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About Us | Augusta Museum of History
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Thurs - Sat 10am | Sun 1pm - 5pm | Mon - Wed CLOSED
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Free for Members | Adults: $7 | Seniors: $6 | Child 6-18: $5 (Children under 6 Free)
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Protect and Serve
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Augustas Story
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WBBQ
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Augusta, 1864
Delightful Decanter
Childs World
Glamorous Gowns
Tying the Knot
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Camp Hancock: WWI in Augusta
A History of the Georgia Railroad and Banking Comp
1797 Ezekiel Harris House
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Brown Bag History Lecture Series
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2014 Holiday Gingerbread Village
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2017 Holiday Gingerbread Village
Holiday Gingerbread Village Pictures
2018 Holiday Gingerbread Villa
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2023 Holiday Gingerbread Village
Jimmie Dyess Symposium
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About Augusta History Museum
Mission Statement
The Augusta Museum of History collects, preserves, and interprets history in relation to the past of Augusta and Central Savannah River region for the education and enrichment of present and future generations.
Organization History
Founded in 1937, the Augusta Museum of History is Augusta's oldest historical agency devoted to the preservation and presentation of local and regional history. The not-for-profit agency functions as the steward of the community's rich, diverse, and invaluable material past. The museum curates the largest and most significant historical collection in the CSRA and functions as a historical research and resource center for professional and amateur historians, media, organizations, and individuals, and is home to permanent exhibition
Augusta's Story
, a 12,000 year journey through the region's past. The exhibition has received several awards including the prestigious Certificate of Commendation from the American Association for State and Local History, the Georgia Historical Society Local Achievement Award, and the Georgia Association of Museums and Galleries Permanent Exhibition of the Year, 1998. The museum also hosts a permanent exhibition on the history of healthcare in Augusta,
A Community that Heals
, a permanent exhibition chronicling the railroad and banking operations of the most important company of Augusta and Georgia,
Into the Interior: A History of the Georgia Railroad & Banking Company
, and a Transportation Corridor showcasing a 1920's trolley car, a 1914 locomotive and a reconstructed 1930's gas station.
In 2003, the museum constructed The Knox Foundation Center for the Preservation and Study of the CSRA History and the Educational Resource Center. The 10,000 square-foot addition includes a research library/archives, storage for museum collections, and an artifact conservation/preparation laboratory. In 2004, the museum assumed management of the 1797 Ezekiel Harris House with new interpretation and exhibits. In 2005, Augusta Museum of History achieved the highest recognition for a museum, accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM). The Augusta Museum of History is Augusta's only accredited museum; one of only twenty in the state. Accreditation is the museum profession's highest seal of approval, recognizing an adherence to best practices and the highest professional standards.
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Thursday - Saturday: 10AM - 5PM
Sunday: 1PM - 5PM
Monday - Wednesday: Closed
Admission
$7 Adults | $6 Seniors | $5 Children
Free for Children Under Age 6
Contact Us
Augusta Museum of History
560 Reynolds Street
Augusta, Georgia 30901
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Phone: 706.722.8454
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Programs and Events
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About Us
Hours:
Thurs - Sat 10am | Sun 1pm - 5pm | Mon - Wed CLOSED
Admission:
Free for Members | Adults: $7 | Seniors: $6 | Child 6-18: $5 (Children under 6 Free)
Broad Street Parking
ℹ
Membership
Donate
Visit
Directions
Admission & Hours
First Level Gallery Map
Second Level Gallery Map
Tours
Exhibits
Museum Exhibits
Signature Exhibitions
Baab's Bottles
Celebrating a Grand Tradition
Dyess
Medical
Local Legends
Protect and Serve
James Brown
Canteens
Augustas Story
Transportation
Railroad
WBBQ
Special Exhibitions
Past Exhibitions
Augusta, 1864
Delightful Decanter
Childs World
Glamorous Gowns
Tying the Knot
Online Exhibitions
Camp Hancock: WWI in Augusta
A History of the Georgia Railroad and Banking Comp
1797 Ezekiel Harris House
Programs and Events
Programs
