more than 86,000 square feet. The museum is one of the largest in the State of Georgia. USA Today highlights not just the museums connection to art and history, but also highlights areas of the museum to include new features such as; expansive views, abundant natural lighting, links to the Bradley Olmstead Garden, an interactive children's galley and garden, and much more.

Since reopening earlier this year the museum has welcomed tens of thousands of guests, with its engaging exhibitions, interactive programs, and spaces that inspire learning and connection.

"This nomination is a testament to the dedication of our community and the Museum's mission to connect people with art and history in meaningful ways," said Marianne Richter, Director of the Columbus Museum in a November press release. "We're honored to be recognized and invite everyone to vote daily to help us secure this incredible distinction."

HOW TO VOTE

Those looking to vote can do so daily by visiting 10.best.usatoday.com. Once on the link find the Columbus Museum under the best new museum category and cast your vote.

Readers can vote once per day until the polling closes on December 23, 2024, at 11:59 p.m. The winner will be announced on the Friday that follows the close of voting.