Columbus Collective Museums

About Columbus Collective Museums

Columbus Collective Museums comprises eight separate museums housed in a restored 1946 tile and marble company warehouse in Columbus, Georgia. The world-famous Lunch Box Museum contains over 7,000 vintage lunch boxes spanning a century of American pop culture, from Dick Tracy and Green Hornet memorabilia to contemporary designs. Visitors also explore the Hatcher Family Cola Museums, the Tom Huston Peanut Museum, the Georgia Radio Museum, the Car Museum, the Chero-Cola Story exhibit, and the Folk Art Museum. Each collection showcases local industrial heritage and regional history through colorful displays and historical recreations. The museums operate with interpretive signage and guided tours to educate guests about the evolution of pop culture and technology in America. The facility has been recognized by the Smithsonian and featured in national publications including CBS Sunday Morning. A visit suits anyone interested in Americana, local history, vintage collectibles, and regional industrial culture. The museums charge admission.