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Atlanta History Center

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Call: (404) 814-4000 or visit www.atlantahistorycenter.com
Founded in 1926, the center includes the Atlanta History Museum featuring signature and traveling exhibitions, the Smith Family Farm, the 1928 Swan House mansion, research archives/special libraries, and 22 acres of gardens.
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Saturday September 30, 2023 06:00 PM EDT
Atlanta History Center Cost: Free
Saturday, September 30, 2023

6:00 PM “Architects of Atlanta Hip-Hop” Panel Discussion

Join us as we pay tribute to ones who cold rock the party, the ones who create the music that returns you again and again to the most poignant times in your life: the DJ and the Producer.

“Architects of Atlanta... [click here for more]
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Thursday September 7, 2023 07:00 PM EDT
Atlanta History Center Cost: $0-$30
Socialite Edith Bolling has been in no hurry to find a new husband since she was widowed, preferring to fill her days with good friends and travel. But the enchanting courting of President Woodrow Wilson wins Edith over and she becomes the First Lady of the United States. The position is uncomfortab... [click here for more]
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Wednesday September 6, 2023 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta History Center Cost: $0-$8
Our home is your home for this month’s Toddler Story Time! Settle in as we highlight stories of family and home, create a heartwarming craft, and enjoy a special puppet show. Please note this event offers two separate reading times at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. Each reading requires its own ticket and fe... [click here for more]
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Wednesday August 30, 2023 09:00 AM EDT
Atlanta History Center Cost: $10-$15
CRITIC’S PICK: This touring exhibition tells the story of Emmett Till and his mother, Mamie... [click here for more]
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Monday June 26, 2023 09:00 AM EDT
Atlanta History Center Cost: $325-$365
Categories: history You always hear about the adults in history, but what about the kids? Make a difference like child inventor Louis Braille. Change the world like Ruby Bridges. Discover and break barriers in education like Malala Yousafazi. Dance your heart out like Shirley Temple. Discover your p... [click here for more]
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Monday June 26, 2023 09:00 AM EDT
Atlanta History Center Cost: $325-$365
Categories: writing Improve your writing skills this summer using the resources available at the exhibits, historic buildings and gardens of the Atlanta History Center. We’ll apply research skills that can help both your informative and creative writing. Become a pro at bringing characters and event... [click here for more]
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Monday June 19, 2023 09:00 AM EDT
Atlanta History Center Cost: $325-$365
Categories: history Hydras, centaurs, and dragons, oh my!  Join us as we hunt down myths from around the world!  From ancient creatures to urban legends, we’ll uncover them all.  Come prepared to research fantastical creatures, explore creepy stories, and even create new tales.  You won’t want to MY... [click here for more]
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Monday June 19, 2023 09:00 AM EDT
Atlanta History Center Cost: $325-$365
Categories: writing Junior reporters are needed! We need journalists to venture into the field to find the latest scoop on our summer camps and chronicle the history being made each day at the museum. Our journalists in training will receive on-site and in-classroom experience interviewing, photogra... [click here for more]
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Sunday June 18, 2023 10:00 AM EDT
Atlanta History Center Cost: Free
Join us as we celebrate Juneteenth 2023 (and Father’s Day) by honoring the history of Black genealogy and agricultural practices. This year’s event promises to be a truly immersive experience featuring live music, powerful storytelling, interactive crafts, and delicious food. Our workshops and tal... [click here for more]
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Monday June 12, 2023 09:00 AM EDT
Atlanta History Center Cost: $325-$365
Categories: history You can’t think of Atlanta without the Braves, Hawks, Falcons, and Atlanta United coming to mind! Join the team as we take a crash course in your favorite sports, which will include how they’ve changed over time, all the buzz on Atlanta sports icons, and traveling back in time to... [click here for more]
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Monday June 12, 2023 09:00 AM EDT
Atlanta History Center Cost: $325-$365
Categories: writing Werewolves stalk their prey in a city park. A gang of trolls backs off disputed territory. Pixies make a mess of the local magic academy. A new Sorcerer raises the dead in a spooky cemetery.  A mystery is brewing in the city, and we’re here to help you solve it! In this Fantasy/M... [click here for more]
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UPDATE: The Battle of Atlanta cyclorama painting was moved to the Atlanta History Center as part of a project announced in 2014. The old Cyclorama building in Grant Park has been remodeled as an event space and became part of the Atlanta Zoo. At 358 feet long, the Cyclorama claims to be the larges... | more...

Founded in 1926, the center includes the Atlanta History Museum featuring signature and traveling exhibitions, the 1845 Tullie Smith Farm, the 1928 Swan House mansion, research archives/special libraries and 33 acres of gardens. $10-$15. | more...
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The house where much of Gone with the Wind was written beckons to tourists and native Atlantans alike who want to understand more about the author of the most popular novel of all time. The house also plays an important part in keeping Atlanta’s literary scene alive through regular events with local... | more...
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130 West Paces Ferry Road N.W.
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 814-4000

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Tourist Attractions, History Museum
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Hours

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Sunday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
facebook: @Atlanta History Center

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