FAQs

It is difficult to say how much time it would take to visit the Museum. So much depends on the age and interests of those in your group. As a general rule though, it takes approximately an hour to an hour and a half.
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Yes, generally groups of 10 or more are $2.00 per person. Please see our Group Tour page for specific information and requirements.
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Accessible parking for vehicles displaying the appropriate disability permits is located in the parking lot. This parking is available on a first-come, first-serve basis. There is also a drop-off only area, allowing a driver to drop a disabled passenger off at the entrance to the museum. A wheelchair is available free of charge, on a first-come, first-serve basis, inside the entrance. The second floor of the Museum is accessible by elevator. The Museum is also equipped with accessible restrooms, and drinking fountains.
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Free parking is available in the Museum's main parking lot. We do ask that oversized vehicles such as buses and RV's use the area of the parking lot that is farthest from the 6th street entrance. Additional large vehicle parking is available on the Reynolds street side of the building.
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Unfortunately the Museum does not have an on-site eating establishment, or outside area for picnic lunches. The Augusta Riverwalk is located across the street from the Museum and offers space for outdoor eating.

For a list of area restaurants visit

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No. Strollers are permitted but the Museum does not supply strollers to visitors.
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Unless otherwise posted, you are welcome to take pictures of Museum exhibitions for personal use with hand-held cameras, however there is NO FLASH allowed. Please refrain from using your flash in the galleries. No photography for commerical purposes is permitted without the express, written permission of the Augusta Museum of History.
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Call the Museums' front desk (706-722-8454) or email kbates@augustamuseum.org to inquire about a lost item.
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Keep up with the latest Museum news! Send your e-mail address to klinn@augustamuseum.org and mention that you would like to receive the e-newsletter in the subject line or content of the e-mail.
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Please follow this link to our teacher resources page.
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Members may visit the Museum as often as they like each year of active membership. Please note, your membership may entitle you to reciprocal Membership at over 200 other Museums in the country. Please check our membership page for a list of reciprocal memberships and membership level requirements.
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Augusta Museum of History memberships may not be transferred or shared. Benefits may only be used by persons indicated on the membership card.
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Yes, please see our Event Rentals page for more information and pricing.
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Our research library is open to the public by appointment only. Please contact amh@augustamuseum.org to schedule, or call 706-722-8454.
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The Augusta Museum of History cannot appraise, evaluate or provide guidance regarding the sale of artifacts, photographs, printed works or original documents. We would be happy to help you identify and authenticate your object if you are unsure of its use or origin.
Please refer to the websites of the following organizations . While they do not provide appraisals, they do maintain directories of members and their appraisal specialties:
Appraisers Association of America
American Society of Appraisers
International Society of Appraisers
Antiquarian Booksellers' Assocation of America
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Please contact Nancy Glaser or Amanda Klaus by email or telephone (706) 722-8454 to donate items.
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Anyone wishing to use images for commerical use, publication, or other purpose other than fair use as defined by law, must request and receive prior written permission from the Augusta Museum of History. Please contact Nancy Glaser for more information.
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Please contact Nancy Glaser for ticket donations for your fundraiser.
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The Museum is home to more than one million objects. The best way to find out if a particular object is available for viewing is to contact our Registrar Office by email.
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