Atlanta History Center offers multi-disciplinary and interactive guided tours for students of all ages that are educational and fun.
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 tour? Book now.
Cost
Title I Cost: There is no cost for students and one required chaperone
Non-Title I Cost: $11.50 per student, one required chaperone is admitted free per 10 students
Onsite. School Tours.
Our Great Big City
Students journey through Atlanta’s iconic landmarks to learn the stories and growth of our great big city.
City Living: Building Blocks of Our City
Students take on the role of a builder to create their own great big city!
Our Community: Neighbors + Friends
Students explore what it takes to be a helper in their community.
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.
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.
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.
Explore. More.
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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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