Membership Frequently Asked Questions

Purchasing/Renewing/Changing Membership

Can I become a member or renew my membership online?
You may renew your Membership at any time online. Please visit www.atlantahistorycenter.com/membership and click the “Join/Renew Now!” button.

How can I change my membership information?
From our Membership webpage, please click on email to send us your change of information.   You can also contact us at (404) 814.4101 Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM. Please have your Membership number or other verifying information handy.

When will I receive my membership cards?
Please allow two to four weeks from the time your payment is processed to receive your membership materials.

Can I visit the Atlanta History Center and the Margaret Mitchell House before I receive my membership card?
You may visit the Atlanta History Center and the Margaret Mitchell House immediately after making your payment on line simply by showing your order confirmation, along with your photo ID(s) at Admissions. If you have just renewed your membership, having your old membership card or membership # on hand, if available, will be helpful. _____________________________________________________________________________________
Member Benefits

Is an Atlanta History Center membership good at other museums?
Yes, over 150 museums nationwide participate in reciprocal membership with us, allowing History Center members various benefits when you present your membership card and photo ID. See our reciprocal list for participating museums and benefits.

How do I receive member discounts?
Simply show your membership card in our Museum Shops, in our Coca Cola Café and at Admissions for family programming discounts. For purchases made on line, enter your member number where indicated. For reservations made over the phone, for our lectures, music series and Summer Camp please provide your membership number to the representative.

Can you tell me more about your lectures?
The Atlanta History Center and the Margaret Mitchell House offer a variety of lectures throughout the year showcasing award-winning authors who share insight into their latest publication. Books are available for purchase during lectures and a book signing follows each Aiken, Elson, and Livingston lecture. Admission for all lectures is $5 for members and $10 for nonmembers. Reservations are required. For more information or to purchase tickets, please call 404.814.4150.
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Visiting the Atlanta History Center and the Margaret Mitchell House

What should I do if I've lost or cannot find my membership card?
You can always bring your photo ID to Admissions for verification of your membership status and admittance. You should also email or call us at 404.814.4101 to order replacement cards.  Our membership office hours are Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM. 

I only have two children; may I bring two other children with my Family Membership?
Yes, each membership (except Individual and Dual) allows the named member up to 4 children under 18 to accompany them.

Can I bring a guest when I visit?
Yes, you can. You will receive a one time use guest pass in the mail along with your membership card(s). Please reference your membership benefits as some membership levels permit additional guests.
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Membership questions

Can I lend my card to a friend or family member?
Your membership is non-transferable, allowing only those adults listed on the membership cards access along with guests and children depending on the membership level. We try to keep our membership prices affordable for as many people as possible, please encourage your friends & family to join so they can also enjoy the many benefits of membership.

Will my employer match my gift?
Many companies offer matching gift programs to encourage employees to contribute to charitable organizations. Most of these programs match contributions dollar for dollar, and some may even triple the amount of your gift! Many companies also match volunteer hours or gifts from spouses, retirees, and board members.

To find out if your company will match your gifts to the Atlanta History Center, go to www.atlantahistorycenter.com/matchinggifts and enter your employer’s name where indicated.
If your company is eligible, simply request a matching gift form from your employer, and send it completed and signed with your gift to:

Atlanta History Center
Attn: Membership Office
130 West Paces Ferry Road, NW
Atlanta, GA 30305

If you do not see your company on the list, ask your Human Resources representative or Charitable Giving/Grants Department if it sponsors a matching gift program.
Matching gifts account for nearly $30,000 each year in significant additional support for the Atlanta History Center. Thank you for your help!

You have my home address but I don’t receive communications from you. What’s wrong?
At some time, you may have checked a box that you didn’t want to be contacted via mail. You may request to change your contact preferences at any time via email or by calling (404) 814.4101. Our membership office hours are Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM.
 

How can I get further involved with the Atlanta History Center?
Further your connection with the Atlanta History Center by becoming a volunteer at our Buckhead or Midtown campus. You’ll make new friends, contribute to the community, educate the public, gain marketable experience, sharpen your valued skills, and find an outlet for your creative energy or a worthwhile activity for your retirement.  Whether you prefer working on your own or with the public, the Atlanta History Center has a special volunteer job waiting just for you! For more information, please email  or call 404.814.4115.