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Military History
Cyclorama: The Big Picture
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursExperience the restored Battle of Atlanta cyclorama painting.
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BIPOC
Gatheround: Stories of Atlanta
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursWeaving Atlanta’s stories and artifacts together — past, present, and future.
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BIPOC
Smith Farm
Kid Favorite1-2 HoursThe story of Georgia farm life and enslavement at Atlanta’s oldest farmhouse.
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BIPOC
Smith Farm Gardens
Kid FavoriteLess than 1 hourA variety of heirloom plants, flowers, and heritage breed animals at Smith Farm.
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Military History
Turning Point: The American Civil War
1-2 HoursExperience the Civil War through the eyes of soldiers and civilians.
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BIPOC, Military History
Veterans Park
Less than 1 hourReflect on the men and women who have served and continue to serve the nation.
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Transportation
Locomotion: Railroads and the Making of Atlanta
Kid FavoriteLess than 1 hourThe restored locomotive Texas and Zero Mile Post tell Atlanta’s origin story.
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Transportation
Locomotion: Railroads and the Making of Atlanta — Plus!
Appointment Required1-2 HoursLearn off-the-script facts about railroads and the making of Atlanta from our leading expert.
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BIPOC
Native Lands
Less than 1 hourImmerse yourself in the art, music, and ceremony of the Creeks and the Cherokees.
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Military History
The Battle of Atlanta Cyclorama: Curator Tour
Appointment Required1-2 HoursHidden details of The Battle of Atlanta cyclorama painting.
Food & Drink
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Souper Jenny
1-2 HoursA warm, eclectic space offering a unique twist to the museum dining experience.
Group Discounts. 10 or more.
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Group Activities
Curated Tours
Half dayExplore a variety of historical subjects alongside of our experts.
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Atlanta History Center is open
Tuesday–Sunday from 9am–4pm;
historic houses open at 11am.
Atlanta History Center
130 West Paces Ferry Road NW
Atlanta, GA 30305
Free onsite parking
Map & Directions
404.814.4000
Campus Map
Upcoming Events. See all.
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Elson Lecture featuring Kevin Sack in conversation with Robert Franklin
Author of Mother Emanuel: Two Centuries of Race, Resistance, and Forgiveness in One Charleston ChurchTuesday, Jun 10 @ 7pm -
Katie Mitchell in conversation with Daniel Black
Author of Prose to the People: A Celebration of Black BookstoresWednesday, Jun 11 @ 7pm -
Juneteenth 2025
Sunday, Jun 15 @ 10am - 4pm -
Kristin Harmel in conversation with Mary Kay Andrews and Colleen Oakley
Author of The Stolen Life of Colette MarceauFriday, Jun 20 @ 7pm