Former Georgia Rep. Calvin Smyre's portrait is unveiled at the Georgia State Capitol, honoring his legacy and contributions to the state's history.

A retired Columbus lawmaker is received a high honor from his former Colleagues on Tuesday afternoon in Atlanta. That service was honored when Smyre’s portrait was placed on a third-floor wall just outside the House chamber.

Retired state Rep. Calvin Smyre of Columbus poses next to his portrait before it was hung in the Georgia Capitol. Columbus artist Steven Tette painted the oil-on-canvas portrait. Moments later, he helped pull the cover off the portrait, which hangs next to a passage to the chamber.

Former Georgia State Representative Calvin Smyre has achieved many firsts and milestones in his career: he was the first African-American to hold the position of administrative floor leader, the first

Live interview with Calvin Smyre after portrait was unveiled at Georgia capitol