Columbus City Overview
Columbus is the county seat of Lowndes County, Mississippi. Located on the Tombigbee River, it is known for its well-preserved antebellum homes and its role in the origin of Memorial Day.
Location and Climate
Columbus is located in eastern Mississippi. It has a humid subtropical climate.
Best Time to Visit
Spring is best, especially during the Spring Pilgrimage when historic homes are open for tours.
Best Ways to Get Around
A car is essential.
Top 5 Things to Do
- Tour Historic Homes: Visit Tennessee Williams' Home and Welcome Center, or tour other antebellum mansions during Pilgrimage.
- Visit the Mississippi University for Women: Walk the historic campus (the first public college for women in the US).
- Explore the Columbus Riverwalk: Walk or bike along the river.
- Visit Friendship Cemetery: Visit the site where Decoration Day (Memorial Day) began.
- Go Fishing at Columbus Lake: Enjoy the outdoors on the Tennessee-Tombigbee Waterway.