Our mission is to connect people, history, and culture, and Atlanta History Center is committed to serving members of our community in this way wherever they are.
By working in partnership with communities, institutions, and public spaces all over the metro area, we can share undertold stories, shed new light on our collective past, and help Atlantans better understand each other.
Upcoming. Events.
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Author Talks
Chad Sanders in conversation with Virginia Prescott
Thursday, Feb 4 @ 7:00 pm
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Author Talks
Leesa Cross Smith in conversation with Gail O’Neill
Tuesday, Feb 9 @ 7:00 pm
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Author Talks
Thomas Holt in conversation with Virginia Prescott
Thursday, Feb 18 @ 7:00 pm
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Historic. Happenings.
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Public Programs
Atlanta History Center offers a variety of annual programs that explore and celebrate our shared history.
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Author Talks
Our Author Talks aim to connect writers with readers for thought-provoking discussions about life and literature.
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Community Engagement
Collaboratively, we develop historically accurate, culturally relevant, and provocative programs, exhibitions, theatrical productions, lectures, author panels, videos, and a host of other experiences.
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Summer Camp
History comes to life as summer campers explore the past through games, historic simulations, performances, crafts, and hands-on activities throughout our exhibitions, historic houses, and gardens.
Swan House Ball
The 35th annual Swan House Ball will bring together Atlanta’s business, community and social leaders to experience an evening of elegance and fun at Atlanta History Center.
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Our museum offers a suite of services and resources designed to meet the diverse curiosities and academic appetites of a major Southern city.
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