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Metro Atlanta Georgia Travel Region

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Free fun activities in the Metro Atlanta Travel Region include:
Blue BulletFine Arts Centers & Galleries
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Please click on the links above or scroll down the page to explore these free fun area activities.
Blue BulletFine Arts Centers & Galleries
Callanwolde Fine Arts Center
The 1920 Callanwolde mansion offers arts education and literary visual and performing arts events. Gallery open Mon.-Fri. 10a.m.- 8p.m., Sat. 10a.m.-3p.m. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 404-872-5338 - Address: 980 Briarcliff Rd., Atlanta, GA 30306
Clark Atlanta University Art Galleries
Home to a historical collection of African-American art and the illustrious murals by Hale Woodruff. Mon.-Fri. 10a.m.-5p.m., Sat.-Sun. 12-4p.m. Donations accepted.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired, Food, Party Facilities
Phone: 404-880-6102 - Address: 223 James P. Brawley Dr., Atlanta, GA 30314
Cultural Arts Center
It hosts concerts, festivals, events and other cultural activities, including Monthly artists’ receptions, exhibits and special programs. Mon.-Fri. 9a.m.-5p.m., Sun. 1-5p.m.. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired, Party Facilities
Phone: 770-949-2787 – Address: 8652 Campbellton St., Douglasville, GA 30134
Great Gatsby’s Auction Gallery
This 100,000-square-foot showroom includes an art gallery and a three-acre garden area. Mon.-Sat. 9a.m.-5p.m. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-457-1903 Address: 5070 Peachtree Industrial Blvd, Chamblee, GA 30341
Marlow House Gallery
This quaint gallery features Thomas Kinkade artwork, gifts and collectibles. Mon.-Sat. 10a.m.-5p.m.
Phone: 770-426-1825 – Address: 192 Church St., Marietta, GA 30060
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American Museum of Papermaking
Trace the history of paper from 4,000 BC to today’s contemporary paper artists. Mon.-Fri. 9a.m.-5p.m. Reservations required for tours. Donations accepted.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 404-894-7840 - Address: 500 10th St., Atlanta, GA 30332
Antique Funeral Museum/ Margaret Mitchell Playhouse
Visitors can see a horse-drawn hearse, a pre-Civil War casket, antique Civil War embalming equipment and visit the room where Margaret Mitchell played as a child. Daily. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-478-7211 – Address: 168 N. McDonough St., Jonesboro, GA 30236
CDC/ Global Heath Odyssey Museum
See how the CDC’s work leads to safer and healthier people. A museum, visitors center and interactive educational facility. Mon.-Fri. 9a.m.-5p.m. Free.
Phone: 404-639-0830 - Address: 1600 Clifton Rd., NE, Atlanta, GA 30333
Coweta County African-American Heritage Museum and Research Center
The first black museum of the county exhibits historical African-American architecture, and houses artifacts and records. Call for hours or appt. Donations accepted.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-683-7055 – Address: 92 Farmer St., Newnan, GA 30263
Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta Visitors Center and Monetary Museum
Explore the Federal Reserve’s role in the economy through interactive exhibits. Tour the cash and check operations overlooks. Mon., Wed., Fri. at 10a.m. and 1p.m. Free.
Amenities: Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 404-498-8764 - Address: 1000 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309
Georgia State Capitol and Museum
Experience the history of the Capitol by viewing artifacts, historic flags, artwork and a short film. Mon.-Fri. 8a.m.-5:30p.m. Seasonal tour times. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired, Food
Phone: 404-656-2844 or 404-651-6996
Address:
431 State Capitol, Atlanta, GA 30334
Gwinnett History Museum
The museum specializes in the preservation of Gwinnett County artifacts from prehistory to World War II. Mon.-Thurs. 10a.m.-4p.m. Sat. 12-5p.m. $1donation requested.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Food
Phone: 770-822-5178 – Address: 455 Perry St., Lawrenceville, GA 30045
Lanier Museum of Natural History
This museum offers a look at Georgia’s natural environment. A reptile collection, wildlife exhibits and a butterfly garden are favorite attractions.
Phone: 404-932-4460 - 2601 Buford Dam Rd., Buford, GA 30518
Marietta Fire Museum
The museum showcases antique fire engines and fire-fighting equipment. Mon.-Fri. 8a.m.-5p.m. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-794-5491 – Address: 112 Haynes St., Marietta, GA 30060
Museum of Design
Located in downtown Atlanta, this museum is dedicated to the study of design and its impact on daily life. Tue.-Sat. 11a.m.-5p.m. Free.
Amenities: Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 404-979-6455 - Address: 285 Peachtree Center Ave., Atlanta, GA 30303
Old Campbell County Museum
Learn the history of Campbell County and visit the historic courthouse. Tue. 11a.m.-4p.m. and by appt. Call for tour reservations. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-964-6007, 770-996-6796 – Address: Old Campbell County Courthouse and E. Broad St., Fairburn, GA 30214
Roswell Fire and Rescue Museum
This small local museum focuses on the history of the Roswell Volunteer Fire Department. Daily 9a.m.-6p.m. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-641-3730 – Address: 1002 Alpharetta St., Roswell, GA 30075
Smyrna Museum
This museum contains a large collection of photographs, memorabilia, publications and historical and genealogical research materials. Call for hours and tours. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-431-2858 – Address: 2861 Atlanta St., Smyrna, GA 30082
Teaching Museum North
Exhibits here document the history of the U.S. Georgia and Roswell. Mon.-Fri. 8a.m.-4p.m.. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-552-6339 – Address: 793 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell, GA 30075
The Berman Jewish Heritage Museum
Through the lens of the Jewish experience the museum explores universal themes such as human dignity and respect for difference.
