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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Tuesday December 23, 2025 08:00 AM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Free for Members, $27 Non-Members
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.

CRITIC’S PICK:
Tue., Oct. 14 - Mon., Aug. 31, 2026

Our War Too: Women in Service, Atlanta...

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Wednesday January 14, 2026 07:00 PM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Not-Yet Member. $20.
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.
Save your spot early and enjoy discounted tickets — just $15 for members and $20 for nonmembers! Same day price is $25. [click here for more]
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Wednesday January 21, 2026 07:00 PM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Not-Yet Member. $12.
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.
No description provided [click here for more]
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Monday January 26, 2026 02:00 PM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Not-Yet Members. $140.
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.
Please note that the series package includes all 7 lectures taking place every Monday from January 26 to March 9, 2026. Tickets for single lectures will be available beginning December 1, 2025 [click here for more]
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Monday February 2, 2026 02:00 PM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Not-Yet Members. $140.
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.
Please note that the series package includes all 7 lectures taking place every Monday from January 26 to March 9, 2026. Tickets for single lectures will be available beginning December 1, 2025 [click here for more]
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Monday February 9, 2026 02:00 PM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Not-Yet Members. $140.
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.
Please note that the series package includes all 7 lectures taking place every Monday from January 26 to March 9, 2026. Tickets for single lectures will be available beginning December 1, 2025 [click here for more]
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Tuesday February 10, 2026 07:00 PM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Not-Yet Member. $12.
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.
Online ticket sales close at 5pm EST on the day of the event. Tickets will be available at the door prior to the event start time. [click here for more]
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Monday February 16, 2026 02:00 PM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Not-Yet Members. $140.
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.
Please note that the series package includes all 7 lectures taking place every Monday from January 26 to March 9, 2026. Tickets for single lectures will be available beginning December 1, 2025 [click here for more]
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Friday February 20, 2026 07:00 PM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Not-Yet Members. $12.
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.
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Monday February 23, 2026 02:00 PM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: $130/$140 part of 7 lecture series
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.
Please note that the series package includes all 7 lectures taking place every Monday from January 26 to March 9, 2026. Tickets for single lectures will be available beginning December 1, 2025 What is civic friendship, and why does it matter? Thomas Jefferson and John Adams were founding friends ... [click here for more]

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Sunday December 21, 2025 08:00 AM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Free for Members, $27 Non-Members
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.

CRITIC’S PICK:
Tue., Oct. 14 - Mon., Aug. 31, 2026

Our War Too: Women in Service, Atlanta...

[click here for more]
CL RECOMMENDS
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Saturday December 20, 2025 08:00 AM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Free for Members, $27 Non-Members
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.

CRITIC’S PICK:
Tue., Oct. 14 - Mon., Aug. 31, 2026

Our War Too: Women in Service, Atlanta...

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CL RECOMMENDS
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Friday December 19, 2025 08:00 AM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Free for Members, $27 Non-Members
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.

CRITIC’S PICK:
Tue., Oct. 14 - Mon., Aug. 31, 2026

Our War Too: Women in Service, Atlanta...

[click here for more]
CL RECOMMENDS
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Thursday December 18, 2025 08:00 AM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Free for Members, $27 Non-Members
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.

CRITIC’S PICK:
Tue., Oct. 14 - Mon., Aug. 31, 2026

Our War Too: Women in Service, Atlanta...

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CL RECOMMENDS
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Wednesday December 17, 2025 08:00 AM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Free for Members, $27 Non-Members
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.

CRITIC’S PICK:
Tue., Oct. 14 - Mon., Aug. 31, 2026

Our War Too: Women in Service, Atlanta...

[click here for more]
CL RECOMMENDS
OurWarToo GalleryInstallation 002 1440x810

Wednesday December 17, 2025 08:00 AM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Free for Members, $27 Non-Members
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.

CRITIC’S PICK:
Tue., Oct. 14 - Mon., Aug. 31, 2026

Our War Too: Women in Service, Atlanta...

[click here for more]
CL RECOMMENDS
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Monday December 15, 2025 07:00 PM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Not-Yet Member. $12.
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.
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Friday December 12, 2025 10:00 AM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Not-Yet Members.
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.
This demonstration is included with admission. [click here for more]
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Tuesday December 9, 2025 07:00 PM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Not-Yet Members. $12.
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.
A widely-recognized and respected photo stylist, Annette Joseph has developed an international following for her passionate and joyful approach to cooking, interior design, travel and entertaining. She is an accomplished author who celebrates her interests - a virtual portfolio of Italy's simple ple... [click here for more]
Genealogy

Sunday December 7, 2025 10:30 AM EST
Atlanta History Center Cost: Non-members, $15; members, $10
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.
Getting and staying organized can be a real challenge for the family historian, but it’s vitally important to do so. Organizing your research allows you to focus your efforts, expand your research, and avoid duplication. It also makes it much easier to properly cite your sources and share your resea... [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 W Paces Ferry Rd NW
Atlanta, GA 30305
(404) 814-4000

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Tourist Attractions, History Museum
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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