Atlanta has been dubbed everything from the "capital of the new South" and "the next international city" to "the best place to do business." It's also a great place to visit. Fueled by the prosperity of local mega companies like Coca Cola and Holiday Inn, the prestige of hosting the 1996 Summer Olympic Games and the energy of young upwardly mobile types who have migrated to the city in droves - Atlanta is on fire. And this time it's a good thing. From world-class restaurants and a myriad of cultural attractions to a hip nightlife and sporting events galore, the city is cosmopolitan in every sense of the word. But Atlanta has also managed to maintain its historic character. Stop by the Atlanta History Center or visit the Martin Luther King Jr. Historical Site, a moving tribute to an American icon. Browse through the former home of famous author Margaret Mitchell or pop into the Jimmy Carter Library and Museum for details on the life and times of the former president and his family. Whether you choose modern urban endeavors or old southern pleasures, Atlanta will not disappoint.
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SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film celebrates fashion as a universal language, garments as important conduits of identity, and film as an immersive and memorable medium. Situated within the SCAD Atlanta campus at 1600 Peachtree St. NW, SCAD FASH focuses on the future of fashion design, connecting conceptual to historical principles of dress — whether ceremonial, celebratory or casual — and welcomes visitors of all ages to engage with dynamic exhibitions, captivating films and educationally enriching events. Fortified by the university's strong global presence and worldwide connections to renowned contemporary fashion designers, filmmakers and creative professionals all over the world, SCAD FASH is an integral part of the SCAD educational experience.
This was my first visit to SCAD FASH for the “Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design” exhibit. I thought I was visiting to see the costumes she designed for Black Panther. But, the costumes she designed from a multitude of films are also on view: Do The Right Thing, Roots, I’m Gonna Git You Sucka, Shaft, Amistad, Selma, The Butler, Malcolm X, Chi-Raq and Dolemite Is My Name. Ruth E. Carter designed spectacular costumes for more than three decades before she won the Academy Award for Best Costume Design for Black Panther. The exhibition is breathtaking. I’m still blown away. And I left feeling as though the experience was worth more than what I paid. Tickets ($10) are purchased online in advance and parking is complimentary. Run to this exhibit. I guarantee you’ll be better for it!
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The Center for Puppetry Arts is a unique cultural treasure - a magical place where children and adults are educated, enlightened and entertained. Since 1978, the Center has introduced millions of visitors to the wonder and art of puppetry and has touched the lives of many through enchanting performances, curriculum-based workshops and the hands-on Museum, as well as Distance Learning and Outreach Programs. The Jim Henson Collection This interactive exhibition follows Jim Henson’s prolific imagination chronologically, transporting visitors through environments that typifed the master puppeteer’s world. In addition to learning how Henson’s characters came to life and are still performed, visitors can view iconic puppets such as Kermit the Frog and Miss Piggy. Global Collection The Global Collection celebrates puppetry traditions in major cultures from around the world. Highlighting the history of puppetry in Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Americas.
We were looking for something to do before a wedding, and we found out about this museum and stopped by. I found the exhibit about the history of puppets are the world to be very interesting, and I loved all the interactive elements to it. I learned so much about something I knew little about, and I enjoyed seeing some of the puppets from the Broadway production of the Lion King. I had no idea that Jim Henson had donated so many of the Sesame Street puppets to the Museum, and I enjoyed that exhibit as well. It was cool to learn about the Muppets and things like that. I also liked the Dark Crystal exhibit; I had never heard of that movie before and the exhibit inspired me to watch it. It was a nice surprise and I'm glad we stopped by. Being a museum professional myself, I appreciated how it tries to get the public involved through all the interactive elements, and I definitely think the museum should make more of them. Keep up the great work!
4.5 based on 1,943 reviews
This stunning, porcelain-enameled building was designed by famed architect Richard Meier and is rivaled only by the art inside. Featuring American, European and African art, as well as decorative art and photography, the High Museum boasts a permanent collection of over 11,000 pieces, many of which can be viewed from different levels of the four-story, glass atrium.
Very nice collection, including worthy European and American art, and exceptional travelling exhibits, like the recent Yayoi Kusama exhibit. A copy of Rodin's The Shade is displayed outside--a gift from the French government to memorialize those who lost their lives in the Orly plane crash. The main building architect won the Pritzker Architecture Prize, and the addition was designed by Renzo Piano, who also designed Paris' Pompidou Center and Whitney Museum.
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The Breman Museum, a preeminent cultural center in the Southeast, connects people of all backgrounds in understanding and appreciation of Jewish history, culture and arts. Its midtown Atlanta location hosts a special, permanent Holocaust exhibition highlighting the resilience of local survivors, plus comprehensive archives on Southern Jewish History, the most extensive of their kind. The museum’s galleries are a showcase for exclusive exhibitions and compelling displays. Known for its events, concerts, lectures, genealogy resources, educational workshops, and enlightening tours for visitors of all ages, the Breman Museum welcomes the public to view its galleries Sunday through Thursday 10 AM – 5 PM and Friday 10 AM - 4 PM.
Enjoyed this museum! Excellent exhibit on the history of Jews in Atlanta. Engaging and informative narrative with artifacts, text and video. There was also an interesting temporary exhibit on photojournalist Henri Dauman. His photos of famous Americans were very interesting in addition to a film of his personal story as a Holocaust survivor.
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The museum features a display on the history of money; interactive, multimedia exhibits explaining the Federal Reserve's role in the economy; and a view of the bank's automated vault and cash processing areas. In addition, most group tours include a stop in the bank's boardroom. A tour of the museum provides in-depth lessons on the role of the Federal Reserve in the U.S. economy. Then, you can take a look inside our cash-processing operations, where millions of dollars are counted, sorted, or shredded daily. You'll also get a glimpse into the bank's automated vault and see the robotic transports that do the heavy lifting.
Interesting Museum Displays in the small museum portion and a fascinating glimpse into the actual workings of the Fed. See huge stacks of money being driven around. See money being sorted and bad bills destroyed. Get a free little packet of shredded money. This is best for older children and adults.
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Margaret Mitchell's one and only novel, "Gone with the Wind," was born in an apartment in this turn-of-the-century Tudor Revival mansion. Now a museum on the National Register of Historic Places, the house offers visitors a tour that tells the story of the author, the Pulitzer Prize-winning book and the making of the movie.
This is a magical place, not to be missed by all fans and lovers of Gone With The Wind. Great exhibitions and a store full of memorabilia and books... it is GWTW paradise!
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