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 Pageant of African-American history |
135 Auburn Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30303 United States +1 404 521 2739 http://www.apexmuseum.org/ |
The African-American Panoramic Experience is a museum that catalogs the history of Atlanta's Sweet Auburn neighborhood. Located near the boyhood home of Martin Luther King, Jr., the APEX also serves as the nation's foremost center for the study of African-American history. There is a replica of a Sweet Auburn Avenue drugstore and barbershop, as well as a theater trolley car which shows an introductory video. This important cultural museum offers visitors a chance to explore a part of Atlanta and her history that is often overlooked. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Major League Baseball |
755 Hank Aaron Drive (Turner Field) Atlanta, GA 30302 United States +1 404 249 6400 http://www.atlantabraves.com |
Constructed for the 1996 Olympics, Turner Field has since served as the home of the Atlanta Braves, one of Major League Baseball's most successful franchises. Tickets for games are available in a wide range of prices depending upon seating (USD12-USD45). The Ivan Allen Jr. Braves Museum and Hall of Fame is also open during the off-season, a 4,000 square foot shrine featuring more than 200 artifacts from the Braves' history, including the 1995 World Series trophy. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Global focus on culture |
285 Peachtree Center Avenue Atlanta, GA 30303 United States +1 404 688 2467 |
Located on the Marquis II side of Peachtree Center, this is one of downtown's most progressive and innovative cultural outlets. The museum's mission is to foster cross-cultural learning through displays, educational endeavors and special outreach programs. Over the past 10+ years, the museum has hosted more than 25 international exhibitions featuring the cutting edge of design and artistic expression from all over the world. Gallery tours and lectures are offered during public hours, and large groups are advised to call ahead. Admission is free everyday, but they greatly appreciate contributions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ted Turner's multimedia kingdom |
1 CNN Center (Marietta Street at Techwood Drive) Atlanta, GA 30303 United States +1 404 827 2300 http://www.cnn.com/tour/atlanta/ |
This downtown complex features not only the global headquarters of CNN and Turner Broadcasting, but an Omni hotel, several fine restaurants and a nice selection of boutiques and shops. Take a tour of the CNN studios for a behind-the-scenes look at news in the making, grab a meal at Bugatti's, and stick around for a taping of one of the popular shows telecast daily. In order to guarantee a place in a show's audience, be sure to reserve a seat in advance. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Unique Showcase |
1404 Spring Street North West Atlanta, GA 30309 United States +1 404 873 3391 http://www.puppet.org |
This unique museum is located within the Center for Puppetry Arts, the largest institute dedicated to the art of puppetry in the United States. Learn everything you ever wanted to know about the history, creation, and craft of puppetry, and witness featured exhibits from all around the world. Performances and workshops are regularly scheduled, and a special birthday party program is available for kids of all ages. Stop by for a tour today, or call for a schedule of performances at the adjacent theaters. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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For cultural kids |
6400 Sugarloaf Parkway (Building 300) Atlanta, GA 30097 United States +1 770 623 6002 http://www.artsgwinnett.org/ |
The Children's Arts Museum is just what the name implies - a museum designed and operated with children in mind. Children are given more credit here than they are at most arts centers. Rather than acting as some kind of artistic daycare center, this museum offers exhibitions and artistic programs that allow children to explore their cultural interests and develop their personal talents. While the museum is only open to school groups during the week, the doors of the Museum are thrown open to the public on weekdays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 MLK Preached Here |
407 Auburn Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30312 United States +1 404 688 7263 http://www.historicebenezer.org/ |
Ebenezer Baptist Church was founded in 1886, and has since stood as a high-profile center for African-American leadership and worship in Atlanta. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. began his ministry in this unassuming structure, and gained a national voice through his sermons from its pulpit. The Southern Christian Leadership Conference was also founded here. The church has recently expanded to a new sanctuary, but the original building continues to be a place of worship with services offered every Sunday at 7:45a and 11a. See website for visitors guide, weekly announcements, online services, and pastor bio. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ancient Village Site |
813 Indian Mounds Road SE Atlanta, GA 30120 United States +1 770 387 3747 http://ngeorgia.com/parks/etow... |
