About
The Atlanta History Center is a history museum on West Paces Ferry Road in the Buckhead area of Atlanta, Georgia. It presents the story of Atlanta and the wider South through its exhibits, its historic houses, and its gardens, so a visit can cover both the city's own past and the regional culture that shaped it.
What you will find
- Exhibits on Atlanta and Southern history, arranged to show how the city and the region developed over time.
- Civil War artifacts, one of the museum's notable collections, given the city's central place in that conflict.
- Regional cultural displays that look at the everyday life, traditions and communities of the South.
- Historic houses on the grounds, which let you see how people lived in earlier periods.
- Gardens, a quieter part of the site for a walk between indoor displays.
Planning your visit
The museum suits visitors who enjoy history at a steady pace, whether they come for a half day or a full one. Families, students and anyone interested in the American Civil War or Southern life will find material to hold their attention. Because the historic houses and gardens sit alongside the galleries, it is worth allowing time to move between them.
For current hours, admission and any special programmes, contact the Atlanta History Center by phone at +1-404-814-4000, or check the address at 130 West Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30305. Known to many visitors as AHC, it is easy to reach from the wider city, and Buckhead offers shops and places to eat nearby for before or after your visit.