Melanie Watson

The 37th Annual Swan House Ball brings together some of Atlanta’s most outstanding business, social, and community leaders for a night of fun, fashion, fellowship, and philanthropy at Atlanta History Center. Over the years, the ball has included a revolutionary roster of women, both past and present. From philanthropists and CEOs to first ladies and founders, Atlanta’s history is incomplete without honoring some of the defining women who have elevated the city. 

What began as a fun idea to mark the return of in-person holiday celebrations on the heels of the pandemic, quickly turned into an institution-wide desire to create an entire experience and annual tradition to usher in the holiday season. What does it take to put together a community event of this magnitude? The holiday spirit and a massive undertaking.

Recognizing that digital adaptation is critical for the non-profit cultural sector to fulfill its full potential, the Digital Accelerator Program will provide $43 million to help arts organizations invest in strategic improvements to their technology infrastructure. Acceptance into this program will allow us to consolidate our library, archives, and museum collections databases into a single, federated search experience available on our website.

After a decade of working at Atlanta History Center, Senior Sales Manager Steven Dickson has seen and done a lot. If there’s something you need to know, ask Steven––he may have an idea.

From concept planning, garden design and project management, to propagation, installation, ongoing curation and horticultural care of each designated garden—this team does it all and then some.

For nearly four decades, some of Atlanta’s greatest business, social, and community leaders come together each year for a night of fun, fashion, fellowship and philanthropy.

The original Rich’s twin pig monorails and their iconic smiles made Christmas bright for five generations. The Pink Pig lives on in the hearts and minds of everyone who experienced it—and in the permanent collection at Atlanta History Center.

Meet Jasmine Nicole—printmaker, muralist, and 2021 Midtown Heart of the Arts artist-in-residence.

The magic of the holidays is in full bloom at Atlanta History Center. Explore our 33 acres of Goizueta Gardens and enjoy these native plant species known for spreading holiday cheer. 

From September 15 to October 15, in observation of Hispanic Heritage Month, Atlanta History Center is honoring and highlighting the Latinx community for their continuous contributions to American society.

There is a saying that nice guys finish last. In actuality, nice guys come full circle. At least that is the case with Atlanta History Center’s Staffing and Operations Manager, Vince Hart, also known as Mr. Nice.

Atlanta History Center is seeking at least 100 people who are willing to participate in our social impact study. You can help us understand the impact we are having now, how we can do more, and how we can measure it.

Atlanta History Center is home to four honey bee colonies named after real-life women who created a lot of buzz in Atlanta history—Selena Sloan Butler, Frances Newman, Shirley Franklin, and Coretta Scott King

From providing aid near battlefields to serving on the frontlines of a public health crisis, the Red Cross is constantly adapting to the community’s needs.