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Welcome to Isabel Anderson Comer Museum & Arts Center, where history, culture, and art intertwine to offer a captivating experience for all visitors.
Discover
Explore exhibitions showcasing a diverse range of art, artifacts, and historical collections that aim to educate, inspire, and engage our audience in meaningful ways.
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Artifacts and Ancient Wonders
Delve into the past with our collection of ancient artifacts, each telling a unique story of civilizations long gone.
Jim Nabors Gallery
Visit a gallery full of personal items of Jim Nabors, widely known as the lovable Gomer Pyle. View his yearbooks, hold the scripts from the comedy shows he was on, and learn how he got his start in show business.
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Capturing Essence - Sculptures and Art
Enjoy an array of photography, paintings, and sculptures that reflect the history and beauty of our beloved Marble City, with pieces such as the lovely "Miss Alabama," sculpted by Giuseppi Moretti in the early 20th Century.
Much, Much More!
Our collections and galleries cover the entire history and lifestyles of the marble city, past and present. There's always something new to see and discover.
New Feature!!
Museum Matinee!
Starting on June 27th, the Comer Museum will be showing films throughout the history of cinema! On the last Saturday of each month, from 2pm to 3:30pm, stop by and enjoy a variety of cinematic masterpieces that once graced our local, beloved theatres.
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Enjoy fresh popcorn from our new vintage kettle popper, refreshing sodas, and stimulating discussions with fellow cinephiles.
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See you at the Movies!!
Showing Soon!
Just Imagine (1930)
A fascinating look at early 20th Century America and their take on what the future of 1980 would be like. Filled with optimistic visions and whimsical perspectives, this film is a must see for all movie lovers!
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Showtime is June 27th, 2-3:30 PM.
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The Comer Museum will be hosting its Public Archaeology Forum on the first Thursday of every month from 3 pm - 7 pm. These events are open to the general public. Click HERE for a list of expected meeting dates.
Anyone interested in local history, prehistory, and archaeology is encouraged to attend! Come speak with our resident archaeologist and discuss local history, bring artifacts for identification, do your part as a citizen scientist to contribute to the archaeological record!
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We look forward to seeing you there!
SNACKS!!
coffee!!
Adventure!!
Paranormal Investigation Results
Check out the results of Alabama's Most Haunted's investigation of the Comer Museum, now available to watch on YouTube. If you thought you were creeped out by the darker side of the museum before....
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Disembodied voices screaming "get out", footsteps and knocking throughout the night, investigators being pushed and pulled, then someone decides to take Harriet down to the basement to see what would happen... and they did. You can too!! Click on the thumbnail link to share in the experience!
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Upcoming Event!!
​Featured
Artist: Michelle Watson ​
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The featured artist for the month of June is Michelle Watson. Come visit our art gallery anytime during the month to experience Michelle's colorful and upbeat painting style! ​​​
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The museum will be hosting a public reception for the artist from 6PM - 8pm on June 18th. Be sure to join us for free refreshments and purchase your next piece of art. Don't miss this incredible exhibit!!
Upcoming Event!!
Jim Nabors 96th Birthday Celebration​
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Well Sur-prise, sur-prise, sur-prise! It's Jim Nabors' "aka--- Gomer Pyle's" 96th Birthday. We will celebrate at the Comer Museum June 12th and 13th with videos and music. On June 13th at 12 noon we will be serving Jim Nabors favorite desserts, straight from his mother's own recipes!
Don't miss the celebration!
Upcoming Event!!
​250th National Anniversary Celebration​
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Come celebrate our nation's 250th Anniversary at the Comer Museum! The museum staff will be in period garb for a public reading of the Declaration of Independence. All are encouraged to attend in historical garb as well (1776, 1876, 1976, and 2026 are all acceptable eras of dress). Come celebrate the Semiquincentennial this 4th of July with us!
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On Saturday the 4th of July, the museum will be providing free hot dogs, chips, and drinks courtesy of local sponsors - Lion's Club, Imerys, Radney-Smith, and the Sylacauga Historical Commission. Be sure to join us for free food and patriotic revelry. See you on the fourth!!
