Family Festivals & Programs
For Memorial Day, the Atlanta History Center honors the contributions of veterans of World War II, the Korean War, the Vietnam War, and current conflicts. Spend a day in the company of veterans and hear their stories of wartime through personal accounts and memorabilia. Living history interpreters represent soldiers of previous wars, including World War I and the Civil War, by showing authentic dress, equipment, and vehicles. This program is free to members; included in the cost of general admission for nonmembers.
Join us for our own Olympic celebration as the 2012 Olympic Games come to an end. Discover the Olympic spirit by exploring the Olympic Games' nearly 3,000 year history through lively tours of the high-energy Centennial Olympic Games Museum, enjoy professional sporting demonstrations of favorite Olympic events, stop by the interactive sports lab for the long jump, cycling, and rowing activities, and see how you rank as an Olympic athlete by participating in ancient and modern Olympic sports. This program is free to members; included in the cost of general admission for nonmembers. Support: Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of Fulton County Arts Council.
Traditional crafts, southern foodways, and environmental sustainability are at the center of this year's Fall Folklife Festival. An assortment of scheduled and ongoing events occurs throughout the museum and onto the History Center's Smith Family Farm. Interact with local chefs and farmers as they discuss current culinary trends that focus on farm-to-table food practices and sustainability techniques. Enjoy the sounds of local musicians performing sets of folk and bluegrass music. Great food and local beers will be available for purchase. This program is free to members; included in the cost of general admission for nonmembers. Support: Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of Fulton County Arts Council.
Visitors of all ages will learn about and experience a Day of the Dead Festival. Guests enjoy storytelling, crafts, and authentic Mexican food and entertainment. Families build altars to honor lost family and friends that are decorated with flowers, favorite foods and beverages. This program is free to members; included in the cost of general admission for nonmembers.
Discover Southeastern Native American heritage and culture through craft demonstrations, performances, and discussions led by local Native American artists and experts. This program is free to members; included in the cost of general admission for nonmembers. Support: Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of Fulton County Arts Council. The Holiday Spirit The Atlanta History Center's annual holiday program is filled with festive family activities that celebrate the season. Featured activities include flights of time travel exploring holidays past at Smith Family Farm and Swan House. This program is free to members; included in the cost of general admission for nonmembers. Support: Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of Fulton County Arts Council. Kick off the New Year with the Three Kings Day Festival held in collaboration with the Mexican Consulate and the Instituto de Mexico. This program is free to the public, but space is limited and does not include museum admission. Support: Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of Fulton County Arts Council, the Institutio de Mexico, and the Mexican Consulate.
Guests will explore the African American experience from the Great Migration to the Civil Rights Movement. This program is free to members; included in the cost of general admission for nonmembers. Support: Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of Fulton County Arts Council.
This program is free to members; included in the cost of general admission for nonmembers. Support: Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of Fulton County Arts Council. Sheep to Shawl Gather the entire family for a full day of engaging activities including demonstrations of sheep shearing, spinning, weaving, open-hearth cooking, blacksmithing, candle making, and much more at Smith Family Farm, including storytelling and traditional music. This program is free to members; included in the cost of general admission for nonmembers. Support: Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of Fulton County Arts Council.
Spend a day in the company of veterans and hear their stories of wartime through personal accounts and memorabilia. Living history interpreters represent soldiers of previous wars by showing authentic dress, equipment, and vehicles. This program is free to members; included in the cost of general admission for nonmembers. Support: Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of Fulton County Arts Council.
This program is free to members; included in the cost of general admission for nonmembers. Support: Funding for this program is provided by the Fulton County Board of Commissioners under the guidance of Fulton County Arts Council.
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Veterans Remembrance Day
Go for the Gold: The Olympic Games
Fall Folklife Festival
Day of the Dead
Southeastern Indians Heritage Program
Three Kings Day
Struggles and Strides: The Early Fight for Civil Rights
Citizens and Soldiers: The American Civil War
Military Timeline
Juneteenth: The First Day of Freedom