Atlanta History Center offers multiple ways for your students of all ages to learn about history. Choose from guided, self-guided and virtual experiences.
Guided School Tours.
Students are given the opportunity to explore various historical time periods, led by expert Education Facilitators, in addition to touring our award-winning exhibitions, historic houses and gardens. Tours are designed to match the state social studies requirements.
How to Book
All booking requests must be submitted through our online form only. Ready to book a guided tour? Book now.
Cost
Title I Cost: Student admission is free and one required chaperone is admitted free per 10 students
Non-Title I Cost: Student admission is $11.50 per student and one required chaperone is admitted free per 10 students
Terrific Teamwork
Students explore what it takes to be a team player both on and off the court.
Building Blocks
Students take on the role of a builder to create their own arena!
Awesome Arenas
Students journey to Atlanta’s iconic arenas and stadiums to learn about the places that we play.
Georgia Farm Life
Students learn about life in 1850’s North Georgia with a facilitator-led exploration at our Smith farm.
We Are Still Here
Students learn about the culture and resilience of the Cherokee people.
The Price of Freedom
Students consider different aspects of the Civil War through interactive artifact and exhibit explorations.
Fight For Your Rights
Students consider the different avenues of activism during the Civil Rights Movement.
Going for Gold: Atlanta and the 1996 Olympics
Students learn how hosting the 1996 Summer Olympics shaped the city of Atlanta.
Self-Guided School Tours.
Teachers have the option to guide their own classes in select exhibitions in place of guided school tours.
Learn MoreVirtual Experiences.
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Explore the Civil Rights era and connect it to social movements throughout time in this virtual experience.
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Examine the Battle of Atlanta Cyclorama and other historical artifacts in this virtual experience.
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Investigate the causes of the American Civil War in this virtual experience.
FAQ
There is no cost for school tours for Title I schools. Guided tours require two chaperones (admitted free) per 10 students.
If you are a Title I school, simply use the Request a Tour Now button above and enter the required information.
To reschedule your tour, you must notify Atlanta History Center at least 3 days in advance of your tour date.
The cost is $11.50 per student. Guided tours require two chaperones (admitted free) per 10 students. Admission for each additional chaperone is $11.50.
A non-refundable $50 deposit is due 14 days after confirmation is received.
Full payment is due 3 weeks prior to the date of your visit to guarantee your reservation for all tours. If you book less than 3 weeks in advance, full payment is due at the time of booking.
Any updates to your student count must be made before final payment is due. Refunds are not available if the number of students has changed. Additional fees for specialty tours, experiences, and other services are also due.
To reschedule your tour, you must notify Atlanta History Center at least 3 days in advance of your tour date. Your payment can be applied towards your new date. There is a $25 administrative fee to reschedule your tour.
Your payment is not refundable if you cancel your school tour and do not reschedule.
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Learning & Research
Atlanta History Center offers many resources to support educators and students both inside and beyond the classrooms.
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Outreach Programs
Travel Trunks are designed to assist teachers in highlighting various chapters in our nation’s history.
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For Educators
Bring history to your classroom through outreach visits and traveling history trunks.
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