The Wren's Nest
The Wren’s Nest, the historic home of Joel Chandler Harris, and the birthplace of the American illustrated storybook is a cultural center in Atlanta, Georgia that promotes literacy and celebrates the heritage of African and Indigenous folklore through the art of storytelling in all of its contemporary forms, including student publishing, concerts, events, tours, and a free children’s book program. The Wren’s Nest serves as an educational resource for the West End community, the greater Atlanta area, and visitors from around the globe.
Drag Queen Story Hour at The Wren's Nest
National Poetry Month Celebration
One Day Soon Come
The Wren's Nest Séance
The Wren’s Nest is proud to present our brand new Halloween-time experience, SÉANCE. Join us and a fleet of spirits for this family friendly fall season event that brings to life the séance craze popular around the turn of the 20th century.
The Wren’s N...Ghost Hunting
The Southeastern Institute of Paranormal Research is coming to The Wren's Nest for two nights of ghost hunting!
Our 150-year-old house holds a lot of history, stories, and secrets—both good and bad. If these walls could talk...well, maybe they can? Find out as experts inv...