Behind the Scenes
Brown Bag History Lecture Series
Curious Kids
Movies at the Museum
Music at the Museum
Time Detectives
Voices of the Past
Events
All Aboard! The Museum Express
Great Building Showdown
Holiday Gingerbread Village
2011 Holiday Gingerbread Village
2012 Holiday Gingerbread Village
2013 Holiday Gingerbread Village
2014 Holiday Gingerbread Village
2015 Holiday Gingerbread Village
2016 Holiday Gingerbread Village
2017 Holiday Gingerbread Village
Holiday Gingerbread Village Pictures
2018 Holiday Gingerbread Villa
2022 Holiday Gingerbread Village
2019 Holiday Gingerbread Village
2021 Holiday Gingerbread Village
2023 Holiday Gingerbread Village
Jimmie Dyess Symposium
Past Honorees
Juneteenth
Night at the Museum
Search All
Collections
Collection Categories
Archaeology
Fine Arts
Books & Published Works
Clothing & Textiles
Documents and Manuscripts
Maps & Blueprints
Media
Objects
Photographs & Postcards
Weapons
Collection Care Articles
Preserving Paper and Photos
Scanning and Access
Wedding Memories
Disasters
Education
Field Trips
Educational Programs
Hunt for History
Primary Source Program
Educational Resources
Teacher Resources
Curriculum
Homeschool Resources
Private Rentals
Weddings and Special Events
Garden City Room, Theater, and Activity Center
Museum Shop
About Us
Staff & Board of Trustees
Job Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
Contact
Past Museum Directors
Staff & Board of Trustees
Job Opportunities
Volunteer Opportunities
Contact
Past Museum Directors
About Augusta History Museum
Mission Statement
The Augusta Museum of History collects, preserves, and interprets history in relation to the past of Augusta and Central Savannah River region for the education and enrichment of present and future generations.
Organization History
Founded in 1937, the Augusta Museum of History is Augusta's oldest historical agency devoted to the preservation and presentation of local and regional history. The not-for-profit agency functions as the steward of the community's rich, diverse, and invaluable material past. The museum curates the largest and most significant historical collection in the CSRA and functions as a historical research and resource center for professional and amateur historians, media, organizations, and individuals, and is home to permanent exhibition
Augusta's Story
, a 12,000 year journey through the region's past. The exhibition has received several awards including the prestigious Certificate of Commendation from the American Association for State and Local History, the Georgia Historical Society Local Achievement Award, and the Georgia Association of Museums and Galleries Permanent Exhibition of the Year, 1998. The museum also hosts a permanent exhibition on the history of healthcare in Augusta,
A Community that Heals
, a permanent exhibition chronicling the railroad and banking operations of the most important company of Augusta and Georgia,
Into the Interior: A History of the Georgia Railroad & Banking Company
, and a Transportation Corridor showcasing a 1920's trolley car, a 1914 locomotive and a reconstructed 1930's gas station.
In 2003, the museum constructed The Knox Foundation Center for the Preservation and Study of the CSRA History and the Educational Resource Center. The 10,000 square-foot addition includes a research library/archives, storage for museum collections, and an artifact conservation/preparation laboratory. In 2004, the museum assumed management of the 1797 Ezekiel Harris House with new interpretation and exhibits. In 2005, Augusta Museum of History achieved the highest recognition for a museum, accreditation by the American Alliance of Museums (AAM). The Augusta Museum of History is Augusta's only accredited museum; one of only twenty in the state. Accreditation is the museum profession's highest seal of approval, recognizing an adherence to best practices and the highest professional standards.
Past Museum Directors
Museum Archive Newsletter
Join Our Mailing List
Sign up for the Augusta Museum of History Newsletter and stay up-to-date with the latest news.
Learn More
Become a Member
Enrich your experience at the Augusta Museum of History with the benefits and privileges of membership.
Learn More
Donate Today
From supporting preservation of collections to presenting the areas history through exhibits and programs, your annual gift...
Learn More
Connect with us
YouTube
Quick Links
Museum Tours
Directions
Staff & Board
Become a Member
Become a Volunteer
Donate
Museum Hours
Thursday - Saturday: 10AM - 5PM
Sunday: 1PM - 5PM
Monday - Wednesday: Closed
Admission
$7 Adults | $6 Seniors | $5 Children
Free for Children Under Age 6
Contact Us
Augusta Museum of History
560 Reynolds Street
Augusta, Georgia 30901
Get Directions ›
Phone: 706.722.8454
Copyright © 2026
Augusta Museum of History
. All rights reserved.
Website Designed by
Powerserve
Visit
Exhibits
Programs and Events
Collections
Education
Private Rentals
Museum Shop
About Us