Celebrate the yuletide season November–December 2024 with special events, seasonal offerings, twinkle lights, and more!
It’s that magical time of year & Atlanta History Center invites you to soak in the joy of the season with you and yours.
Events. Coming Soon.
Our third annual Holiday Tree Lighting ceremony will ring in the holiday season with our 50 ft. tree and holiday activities.
Buy TicketsWhether a chef-themed or alphabet soup-themed storytime peaks your little one’s interest, rest assured both events come with yummy snacks, artsy crafts, and whimsy tales.
Learn moreDuring November and December Smith Farm and Wood Cabin will be activated with additional activities for families visiting during the holiday season.
Learn MoreOur Entrance Gardens will be shining bright with holiday lights beginning in November. Grab a cinnamon latte from BRASH and take a stroll on foot, or a leisurely drive down West Paces Ferry Road, to peep the twinkle.
Learn more about our Entrance GardensThis holiday season, we are offering free virtual field trip tours to Georgia teachers and their classes from December 2–20, 2024! Continue the fun learning experience for students before winter break!
Request a Virtual TourCompleted in 1928, owner Emily Inman hosted elaborate holiday dinner parties at Swan House for nearly forty years. Experience our landmark historic house dressed up for the holidays beginning November 26.
Visit todayOur GivingTuesday initiative will return this year. Information on how to help close the achievement gap by providing more students with access to quality summer learning experiences coming soon.
Gifting our family membership includes unlimited admission, guest passes, and membership benefits!
Gift NowThis year’s 2024 Atlanta Home & Lifestyle Magazine Home for the Holidays Showhouse celebrates the past and present with a faithful redesign of the Buckhead residence where golfer Bobby Jones helped conceive Augusta National Golf Club. The Showhouse is open November 21-December 15, 2024. This year, a portion of ticket sales will benefit Atlanta History Center!
Learn MoreOn the Blog
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In 1971, Betty Byrom and John Sanford’s interracial love faced Georgia’s outdated anti-miscegenation laws — despite their unconstitutionality. Refusing to back down, they enlisted the U.S. Justice Department, leading to legal intervention that helped force Georgia’s compliance with federal law. Their story reshaped state policy and redefined what love and courage could achieve.
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The original Rich’s twin pig monorails and their iconic smiles made Christmas bright for five generations. The Pink Pig lives on in the hearts and minds of everyone who experienced it—and in the permanent collection at Atlanta History Center.
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Explore the rich heritage of African American cuisine, from the enduring traditions of West African dishes to the culinary innovations of enslaved chefs like James Hemings. Learn how iconic foods like cala, macaroni and cheese, and bean pie symbolize resilience, cultural preservation, and the profound impact of Black chefs on American culinary history, celebrated through generations.
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The Christmas card tradition began in 1843 in Victorian England by Sir Henry Cole and evolved in America with Louis Prang’s designs in 1873. The Haverty family of Atlanta exemplified the mid-20th century trend of personalized cards. Today, Christmas cards, more diverse and accessible, continue to connect loved ones during the holidays.
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Our 33-acre experience features award-winning exhibitions, historic houses, and gardens.
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Opportunities for family fun are endless at Atlanta History Center—in our museum, historic houses, and gardens. Enjoy stretching your legs, having fun, and making memories with your little ones!
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Members receive complimentary access to all Atlanta History Center has to offer.
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Explore more than 20 onsite and online exhibitions about the people, cultures, and history that have shaped Atlanta.