Our Author Talks aim to connect writers with readers for thought-provoking discussions about life and literature.
Our lineup features a variety of breakthrough, award-winning, and bestselling authors of history, biography, fiction, memoir, and more.
Upcoming talks. Join us.
Author of Love, Rita: An American Story of Sisterhood, Joy, Loss and LegacyWednesday, Apr 9 @ 7:00 pm
Author of On Air: The Triumph and Tumult of NPRWednesday, Apr 16 @ 7:00 pm
Author of The Fate of the Generals: MacArthur, Wainwright, and the Epic Battle for the PhilippinesWednesday, Apr 23 @ 7:00 pm
Author of Tip of the Spear: The Incredible Story of an Injured Green Beret’s Return to BattleTuesday, May 6 @ 7:30 pm- Author of The Book Club for Troublesome WomenWednesday, May 14 @ 7:00 pm
Archive. Highlights.
Rogues: True Stories of Grifters, Killers, Rebels and Crook
Unworthy Republic: The Dispossession of Native Americans and the Road to Indian Territory. In conversation with GPB’s Virginia Prescott.
Up All Night: Ted Turner, CNN, and the Birth of 24-Hour News. In conversation with GPB’s Virginia Prescott.
Memorial Drive: A Daughter’s Memoir. In conversation with GPB’s Virginia Prescott.
Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents. In conversation with Jon Meacham.
Afterlife. Featuring GPB’s Virginia Prescott.
The Book of Longings. In conversation with GPB’s Virginia Prescott.
Luster in conversation conversation with ART ATL’s Gail O’ Neill
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Programs & Events
Back for its 56th year, Living Room Learning was started by Sweet Briar College alumnae. The series offers university-level lectures for lifelong learners who seek to expand their knowledge without having to take a final exam. Join us for this 7-week daytime lecture course.
Programs & Events
Atlanta History Center offers a variety of annual programs that explore and celebrate our shared history.
Programs & Events
Collaboratively, we develop historically accurate, culturally relevant, and provocative programs, exhibitions, theatrical productions, lectures, author panels, videos, and a host of other experiences.
Buildings & Grounds
McElreath Hall houses many important components of Atlanta History Center, including Kenan Research Center and Woodruff Auditorium.
