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Atlanta History Center vs High Museum of Art
Both Atlanta History Center and High Museum of Art are endorsed by experts. On balance, High Museum of Art is preferred by most reviewers compared to Atlanta History Center. High Museum of Art scores 91 with praise from 9 publications including Concierge, Not For Tourists and Afar Magazine.
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).
High Museum of Art
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1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
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"This museum's permanent collection includes 19th- and 20-century American works, including many by African-American artists."
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Concierge
"Part of the Woodruff Arts Center, the High is one of Atlanta's premier cultural institutions and is conveniently located in the city's Midtown arts district."
Lonely Planet
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"Atlanta's modern High Museum was the first museum in the world to ever exhibit art lent from Paris' Louvre and is a destination as much for its architecture as its world-class exhibits."
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"The High's permanent collection includes some 11,000 works of art, with a particular emphasis on 19th- and 20th-century American painting and decorative arts."
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Not For Tourists
"Atlanta's best-known art museum."
