We see storytelling as a lens to amplify the voices of people at the intersection of history and culture.
Through online original content, we strive to tell stories that share a more complete insight into Atlanta’s history—past, present, and future. We believe that by increasing access to stories about our shared history, we can help increase understanding of each other and the way the past continues to influence the present.
Atlanta History Center is embarking on a project to collect the histories of descendants of Forsyth County’s expelled Black residents.
Learn moreThis report was prepared for the “Visioning, Memorializing, and Repurposing the former Atlanta Prison Farm Site” subcommittee of the South River Forest and Public Safety Training Center Community Task Force.
Read nowAtlanta History Center explores the controversial history of the Stone Mountain carving through online resources and a documentary film.
Learn moreUndertold Stories
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Explore the gripping tale of Lily May Peel Futrelle, an Atlanta-based writer whose firsthand experiences aboard the Titanic offer a unique perspective on the ship’s infamous sinking. Her account challenged established historical narratives and revealed crucial yet overlooked information about the disaster.
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As Earth Day approaches, explore the enduring legacy of “Captain Planet and the Planeteers,” a seminal animated series that merged entertainment with environmental education. From its inception to its cultural impact, the series has left an indelible mark on ecological awareness. Decades later, its call to environmental stewardship remains as relevant and motivational as ever.
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Dexter Scott King, the youngest son of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., passed away after battling prostate cancer. A dedicated civil rights activist, he carried on his family’s legacy, advocating for nonviolence, social justice, and animal rights. King’s life work emphasized compassion and equality, reflecting his deep commitment to his parents’ vision.
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Black churches played a crucial role in community building, social justice, and the civil rights movement in the Black community. Beyond being spiritual havens, Black churches were also pivotal in nurturing the growth of gospel music.
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UnderCurrent is a product of Atlanta History Center that marries undertold stories and current events by highlighting the connections between Atlanta’s past and present.
Explore nowWomen of Resolve
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Judge Leah Ward Sears reflects on her path to becoming the first African American female chief justice of a state supreme court. She discusses growing up amid the Civil Rights Movement, being guiding by the principles of justice and equity, and desiring to challenge the status quo while serving her community.
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Lawyer and minister Bernice King reminisces about her childhood on Auburn Avenue and the strength and resilience of the women in the Civil Rights Movement. She also muses about the values passed down from her mother, Coretta Scott, that she has had to embrace as she leads the King Center as chairman.
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Transgender activist and Navy veteran Monica Helms explains her journey of self-discovery that culminated in her embracing a transgender identity. She also discusses her activism that led to the creation of the Transgender American Veterans Association (TAVA), policy changes at the Veterans Administration regarding transgender veterans, and a hopeful future for transgender people.
Atlanta History Center is home to one of the nation’s most comprehensive collections of Civil War memorabilia including a growing number of rare USCT objects. Explore highlights of the collection through a series of videos.
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A toolkit designed to help communities address Confederate monuments in their midst.
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Kenan Research Center preserves extensive primary source holdings for the study of Atlanta.
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Explore more than 20 onsite and online exhibitions about the people, cultures, and history that have shaped Atlanta.
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Explore our biannual member publications online.