Phone: 678-222-3700 - Address: 1440 Spring St., Atlanta, GA 30309
Blue BulletHistoric Sites & Historical Societies
Fayette County Historical Society
The society runs a research center for genealogical and historical research and offers a walking tour of the Fayetteville historic area. Call for hours. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-716-6020 – Address: 195 Lee St., Fayetteville, GA 30214
Georgia Department of Archives and History
Georgia’s most valuable historical documents are housed here, helping state and local governments meet records requirements. Tue.-Sat. 8:30a.m.-5p.m. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 678-364-3700 – Address: 5800 Jonesboro Rd., Morrow, GA 30260
Governor’s Mansion
Take a tour through the beautiful mansion to learn the history and see its collection of 19th-century neoclassical furnishings, paintings and porcelain. Tue.-Thurs. 10-11:30a.m. Free.
Amenities:
Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 404-261-1776 - Address: 391 W. Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta, GA 30305
Gwinnett Historical Society and Gwinnett History Center
The Historical Society maintains a genealogy and history library in the courthouse. Mon.-Fri. 10a.m.-2p.m. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-822-5174 – Address: 185 Crogan St., Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Henry and Clayton Counties Genealogical Society
In the 1826 Brown House, the Genealogical Society preserves historical information about Henry and Clayton counties. Mon., Wed., Fri. 10a.m.-3p.m. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms
Phone: 770-954-1456 – Address: 71 Macon St., McDonough, GA 30252
Historic Complex of Dekalb Historical Society
Housed in the former courthouse in Decatur, it provides tours on DeKalb’s history and maintains a museum that has a room devoted to the Civil War.
Phone: 404-373-1088 - 720 W. Trinity Pl., Decatur, GA 30030
Historic Mansell House and Gardens
A 1910 Victorian home, filled with period antiques and surrounded by gardens, houses the records and archives for old Milton County. Mon. and Fri. 10 a.m.-4p.m. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-475-HOME - Address: 1835 Old Milton Pkwy., Alpharetta, GA 30004
Historic Oakland Cemetery
This cemetery is the final resting place for 6,900 Confederate Soldiers, author Margaret Mitchell, and golfer Bobby Joners. Daily Dusk-dawn. Group tours by appt.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 404-688-2107 - Address: 248 Oakland Ave., Atlanta, GA 30312
Historic City Cemetery
Guided tours are avail. Of this 1823 cemetery and museum. Notable citizens buried here are Philip and Eleanor Fitzgerald, great grandparents Margaret Mitchell.
Phone: 770-716-5332 – Address: 280 Stonewall Ave., W. Fayeteville, GA 30214
Marietta Confederate Cemetery/ Marietta City Cemetery
Buried in the Confederate Cemetery are more than 3,000 people from the Civil War era. The City Cemetery dates back further, to the 1830s. Daily dawn-dusk. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-429-1115 – Address: 381 Powder Springs St., Marietta, GA 30060
Marietta National Cemetery
More than 10,000 Civil War soldiers are buried here. Daily. Call for tours. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-428-3258 – Address: 500 Washington Ave., Marietta, GA 30060
Martin Luther King, Jr. National Historic Site
Tour MLK Jr.’s birth home and the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church where he was baptized and served as a co-pastor. Daily 9a.m.-5p.m. (6p.m. in summer). Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 404-331-5190 - Address: 450 Auburn Ave., GA 30312
National Archives and Record Administration
The National Archives and Record Administration houses information for genealogy research. Tue.-Sat. 8:30a.m.-5p.m. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 770-968-2100 – Address: 5780 Jonesboro Rd., Morrow, GA 30260
Old Courthouse on the Square
This former courthouse, more than 100 year old, feature the Jim Cherry Museum, which includes a special Civil War room. Mon.-Fri. 9a.m.-4p.m. Free.
Amenities: Parking, Public Restrooms, Accessibility for mobility-impaired
Phone: 404-373-1088 - Address: 101 E. Court Square, Decatur, GA 30030
Blue BulletOther fun Metro Atlanta Georgia Travel Region Activities include:
Georgia State Park State Parks - Panola Mountain and Sweetwater Creek
Smiley Bullet Festivals and Events
Smiley Bullet Free Fun Stuff To Do Outdoors
Smiley Bullet Fun Indoor and Outdoor Activities $5 and Under
Smiley Bullet For more information, visit the Metro Atlanta Georgia Visitor Centers
Metro Atlanta Georgia Travel RegionClick on the link to download and print the
Metro Atlanta Georgia Travel Region Map
for a reference.  It is in .pdf format.

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