The Best Museums in Atlanta GA
The Aquarium in Atlanta
Atlanta's aquarium is home to tens of thousands of animals including 500 species from around the world and more than 60 habitats.
World of Coca-Cola
The World of Coca-Cola is a museum, located in Atlanta, Georgia, showcasing the history of the Coca-Cola Company. The 20-acre complex opened to the public on May 24, 2007, relocating from and replacing the original exhibit, which was founded in 1990 in Underground Atlanta.
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Children's Museum of Atlanta
The museum has always offered interactive activities for the toddler set, but after the expansion and renovation, it now keeps older kids engaged, too. Be a Waffle House cook for the day, play and learn in one of the special traveling exhibits or attend one of the fun, daily programs. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr. NW, Atlanta.
The Center for Puppetry Arts
The Center for Puppetry Arts, the largest museum dedicated to the art of puppetry, has been around since 1978 and recently completed a $17M expansion and renovation. In addition to high quality puppet productions, hundreds of puppets from different eras and countries (including lots of Muppets!) are on display. 1404 Spring St. NW, Atlanta.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History
Walk through Georgia's history, see towering dinosaur skeletons, view a traveling exhibit and participate in special children's activities. Don't forget to visit the new Fernbank WildWoods, which features outdoor areas to explore, playgrounds and nature-viewing vistas. 767 Clifton Rd. NE, Atlanta.
College Football Hall of Fame
Football fans will be in heaven in this museum dedicated to college teams. See memorabilia from football greats, try your hand in the Skill Zone and access your stats online after you leave. 250 Marietta St. NW, Atlanta.
Tellus Science Museum
For hands-on scientific fun for all ages, this museum features four main areas: the Fossil Gallery, Science in Motion Gallery, the Mineral Gallery and the My Big Backyard. Special exhibits and events are also featured throughout the year. For transportation buffs, there's a huge collection of vehicles to explore. 100 Tellus Dr., Cartersville.
High Museum of Art
Families can admire art from different time periods and genres: Modern, Renaissance, Baroque, African and Folk Art, as well as many fun programs and special exhibits. Look out for Toddler Thursdays and Second Sundays. 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta.
MODA (Museum of Design Atlanta)
Explore all things design at this museum showcasing innovations in engineering, technology, architecture, art, 3D printing, robotics and more. Classes for all ages are offered and Family Free Day is the second Sunday of each month. 1315 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta.
Martin Luther King Jr. Center
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Center includes his birth home, Historic Ebenezer Baptist Church and Freedom Hall, where you can view Dr. King's Nobel Peace Prize and one of the largest collection of materials about the American civil rights movement in the world. 449 Auburn Ave. NE, Atlanta.
Atlanta History Center
Explore our state's history from the perspective of Civil War soldiers, Indian natives or even “Gone With the Wind” author Margaret Mitchell. 130 West Paces Ferry Rd. NW, Atlanta.
Center for Civil and Human Rights This cultural attraction connects the American Civil Rights Movement to today's Global Human Rights Movements. The galleries showcase powerful imagery, artifacts and storytelling. Spark Saturdays include activities and games for kids and free admission with purchase of an adult ticket. 100 Ivan Allen Jr. Blvd., Atlanta.
Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum Learn about Georgia-born president Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn Carter through interactive exhibits and displays as well as research materials in the library. You can even walk into a life-scale replica of the Oval Office! 441 Freedom Pkwy NE, Atlanta.
Too add:
National Center for Civil and Human Rights
Atlanta History Center
College Football Hall of Fame
High Museum of Art
Delta Flight Museum
Center for Puppetry Arts
Swan House
Fernbank Museum