Columbus is the site of Georgia's first city and county consolidated government. It is a city on the move. Columbus is a growing, thriving community where old and new comes together with a sense of new city growth and old city charm. The city’s focus on improving its quality of life can be seen in the RiverCenter for Performing Arts, the Riverwalk, the civic auditorium, the Coca-Cola Space Science Center, new sidewalks around schools, renovations and upgrades of parks and numerous other projects. The Riverwalk now connects the historic downtown riverfront district with the National Infantry Museum, 11 miles down river. Visitors and new residents are instantly impressed with the quality of life that the people have created for themselves. History buffs will enjoy seeing many of the city’s original homes from the 1800s, which have been preserved in their classic form, in the 30-block Columbus Historic District and visiting the Confederate Naval Museum.

Opportunities to enjoy activities like concerts at the River- Center, productions at the Springer Opera House, performances by the Columbus Symphony, special events at the Columbus Museum and many other cultural activities await those interested.