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High Museum of Art
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The High Museum of Art is Atlanta’s premier art museum and the largest in the Southeastern United States, located in Midtown and known for its world-class collections, major traveling exhibitions, and landmark architecture.
Located in Atlanta’s Midtown Arts District, the High Museum of Art serves as a major cultural anchor for the city, housing extensive permanent collections and hosting internationally touring exhibitions throughout the year. The museum is part of the Woodruff Arts Center campus and plays a central role in Atlanta’s visual arts scene through exhibitions, education programs, and public events.
Visitor Information
Hours, admission pricing, and special exhibition details may vary. Visitors are encouraged to check the High Museum of Art’s official website for the most current information when planning a visit.
Highlights You’ll See
- American and European art collections
- Photography and folk art
- Rotating major exhibitions throughout the year
- Architecture by Richard Meier and Renzo Piano
Plan Your Visit
Families, tours, and educational programs are available year-round with options for docent-led tours, multimedia guides, and special workshops.
Interesting things to Do
The High offers art classes to members and non-members; its monthly Friday Night Jazz is a wonderful event; it offers a lot of special tours if you become a member - particularly for families and kids. See the CL calendar below for the latest exhibits and events.
Explore more art exhibitions and visual arts events across Atlanta on Creative Loafing.
Upcoming Events at the High Museum of Art
Study Hall: A Creative Connection Space for Working Artists
Sunday March 29, 2026 01:00 PM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: Not-Yet-Members $23.50
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Study Hall is a monthly work session that invites Atlanta artists to create, experiment, and connect inside the museum. The program offers a consistent, low barrier space for self-directed creative practice and peer exchange. Artists work at their own pace while enjoying a supportive environment tha...
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Margaret and Terry Stent Distinguished Conversation in American Art
Thursday April 2, 2026 07:00 PM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: Not-Yet-Members $23.50
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Join us for the Margaret and Terry Stent Distinguished Conversation in American Art as we reexamine the High Museum of Art’s American Art collection. Exploring the work of the nineteenth century Black and Indigenous sculptor Edmonia Lewis, this program features Anni Pullagura, Margaret and Terry Ste...
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Studio Workshop: Paper Marbling
Friday April 3, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: Not-Yet-Members $35
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Discover the ancient art of Suminagashi (or “floating ink”) as you create elegant, one-of-a-kind marbled patterns on water. Learn how to guide pigment rings across the water’s surface before transferring your designs onto absorbent Japanese paper. Explore this meditative practice that celebrates cha...
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Studio Workshop: Paper Marbling
Friday April 3, 2026 01:30 PM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: Not-Yet-Members $35
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Discover the ancient art of Suminagashi (or “floating ink”) as you create elegant, one-of-a-kind marbled patterns on water. Learn how to guide pigment rings across the water’s surface before transferring your designs onto absorbent Japanese paper. Explore this meditative practice that celebrates cha...
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High Frequency Friday
Friday April 3, 2026 06:00 PM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: $30.00
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Set out on a musical journey with the city’s most popular DJs. Explore the museum’s special exhibitions and collections. Grab a drink and meet new friends for an unforgettable night of music and art.
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Toddler Saturday
Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: $23.50
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Designed for children ages fifteen months through three years and their caregivers, Toddler Saturdays engage children’s creativity and explore monthly topics with related artwork, art-making activities, and self-guided tours.
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Family Saturday
Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: Not-Yet-Members
$23.50
Get Tickets
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Family Saturdays incorporate arts programming for everyone. Friends and families of any age can experiment, play, and make art in studio workshops and learn about art on view through gallery tours. Whether you’re joining Toddler Saturday, Drawing from Experience, or Teen Art Afternoon, there is some...
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Studio Workshop: Paper Marbling
Saturday April 4, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: Not-Yet-Members $35
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Discover the ancient art of Suminagashi (or “floating ink”) as you create elegant, one-of-a-kind marbled patterns on water. Learn how to guide pigment rings across the water’s surface before transferring your designs onto absorbent Japanese paper. Explore this meditative practice that celebrates cha...
