Gospel Brunch
January 8, 2012
11:00am - 1:00pm
Dive into some of the roots of rock and roll music at the Sunday Gospel Brunch at the Columbus Museum. Dine on an array of delectable New Orleans-style breakfast and lunch items while listening to soulful music provided by the G.E.N.E.S.I.S. Gospel Choir.
Buy Tickets: $25 Museum Members/$30 Non-members
An Evening with Chuck Leavell
February 28, 2012
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Chuck Leavell is one of the most respected and sought-after piano and keyboard players in modern music history. He worked both as a solo artist and as a musician with The Rolling Stones, Eric Clapton, George Harrison, The Allman Brothers Band, and many others. This evening he will be sharing stories and performing many hits that will make for a memorable music experience.
Buy Tickets: $25 Museum Members/$30 Non-members
The Return in Concert
March 30, 2012
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Do you love The Beatles? Then save the date for The Return in concert on March 30th! The Return, is recognized as one of the premier Beatles tribute bands in America. They are considered by many critics to be the most realistic cast paying homage to the “Fab Four;” so realistic, The Return was invited to appear on the ABC network television show Good Morning America.
Buy Tickets: $25 Museum Members/$30 Non-members
Lunch and Lecture
First Thursday of the Month
Noon - 1 p.m.
Enjoy your lunch and join a lively discussion with local and regional art and history professionals about themes found in the Museum’s permanent collection and temporary exhibitions. If you are interested in purchasing an $8 lunch, please contact Mary Luby at 706.748.2562, ext. 651 or mluby@columbusmuseum.com by the Monday prior to each program.
March 8: Bertis Downs, former attorney and advisory for R.E.M will share his experiences in the music industry.
April 5th: Archaeologists Dean Wood and Pam Baughman will discuss the Georgia Leake Site from its discovery to today.
Art and Soul
6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Join us on Thursday nights for Art & Soul, a new program that combines an art and history talk followed by great local and regional music. This program is free; no registration is required. Refreshments are provided.
February 23: Ed Cox, renowned jazz saxophonist and music historian will be highlighting music history through stories and song.
Reel to Reel
Taking film viewing to another level, the Columbus Museum is offering the Reel to Reel film series. During these fun-filled evenings, you can participate in costume contests, film discussions and more. Each month a new film will be discovered in new ways. Discussions or other related activities on the films start at 6 p.m., with the films starting at 6:30 p.m. This program is FREE and no registration is required!
Thursday, February 16th: Rejoice and Shout (Rated PG) This film traces the evolution of gospel through its many musical styles - spirituals and early hymns, four-part harmony-based quartets, bules and swing, soul, rap, and hip-hop elements. Rejoice and Shout connects the history of African-American culture with gospel as it first impacted popular culture at large. Before the film, the influence of gospel music on other musical arts will be discussed.
