Atlanta History Center

Top 1% of attractions in Atlanta
9/10

12 expert reviews

“The Atlanta History Center chronicles the past of Georgia and the Southeast, as well as the history of Atlanta.”

– Frommer's

Fodor's Fodor's
"Life in Atlanta and the rest of the South during and after the Civil War are a major focus of this fascinating museum." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Set on the grounds of Swan House, one of Atlanta's classic historic estates, the Atlanta History Center features permanent and special exhibitions devoted to the history of the city and region." Full review
Not For Tourists Not For Tourists
"Start here to learn Atlanta's history."
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Four excellent permanent exhibits in the Atlanta History Museum bring the city's defining experiences to life." Full review
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Be sure to visit the elegant 1928 Swan House (visit by guided tour only).
Afar Magazine Afar Magazine
"The Atlanta History Center is the hub of preservation in the city and owns the Margaret Mitchell House, Swan House, and the Tullie Smith House in addition to its main facility." Full review
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Be sure to tour the Swan House and have lunch in the Coach House.
Lonely Planet Lonely Planet
"This history museum centers on the Swan House, a 1930s mansion designed by iconic Atlanta architect Philip Trammell Shutze." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"Originally founded in 1926 by a group of Atlantans dedicated to preserving their city's history, The Atlanta History Center now has a 33-acre campus of historic homes and archives." Full review
U.S. News & World Report U.S. News & World Report
1.0
"The Atlanta History Center seeks to explore Georgia's past through comprehensive exhibitions, historic homes and miles of gardens and trails. " Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Across 33 acres of stunning Goizueta Gardens and four historic houses, the Atlanta History Center is full of both permanent and rotating exhibits devoted to Atlanta's storied past"
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Located in the Buckhead neighborhood, the Atlanta History Center has a mix of indoor and outdoor exhibits, from the 1928 Swan House to a cyclorama depicting the Battle of Atlanta"
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