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Art & Culture
Atlanta '96: Shaping an Olympic and Paralympic City
1-2 HoursDiscover stories and memories of the Centennial Olympic Games.
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Art & Culture
Cyclorama: The Big Picture
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursExperience the restored Battle of Atlanta cyclorama painting.
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Art & Culture
Gatheround: Stories of Atlanta
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursWeaving Atlanta’s stories and artifacts together — past, present, and future.
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Historic Houses
Smith Farm
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursThe story of Georgia farm life and enslavement at Atlanta’s oldest farmhouse.
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Historic Houses
Smith Farm Gardens
Kid FavoriteLess than 1 hourA variety of heirloom plants, flowers, and heritage breed animals at Smith Farm.
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Historic Houses
Swan House
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursThe 1928 mansion listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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Historic Houses
Swan House Gardens
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursGardens of the Inman estate designed by Phillip Trammell Shutze.
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Art & Culture, Historic Houses
Telling Stories: Gone With the Wind and American Memory
1-2 HoursLocated at Atlanta History Center Midtown, Telling Stories: Gone With the Wind and American Memory examines the making and meaning of this influential tale.
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Art & Culture, Women's History
The Road to Good Taste: The Design Life of Ruby Ross Wood
Less than 1 hourAtlanta History Center is proud to present a new exhibition on the life and work of one of America’s most influential interior designers. From her early days as a journalist to opening her own firm, Ruby Ross Wood’s work was always characterized by eclectic combinations of furniture, bold color choices, and impeccable taste.
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Historic Houses
Wood Cabin
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursAn example of a log structure built when North Georgia was the frontier.
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Historic Houses
Homes Through the Centuries Tour
Appointment Required1-2 HoursAn exploration of Atlanta History Center’s 19th and 20th century historic homes.
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Art & Culture, Historic Houses
Mandarin Shutze: A Chinese Export Life
1-2 HoursA showcase of Swan House architect Phillip Trammell Shutze’s collection.
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Art & Culture
Native Lands
Less than 1 hourImmerse yourself in the art, music, and ceremony of the Creeks and the Cherokees.
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Art & Culture
Rountree Visual Vault
Less than 1 hourA rotating showcase of portions of our museum collections.
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Art & Culture, Women's History
Seeking Eden
Less than 1 hourAn exhibition highlighting the importance of historic gardens in Georgia.
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Art & Culture
Special Treasures Tour of Cherokee Garden Library
Appointment Required1-2 HoursDiscover the remarkable gems in the Cherokee Garden Library collection.
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Art & Culture
The Battle of Atlanta Cyclorama: Curator Tour
Appointment Required1-2 HoursHidden details of The Battle of Atlanta cyclorama painting.
Food & Drink
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Souper Jenny
1-2 HoursA warm, eclectic space offering a unique twist to the museum dining experience.
Group Discounts. 10 or more.
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Group Activities
Curated Tours
Half dayExplore a variety of historical subjects alongside of our experts.
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Atlanta History Center is open
Tuesday–Sunday from 9am–4pm;
historic houses open at 11am.
Atlanta History Center
130 West Paces Ferry Road NW
Atlanta, GA 30305
Free onsite parking
Map & Directions
404.814.4000
Campus Map
Upcoming Events. See all.
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History on the Rocks: Gone with the Gin
Thursday, May 1 @ 5pm -
Ryan Hendrickson
Author of Tip of the Spear: The Incredible Story of an Injured Green Beret's Return to BattleTuesday, May 6 @ 7:30pm -
Toddler Storytime: Play Ball!
Wednesday, May 7 @ 10am - 11:40am -
Cherokee Garden Library Celebrates 50 Years & Growing with Charlotte Moss
Wednesday, May 7 @ 7pm