Cyclorama

Examine the Battle of Atlanta Cyclorama and other historical artifacts in this virtual school tour.

Take a special look at the hidden details and unknown backstories of The Battle of Atlanta cyclorama.

Get the real story behind the 1886 cyclorama painting, The Battle of Atlanta.

In the summer of 1885, artists from the American Panorama Company in Milwaukee began developing sketches for The Battle of Atlanta painting.

Major General William T. Sherman commanded the Union forces during the Atlanta Campaign.

The Civil War is the decisive turning point in American history. A nation divided against itself before—half enslaved, half free—was reunited. Experience the Civil War through the eyes of soldiers and civilians.

Frequently Asked Questions about Atlanta History Center’s Cyclorama: The Big Picture exhibition.

Did you know the original cyclorama artists hid Easter eggs in the painting—including themselves?