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ATL History
Atlanta '96: Shaping an Olympic and Paralympic City
1-2 HoursDiscover stories and memories of the Centennial Olympic Games.
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ATL History
Cyclorama: The Big Picture
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursExperience the restored Battle of Atlanta cyclorama painting.
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ATL History
Gatheround: Stories of Atlanta
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursWeaving Atlanta’s stories and artifacts together — past, present, and future.
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ATL History
Kenan Research Center
Appointment Required1-2 HoursExtensive primary source holdings for the study for Atlanta.
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ATL History
Monument: The Untold Story of Stone Mountain Film Screening
Less than 1 hourA documentary film that delves into the controversial history of Stone Mountain, including the origin of the carving and the complicated relationships between historical events and key players who established the monument.
Showtimes
Tuesday–Friday: 1:30pm and 2:30pm
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ATL History
More Than Brave: The Life of Henry Aaron
1-2 HoursMore Than Brave will tell the story of Henry Aaron from his time in Mobile, Alabama, to his record making baseball career and through his life as a leader in baseball, business and charitable causes.
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ATL History
Smith Farm
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursThe story of Georgia farm life and enslavement at Atlanta’s oldest farmhouse.
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ATL History
Smith Farm Gardens
Kid FavoriteLess than 1 hourA variety of heirloom plants, flowers, and heritage breed animals at Smith Farm.
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ATL History
Swan House
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursThe 1928 mansion listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
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ATL History
Swan House Gardens
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursGardens of the Inman estate designed by Phillip Trammell Shutze.
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ATL History
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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ATL History
Fair Play: The Bobby Jones Story
Less than 1 hourDiscover the American hero who transcended sports during the Great Depression.
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ATL History
Locomotion: Railroads and the Making of Atlanta
Kid FavoriteLess than 1 hourThe restored locomotive Texas and Zero Mile Post tell Atlanta’s origin story.
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ATL History
Native Lands
Less than 1 hourImmerse yourself in the art, music, and ceremony of the Creeks and the Cherokees.
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ATL History
Rountree Visual Vault
Less than 1 hourA rotating showcase of portions of our museum collections.
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ATL History
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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Toddler Storytime: Alphabet Soup
Wednesday, Dec 4 @ 10am - 11:40am -
4-H December Community Club Meeting
Sunday, Dec 8 @ 2pm - 3:30pm -
Toni Tipton-Martin and Morgan Bolling in conversation with Kim Severson
When Southern Women Cook: History, Lore, and 300 Recipes with Contributions from 70 Women WritersTuesday, Dec 10 @ 7pm -
Homeschool Day: World War II and Georgia
Thursday, Dec 19 @ 10am - 12:30pm