Museums, Science Centers, Historical Sites

• Oglethorpe University Museum of Art
  Oglethorpe University Museum of Art features exhibitions of artworks which are international, representational, often figurative and spiritual in nature. It is our goal that the artworks shown provide a meaningful experience for viewers, lifting their spirits and satisfying their souls. Admission is always free. 4484 Peachtree Rd. NE, (404) 364-8555
  
  
• Southeastern Railway Museum
  Georgia's Official Transportation History Museum features on-site "caboose train" rides, transportation exhibits, and vintage steam locomotives and historic Pullman cars among its 80 items of rolling stock.
  
  
• APEX (African-American Panoramic Experience)
  135 Auburn Avenue, Atlanta 404-521-2739
  
  
• The Carter Center
  A nonprofit, nonpartisan public policy institute founded by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, in 1982.
  453 Freedom Parkway, Atlanta, Georgia, 30307, 404-331-3900.
  
  
• Cyclorama
  Atlanta's oldest museum, Cyclorama , is home of the world's largest painting, "The Battle of Atlanta", and home of the hero of the "Great Train Race", the locomotive Texas. Through spectacular music, art and sound effects, history comes alive as you step back to July 22, 1864 and become part of the battle.
  Located in historic Grant Park, next to Zoo Atlanta. 404-624-1071 or 404-658-7625.
  Open daily from 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
  
  
• Fernbank Museum of Natural History
  As the largest natural history museum in the Southeast, Fernbank uses innovative exhibit design and programming to bring natural history out of display cases and bring it to life.
  
  
• Fernbank Science Center
  "Where the name of the game is Science."
  
  
• The Atlanta History Center
  Indian settlements...Cotton Fields...The Civil War...Coca-Cola...Gone with the Wind..Civil Rights..CNN..The Olympic Games.. You'll find the inside story at the Atlanta History Center --the story of the people and events that have made Atlanta the South's most important city and home of the 1996 Olympic Games.
  130 West Paces Ferry Road, Atlanta, Georgia, 30305, 404-814-4000.
  Monday-Saturday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Sunday, noon-5:30 p.m.
  
  
• Margaret Mitchell House
  Tour the historic house & apartment where Margaret Mitchell wrote one of the world's most beloved novels, "Gone With The Wind," & learn about the life of this fascinating woman.
  999 Peachtree Street, 404-249-7012.
  
  
• Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site
  King's grave, birth home of Dr. King and Ebenezer Baptist Church where he preached.
  450 Auburn Avenue, Atlanta, Georgia, 30312, 404-331-6922.
  Open daily 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
  
  
• The Museum of Contemporary Humorous Art (MOCHA)
  1424 N. Highland Avenue, Atlanta 404-881-8008
  
  
• Museum of Music
  Help bring the Museum of Music alive. It will be an international tourist destination as well as a community institution for education and entertainment and a centerpiece for Atlanta's downtown revitalization. The MoM's combination of live music and advanced technologies will provide unprecedented immersive experiences that will be unique to each visit.
  404-523-8444
  
  
• Oakland Cemetery
  This Civil War era cemetery was built in 1850. Many famous public and military figures are buried here, including thousands of Civil War soldiers, and Margaret Mitchell (author of Gone With The Wind).
  248 Oakland Avenue, 404-688-2107.
  
  
• The World of Coca-Colaź
  There's nothing like it anywhere on earth. The World of Coca-Colaź has an unparalleled collection of over 1,000 articles of memorabilia recounting the century-old history of the World's most popular soft drink and a spectacular series of exhibits including soda fountains of the past and future, as well as films that offer a special look at those unforgettable commercials.
  Located adjacent to Underground Atlanta, at 55 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Atlanta, Georgia, 30303, 404-676-5151.
  Open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday from Noon to 6 p.m.
  
  
• Wren's Nest House Museum
  Victorian era home of Georgia author Joel Chandler Harris, famous for the Uncle Remus tales. Guided tours, special storytelling programs, museum shop with books and Brier Rabbit memorabilia.
  1050 Ralph David Abernathy Boulevard, Atlanta, 30310, 404-753-7735.
  Open Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sunday 1 p.m.-4 p.m.
  
  
• The Robert C. Williams American Museum of Papermaking
  Is an internationally renowned resource on the history of paper and paper technology. In addition to more than 2,000 books, the Museum features a remarkable collection of over 10,000 watermarks, papers, tools, machines, and manuscripts.
  500 10th Street, NW, Atlanta, Georgia, 30318, 404-894-6663 for reservations.
  Hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Guided tours, including all group tours, must be scheduled in advance.
  
  
• SciTrek Museum of Science and Technology
  For an interactive learning experience you and your family MUST visit SciTrek!
  Adjacent to the Civic Center, 404-522-5500.
  Open Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Sundays from noon to 5 p.m.
  
  
• William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum
  The largest museum of its kind in the Southeast, in the heart of Atlanta's business and convention district. Two core galleries - Atlanta's Jewish Heritage and The Holocaust. Special exhibitions, hands-on Discovery Center, library, archives and museum shop.
  The Selig Center, Atlanta, 30309, 404-873-1661.
  Mon-Thurs, 10-5, Fri. 10-3, Sun 1-5.
  
  
• Georgia State Capital
  The Capital, built in 1889, is the seat of Georgia's government and is designed to resemble the national Capitol. The guided tour of the capital includes a full viewing of the interior of the building and a description of its place in Atlanta's rich history.
  On Capital Avenue, 404-656-2844.
  
  

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