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Ebenezer Baptist Church vs Atlanta History Center
Ebenezer Baptist Church of Atlanta and Atlanta History Center are both recommended by writers. On balance, Atlanta History Center ranks significantly better than Ebenezer Baptist Church of Atlanta. Atlanta History Center scores 88 with endorsements from 6 sources including Travel + Leisure, Not For Tourists and Michelin Guide.
Ebenezer Baptist Church
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407 Auburn Ave, Atlanta, GA 30012
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Fodor's
"A Gothic Revival–style building completed in 1922, the church came to be known as the spiritual center of the civil rights movement."
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Not For Tourists
"Where Martin Luther King, Jr. first preached."
Afar Magazine
"To better understand the Civil Rights Movement and its impact on Atlanta, stop by Ebenezer Baptist Church, a living, breathing landmark."
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Frommer's
"Founded in 1886, Ebenezer was a spiritual center of the civil rights movement from 1960 to 1968, when Martin Luther King, Jr., served as copastor."
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Lonely Planet
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"Sunday services are now held at the new Ebenezer Baptist Church across the street from the historic Ebenezer."
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Atlanta History Center
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130 W Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305
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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."
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Frommer's
"The Atlanta History Center chronicles the past of Georgia and the Southeast, as well as the history of Atlanta."
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Arrive early to avoid disappointment.
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."
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Not For Tourists
"Start here to learn Atlanta's history."
Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"Four excellent permanent exhibits in the Atlanta History Museum bring the city's defining experiences to life."
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Be sure to visit the elegant 1928 Swan House (visit by guided tour only).