This ancient site was the largest gathering place of Mississippian Indians between 1000 and 1550 AD. The largest mound is three acres in diameter and 63 feet tall, and is thought to have housed the chief's platform. The five other mounds are much smaller, and served primarily as burial sites. Archeological digs have excavated much of the remains, which are on display in a small museum, which also houses exhibits on the area's history. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Architectural Landmark |
Am Oberbaum Atlanta, GA 10243 United States +1 404 881 2100 http://www.foxtheatre.org/ |
This National historic landmark was built in 1929 as a Shriners temple, but through most of its storied history it has served as Atlanta's premier theatrical venue. A marvel of Middle Eastern Revival architecture that spans a full city block, it is one of the largest theaters built in America during the golden age of the movies. Today, the theater maintains a steady schedule of Broadway shows, operas, symphonic performances and rock concerts. Tours are available, but the best way to experience the Fox is through a night on the town. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Capitalist's Paradise |
1000 Peachtree Street Atlanta, GA 30303 United States +1 404 498 8500 http://www.frbatlanta.org |
This museum holds the answers to every question you have ever had about money. Learn the history of banking through interactive displays and see examples of how American money has evolved over the years. A collection of interesting financial artifacts are also on hand, including gold mined from nearby Dahlonega, Georgia, including a short film which outlines the operation of the United States Federal Reserve in amazing detail. The museum is free and open daily to the public except on bank holidays. For groups of 10 or more, please call ahead. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hands on learning experience |
767 Clifton Road NE Atlanta, GA 30307 United States +1 404 929 6300 / +1 404 929 6400 http://www.fernbank.edu/museum/ |
Atlanta's largest museum sits on 140 forested acres just east of downtown. The Great Hall soars 86 feet to a rooftop skylight, and gives way to a labyrinth of halls devoted to the miracle of nature. A 315-seat IMAX theater showcases the world's most dramatic films on its five-story screen, while a comprehensive planetarium makes the heavens easily accessible. Be sure to visit on Fridays for Martinis and IMAX, a trendy cocktail hour followed by a film. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seat of Georgia Government |
Capitol Avenue & Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Atlanta, GA 30303 United States +1 404 656 2844 http://www.georgia.gov |
Besides housing the governor's office and the state legislature, the Capitol preserves and represents Georgia's rich and diverse history both inside and out. Named a National Historic Landmark in 1977, the Capitol is made of Indiana limestone and Georgia marble, with a golden dome that rises more than 240 feet from the rotunda floor. Free guided tours are available on weekdays. The Georgia State Museum of Science and Industry is housed on the first and fourth floors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Atlanta's highest artistic expressions |
1280 Peachtree Street, Northeast Atlanta, GA 30309 United States +1 404 733 4444 / +1 404 733 4400 http://www.high.org/ |
It is hard to miss this ultra-modern, stark white structure on Peachtree that houses Atlanta's finest collections of classic and contemporary art. A towering atrium soars to four interior levels, with the galleries moving from 18th- and 19th-century collections near the ground floor to the cutting edge of art on the upper levels. The High has increased in size to 312,000 square feet with three buildings designed by renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano: the Susan and John Wieland Pavilion, the Anne Cox Chambers Wing for galleries, and an office building. The High plays frequent host to the most important touring collections as well, hosting exhibitions featuring artists like Pablo Picasso and Norman Rockwell. The High also displays old prints of Abe Lincoln and of General William Tecumseh Sherman. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Museum and special events space |
453 Freedom Parkway Atlanta, GA 30307-1498 United States +1 404 865 7100 http://www.jimmycarterlibrary.org |
The Carter Library & Museum sits on 35 landscaped acres, just east of downtown where the Virginia-Highlands meet Inman Park. The complex consists of five interconnected pavilions that house the offices of the former President, research and foundation facilities, and the Jimmy Carter Library and Museum, including thousands of papers and mementos from the Carter administration. The landscaped gardens feature a lake, as well as more than 400 plants and 80 varieties of roses, including the coral Rosalynn Carter rose. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Moon River madness |
103 Decatur St SE (Pullen Library South G.S.O.) Atlanta, GA 30326 United States +1 404 651 2477 |
The life and work of Georgian songwriter and favorite son Johnny Mercer is the focus of this small but comprehensive museum at the Pullen Library South. The late crooner's career spanned several decades and included such timeless hits as the Academy Award-winning "Moon River" and "The Days of Wine and Roses," which brought Mercer a Grammy®. Displays include a multitude of personal items, manuscripts and photographs from Mercer's life in Georgia and beyond. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous Author's Home |