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Drawing from Experience
Saturday April 4, 2026 01:00 PM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: $25.00
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Drawing from Experience is an ongoing series of drawing sessions that take inspiration from the High’s campus and collection. Each session focuses on a different way of seeing and capturing the world around us while allowing participants to explore their own personal expression and develop their dra...
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Teen Art Afternoon: Minnie Masterpiece
Saturday April 4, 2026 02:00 PM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Join us at April Teen Art Afternoon, where we’ll take inspiration from the work of Minnie Evans using bright colors to decorate bandanas and light to make symmetrical drawings. Come and explore the themes of Evans’s work to make your own colorful masterpiece.
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Haydn @ the High
Sunday March 22, 2026 02:00 PM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: Not-Yet-Members $23.50
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
The High is excited to welcome the Vega Quartet, Emily Smith, Jessica Wu, Joseph Skerik, and Guang Wang, back for a special concert in the Robinson Atrium. Stroll through the galleries while enjoying the music. It’s a great way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
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Oasis
Saturday March 21, 2026 12:00 PM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: $23.50
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Oasis offers a sanctuary for those seeking both solace and community amid the High’s world-class art. Embark on a journey of self-discovery through activities designed to promote mental well-being. Immerse yourself in movement-based sessions led by local yoga instructors, unwind with soothing sonic ...
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Friday Jazz
Friday March 20, 2026 06:00 PM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: Not-Yet-Members $30
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Enjoy a drink and light bites, head to the galleries to explore the museum’s works on view, and join a docent-led tour for a detailed look at the collection. The event will feature two musical areas where musicians will play throughout the evening, layering notes and improvising melodies.
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Blazing Light: A Conversation with Photographer Mimi Plumb
Thursday March 19, 2026 07:00 PM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: Not-Yet-Members $23.50
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Photographer Mimi Plumb joins us to discuss Blazing Light: Photographs by Mimi Plumb, her first solo museum exhibition. Plumb’s work expertly and poignantly captures the evolution of the Western US landscape and the lives of those within it. She will be in conversation with the exhibition’s curator,...
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Access for All
Wednesday March 18, 2026 10:00 AM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
We invite you to join art conversations, create art, enjoy performances, and explore world-class art—all day!
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UPS Second Sunday
Sunday March 8, 2026 01:00 PM EDT
High Museum of Art
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Prepaid Parking
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Teen Art Afternoon: In Black and White
Saturday March 7, 2026 02:00 PM EST
High Museum of Art
Cost: Free
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Don’t miss Teen Art Afternoon: In Black and White! Inspired by the black-and-white photography of Mimi Plumb and Ralph Eugene Meatyard, create black-and-white block prints and monochrome line drawings.
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Drawing from Experience
Saturday March 7, 2026 01:00 PM EST
High Museum of Art
Cost: $25.00
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Drawing from Experience is an ongoing series of drawing sessions that take inspiration from the High’s campus and collection. Each session focuses on a different way of seeing and capturing the world around us while allowing participants to explore their own personal expression and develop their dra...
[click here for more]
Toddler Saturday
Saturday March 7, 2026 10:00 AM EST
High Museum of Art
Cost: $23.50
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Designed for children ages fifteen months through three years and their caregivers, Toddler Saturdays engage children’s creativity and explore monthly topics with related artwork, art-making activities, and self-guided tours.
[click here for more]
Family Saturday
Saturday March 7, 2026 10:00 AM EST
High Museum of Art
Cost: Not-Yet-Members
$23.50
Get Tickets
Disclaimer: All prices are current as of the posting date and are subject to change.
Please check the venue or ticket sales site for the current pricing.
Family Saturdays incorporate arts programming for everyone. Friends and families of any age can experiment, play, and make art in studio workshops and learn about art on view through gallery tours. Whether you’re joining Toddler Saturday, Drawing from Experience, or Teen Art Afternoon, there is some...
[click here for more]
If you're in a band, an artist, run a venue, or keep your organization's calendar, we'd love to have your event on the site. Submit your event here and we'll get you on Atlanta's most comprehensive listing of events.
Arts
Community
Food & Drink
Film
Nightlife
Music
Hours
Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 – 5:00 PM
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