Art and Museums, November 2017
National Infantry Museum Veterans Day Mini Camp
Kids will enjoy crafts, activities and history lessons about our nation during this mini camp. Register soon as spaces are limited. Open to ages 5 to 11. $10 per camper. Call the Education depart at (706) 653-9234 ext. 5849 to register.
Nov. 11, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., National Infantry Museum, 1775 Legacy Way, Columbus
Veterans Day at the National History Museum
Join the National History Museum for a full day of commemorating those who have served to protect our freedoms. The Museum will be open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is no admission fee, however a $5 per person donation is requested. The Fife and Drum restaurant will be open. Giant Screen Theater documentaries will be shown through the afternoon, beginning at noon, at regular ticket prices. An 11 a.m. Paver Dedication Ceremony will include guest speaker Christopher Donahue, Commandant of the U.S. Army Infantry School.
Nov. 11, National Infantry Museum, 1775 Legacy Way, Columbus
Book Signing with Author COL (Ret) Ralph Puckett
Please join the National Infantry Museum on Veterans Day, Nov. 11 from noon to 3 p.m., for a book signing with author Ralph Puckett. He will sign copies of his latest book, “Ranger: A Soldier’s Life” in the NIM lobby. Copies of the book will be available for purchase.
Nov. 11, noon – 3 p.m., National Infantry Museum, 1775 Legacy Way, Columbus
Smiths Station City Hall Art Galleries, Fall Exhibit
Visit Smiths Station City Hall this season for new fine art installations, featuring area fine arts professionals and art students. Artisans Gallery featured artist is Michele West; Art Students Gallery featured artist is Cayssia David. Show runs through Nov. 14
Through Nov. 14, The Sarah West Gallery of Fine Art, 2750 Lee Road, Smiths Station, Al.
Coffee and Coloring Club
Looking for a relaxing activity to de-stress and create beautiful artwork at the same time? North’s Coffee & Coloring Club is just the thing. All supplies will be provided.
Nov. 14, 4 p.m., North Columbus Public Library, 5689 Armour Road, Columbus
Fall Into Art
Fill Into Art at The Green at Old Town, where you can explore fine art by nearly two dozen artists and artisans. Event is open to the public.
Nov. 16, 5 – 8 p.m., 8272 Dream Boat Drive, Columbus
Meet a Vet & Third Sunday Tours with the National Infantry Museum
Enjoy docent-led tours through key galleries for only $6 per person and meet a veteran. This Saturday’s focus is Introduction to the Infantry. This is a great opportunity to interact and hear firsthand accounts from the soldiers who were there. Enjoy weapons displays, memorabilia and oral history.
Nov. 18, 9 a.m. – noon, National Infantry Museum, 1775 Legacy Way, Columbus
Victorian Christmas Open House at Port Columbus
It’s free family fun! Port Columbus offers this open house as a gift to the amazing community it serves. Refreshments are free, and there will be holiday entertainment and programming. Photos with Santa are available for purchase.
Dec. 3, 12:30 – 5 p.m., National Civil War Naval Museum, 1002 Victory Drive, Columbus