Historic Columbus Foundation

From the 'Atlas to Accompany the Official Records of the Union and Confederate Armies' created and produced by the U.S. Government Printing Office, this map is part of the @comu_ga permanent collection. #historiccolumbusga #columbusga #historicgeorgia #militaryhistory

had crossed the Chattahoochee into Columbus and destroyed Columbus' industrial complex and the Confederacy's last supply center, while leaving homes untouched. Lieutenant H.S. Heywood's sketch on this map shows the location of fortifications around Columbus.

force that had been quickly assembled to guard the city. This fight would later become known as the Battle of Columbus. Federal Lieutenant H.S. Heywood drew this sketch of the battle showing Union forces in blue and Confederate defenses in red. By the next morning, Union troops

On Easter Sunday, April 16, 1865, Union and Confederate forces engaged in the last significant engagement of the Civil War. In a brief nighttime battle in Girard (present-day Phenix City), Union forces under General James H. Wilson attacked and defeated the small, poorly trained

Clifford & Bobsie Swift History Trail were accurate and faithful to the truth. We are forever grateful to him for his generosity of time, immense knowledge, and never-ending kindness. #historiccolumbusga #columbusga #historicpreservation

It was this organization's sincerest pleasure to present Billy Winn with the 2019 Sarah Turner Butler Heritage Award, our highest honor. In recent years, Billy assisted HCF in ensuring that the stories shared about this area's Native American history in the

This month has been a tough one for our community and local history. A few weeks ago, we celebrated the memory of Dr. John Lupold. Today, we honor William W. Winn. Billy loved this community - its history. As Mike Owen said in his tribute to his friend–He was a gift to Columbus.

Pictured here: HCF Executive Director Elizabeth Walden and Florene Dawkins; HCF President Cal Evans and Sheri Evans; Florene Dawkins and Kia Chambers; Garry Pound, Cliff Mason, Eliza Morrill; Fray McCormick, Alayne and Jason Gamache; Catherine Trotter and Janice Biggers

We also presented the Sarah Turner Butler Heritage Award to HCF Executive Committee member, Florene Dawkins. Read the full spotlight on Florene's determination and passionate support for preservation and the arts here: buff.ly/bFxcjFx

At the 2025 Annual Preservation Awards ceremony, Historic Columbus was honored to highlight 16 incredible projects that remind us why preservation matters — because these efforts give us our sense of place, our sense of belonging, and our shared pride in Columbus.

This elegant celebration will also honor our 60th Anniversary Co-Chairs, Mary B. Bradley and Sally B. Hatcher, two tireless advocates for preservation in our community. Thank you to all who purchased tickets in support of historic preservation! #historiccolumbusga

We can't wait to see you all there to help us commemorate this milestone with an unforgettable evening at Green Island Ranch — one of Columbus’ most historic and breathtaking properties.

Our year of celebrating the 60th Anniversary of Historic Columbus is off to a great start! We are thrilled to announce another SOLD OUT event – A Night at the Ranch ✨ A Night at the Ranch will be the signature event to kick off our 60th Anniversary Celebration.

If you missed our announcement of the project, you can visit our website to learn more as well as donate to the project–LINK IN BIO 📲 #historiccolumbusga #almathomas #thisplacematters

Stay tuned as we continue with efforts to safely move the house to its new location in the Liberty Heritage Historic District next door to the Ma Rainey House and Blues Museum.

The next steps for the Alma Thomas House Museum project are underway! The Memorandum of Understanding received final approval from the City Council in January, and the house will be on the move later this spring. We can't wait to share many of the exciting updates with you!

For those who are unable to join us, stay tuned for more exciting events in the coming months and throughout the year. We want to thank everyone who purchased tickets to our first Lunch and Lecture installment of 2026! #historiccolumubusga #columbusgeorgia #thisplacematters

📣 SOLD OUT 📣 This Thursday will be a very special afternoon, as we gather to celebrate the 60th Anniversary of Historic Columbus at this Lunch and Lecture featuring Dr. Garry Pound and a silent art auction benefiting the Alma Thomas House Museum Project.