990 Peachtree St Atlanta, GA 30305 United States +1 404 249 7015 http://www.gwtw.org/ |
This modest turn-of-the-century home is an architectural find in itself, but most notable because it houses the apartment where Margaret Mitchell penned most of the world's most popular novel, "Gone with the Wind." Having survived arson and many seasons of decay, the house has been completely restored. Guided tours feature a wealth of historical and anecdotal information on Mitchell, the house and Atlanta in general. A museum shop is also on site. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cobb County History |
1 Depot Street Suite 200 Atlanta, GA 30067 United States +1 770 528 0431 http://www.mariettahistory.org |
The history of Marietta is forever intertwined with that of Atlanta, and is in its full, perpetual glory just 15 minutes north of downtown. Located on the second floor of the historic Kennesaw House in downtown Marietta, the museum features relics from the Civil War, historic artifacts, and a parade of furniture that dates back to the first settlers of the area. The Kennesaw House was built early in the 19th-century as a hotel, and served as headquarters for General Sherman during his unappreciated visit to the area in 1864. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Meet Atlanta's Stately Neighbor |
4 Depot Street Atlanta, GA 30060 United States +1 770 429 1115 http://www.mariettasquare.com |
Housed in a restored railroad depot that dates to 1898, this rustic center should be your first stop in Marietta, Atlanta's closest and most distinguished suburb just northwest of town. View the Center's 7 minute video on the history and culture of Cobb County, then browse their library of informative brochures on area attractions, restaurants, accommodations, and tours. Whether you come to Marietta to relax, shop, or catch a glimpse of some of the finest residential architecture in Georgia, a quick stop at the Marietta Welcome Center is a good start. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cobb culture |
30 Atlanta St Atlanta, GA 30060 United States +1 770 528 1444 http://www.mariettacobbartmuse... |
The city of Atlanta doesn't have a monopoly on fine art in Georgia, as evidenced by this fine gallery in the suburbs. Housed in a 1908 National Historic Landmark building, the Marietta-Cobb Museum of Art showcases major exhibitions of international stature. While you're in the neighborhood, check out the historic Marietta Square just two blocks away, a prototypical Southern town square, complete with a county courthouse. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Civil Rights leader memorial |
450 Auburn Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30312 United States +1 404 331 5190 http://www.nps.gov/malu/ |
A few blocks to the east of downtown, the Sweet Auburn neighborhood is home to the birthplace of America's most influential Civil Rights leader. Operated by the National Park Service, this historic site contains Dr. King's boyhood home, his crypt and the Ebenezer Baptist Church. Tours are conducted daily on the hour beginning at 10am. During the summer, tours are on the half-hour, starting at 9:30am. Since the historic site covers several city blocks, visitors are advised to stop at the Visitor Center upon arrival for a map and touring advice. Free admission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Egyptian art |
571 Kilgo Street Atlanta, GA 30303 United States +1 404 727 4282 http://carlos.emory.edu/ |
Showcasing ancient Egyptian art, this 45,000 square foot museum is a brilliant addition to Atlanta's cultural landscape. Affiliated with Emory University, the museum's permanent collection of over 15,000 objects spans an historical stretch of nearly 9,000 years, from the prehistoric cultures of the 7th century BC to the 20th century. The museum also sponsors many special exhibitions, lectures, films, and workshops. Visit Cafe Antico for daily gourmet lunches in a dramatic setting. Admission is free, but a donation is suggested (strongly). Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine art from around the world |
4484 Peachtree Road Atlanta, GA 30319 United States +1 404 364 8555 http://museum.oglethorpe.edu/ |
Located on the verdant, heavily-Gothic campus of Oglethorpe University, this dignified museum offers a broad range of cultural displays, from antiquity to modern art. A short, five-minute car trip up Peachtree Road from Buckhead, the museum and university are surrounded by the quiet residential neighborhood of Brookhaven, one of the city's prettiest. Admission is $5 fee per person to the museum but the campus is free. The museum is closed on museum holidays. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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1904 Landmark Mansion |
1516 Peachtree Street Atlanta, GA 30309 United States +1 404 885 7802 http://www.rhodeshall.org/ |
This august Atlanta landmark is frequently noted as one of the city's most stunning and unique architectural achievements. Built to resemble a Rhineland castle, Rhodes Hall boasts one of Atlanta's finest examples of Victorian interior design. Constructed in 1904 during one of Atlanta's most significant residential building booms, the house is now available for tours during the week as well as for private rentals. The hall can be rented for formal events and parties, and private tours are also available. Children under 11 are admitted free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Frankly, my dear, a great museum |
102 N. Main St Atlanta, GA 30389 United States +1 770 210 1017 |
Ten minutes south of downtown Atlanta, right in the heart of historic Jonesboro, you'll find the Road to Tara Museum. This one-of-a-kind archive is dedicated to the epic masterpiece "Gone With the Wind" by Atlanta's favorite author, Margaret Mitchell. Housed in the 1867 train depot adjacent to the Jonesboro Welcome Center, the comprehensive gallery stocks an impressive inventory of GWTW book and movie memorabilia, including original props, costume reproductions, plate and doll collections, and a photo gallery. Take I-75 South to the Jonesboro exit, about 10 miles. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The History of Paper |
Georgia Institute of Technology 500 10th St NW Atlanta, GA 30332-0620 United States +1 404 894 7840 http://ipst.gatech.edu/amp/ |
If you've ever wondered about the history of paper, you're in luck. Come here and you will be introduced to everything from the ancient craft of papermaking circa 4,000 BC to the advanced technology that exists today. Exhibits showcase more than 2,000 books, plus a collection of 10,000-plus watermarks, papers, tools, machines and manuscripts. Guided tours of the museum may be scheduled in advance, while self-guided tours are available anytime. A hands-on papermaking workshop is also available on Friday mornings for an additional $3 per person. See website for calendar of events and exhibitions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ride on a Caboose |
PO Box 1267 Atlanta, GA 30096 United States +1 770 476 2013 http://www.srmduluth.org/ |
Kids of all ages will love this wonderful little museum, which features a better collection of trains than most rail yards do. Here you can tour passenger coaches, a business car, an early refrigerator car, and both a diner and a WWII troop kitchen. Climb aboard and explore the vintage steam locomotives, cabooses and old wooden freight cars from the early days of rail transport. After the museum tour, line up for a ride aboard one of several fully restored cabooses. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Near Historic Battlefields |
2829 Cherokee St Atlanta, GA 30144 United States +1 770 427 2117 http://www.southernmuseum.org/ |
Civil War enthusiasts should make a point of visiting this museum, located about 15 minutes north of Atlanta off Interstate 75. The focal point is "The General," the locomotive engine stolen by a group of Union spies during the Civil War which began what is known to Civil War buffs as the Great Locomotive Chase. Experience the exciting tale of "The General and The Texas" in a multimedia presentation, or pore over numerous Civil War artifacts and relics displayed throughout the museum. See website for guided tour details and seasonal program information. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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African-American art |
350 Spelman Lane SW PO Box 1526 Atlanta, GA 30314 United States +1 404 270 5607 http://www.spelman.edu/museum/ |
Located in the Cosby Academic Center on the campus of Spelman College, the Spelman College Museum of Fine Arts features one of the finest collections of African American art in the South. Established in 1996 with the support of comedian Bill Cosby and his wife Camille Hanks Cosby, this important museum features both permanent and visiting exhibits of the works of some of today's finest contemporary artists. Located on Atlanta's south side, Spelman is one of the nation's premier black colleges. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Historic antebellum home |
100 Carriage Lane (Margaret Mitchell Memorial Park) Atlanta, GA 30310 United States +1 770 473 0197 |
This beautifully restored antebellum plantation has a history as expansive and magnificent as its rooms. Built in 1838 in the Greek Revival style, the home was moved to its present location from outside of Jonesboro and named for the large trees surrounding it. Previously, it had housed both Northern and Southern troops during the Civil War in 1864. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Cars and lost antiques |
Stone Mountain Park (Highway 78) Atlanta, GA 30083 United States +1 770 413 5229 http://www.stonemountainpark.c... |
The Antique Car Museum was opened in 1963 by Tommy Protsman to showcase his private collection of antiques and cars. With nearly four decades of experience under its belt, the museum now houses forty antique cars and over 4000 interesting antiques. The museum includes such rare cars as a 1948 Tucker and a 1928 Martin. Voted by Car Collector Magazine as one of the top ten car museums with fifty cars or less, the museum is a sure-fire destination for all car lovers and antique connoisseurs. Operating hours change monthly, see website for updates. See main Stone Mountain Park website for One-Day All Attractions Pass pricing and details. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gift shop and gallery, too |
3130 Slaton Drive Atlanta, GA 30305 United States +1 404 261 0636 http://www.swancoachhouse.com |
Across from the Atlanta History Center, this restored house is home to an upscale restaurant as well as a fine arts gallery and gift shop. The restaurant serves creative regional dishes and light fare, presented in an elegant tearoom ambience. The same menu is also available in the more casual adjacent Pub Room. The Swan Coach House Gallery features works by Southern artists, 19th century European and American paintings, and contemporary art reflecting Atlanta's artistic tradition. The gift shop offers decorative accessories, porcelains, silver, antiques and many small gift ideas. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Historic items of interest |
791 Mimosa Blvd Atlanta, GA 30075 United States +1 770 552 6339 http://www.fultonschools.org/d... |
This museum's collection isn't limited to Georgia history, but instead strives to teach visitors about world events. It has a sister museum called the Teaching Museum South in Hapeville, which highlights completely different themes, making each worthy of its own visit. At Museum North, you can see an exhibit on First Ladies of the White House and a Holocaust remembrance. There is also plenty of Georgia history on display, such as an authentic log cabin and a turn-of-the-century courtroom. Admission is free, but reservations are required. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Native American exhibits & more |
689 North Ave Atlanta, GA 30354 United States +1 404 669 8015 http://www.teachingmuseumsouth... |
This free museum features displays of native Georgian history, from American Indians and colonists to more worldly events, like a special Holocaust exhibit. Its sister museum, Teaching Museum North in Roswell, hosts an entirely different range exhibits, although the two do share some notable similarities. Peruse an impressive collection of American Indian artifacts, and examine the evolution of transportation in South Fulton County. There is also a very special exhibit on Anne Frank's diary. Admission is free. Call for more information or to make reservations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lesson in communications |
675 W Peachtree St NE (Southern Bell Center) Atlanta, GA 30303 United States +1 404 223 3661 http://www.bellsouthgapioneers... |
This is one of Atlanta's most unusual museums, and one that will certainly teach you a thing or two about our most common means of communication. A comprehensive series of exhibits explains the evolution of the telephone and its impact on daily life over the years, as well as the device's influence on the world's social and political development. The museum is an especially interesting destination for children growing up in an age of instantly accessible communication technology. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Largest in the Southeast |
1440 Spring Street Northwest Atlanta, GA 30309 United States +1 678 222 3700 http://www.thebreman.org/ |
This noted museum allows visitors to explore the full range of Atlanta's Jewish history from 1845 to the present. Operated by the Atlanta Jewish Federation, this Midtown cultural center features two core galleries, plus a Special Exhibitions Gallery for Holocaust Education. Exhibits include interactive displays, films, a genealogy room, and many examples of Jewish Atlantans' contributions to literature, art, music, theater, dance and film. Guided and self-led tours are available. Admission is $10 for adults, $6 for seniors. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Southern Center for Art |
1280 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30309 United States +1 404 733 5000 http://www.woodruffcenter.org |
The Woodruff is a large and significant part of Atlanta's cultural scene as a non-profit center devoted to the performing and visual arts. See the symphony perform, check out a Picasso exhibit, or see a play all in one visit. The Center includes the Alliance Theatre, Atlanta College of Art, Atlanta Symphony Orchestra, High Downtown Folk Art & Photography Galleries, High Museum of Art, and the 14th Street Playhouse. With a renovation to the Center, guided by renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano, the High Museum of Art has expanded immensely and a pedestrian forum, the Sifley Piazza, has added a casual and comfortable feel to the area. Check website for full details including ticket information and upcoming shows and exhibitions. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Learn the History of Coke |
55 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive South East Atlanta, GA 30303-3505 United States +1 404 676 5151 http://www.woccatlanta.com/ |
Atlanta's most famous invention is also the world's most popular soft drink and nowhere is this more clear than at this unique downtown museum. The new 20-acre complex features a 4D cinematic experience, and the largest collection of Coke® memorabilia ever assembled, including a pop-culture gallery. The museum draws many visitors, and features an exhaustive look at the history, manufacture and distribution of Coca-Cola. Perhaps the most popular phase of the tour is the final stop, where guests are invited to sample vast and various recipes of Coke as it is marketed throughout the world. Tickets may be purchased through their website. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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