FALL IN LOVE WITH ATLANTA THIS AUTUMN

Autumn in Atlanta is a gorgeous time of year. Atlanta’s top attractions offer exciting new programming for visitors without the summer crowd. Find exhibits, programs and events for the whole family to enjoy.

BY MARIA SMITH

Chick-fil-A College Football Hall of Fame

Catch the limited-run “Art of College Football” exhibit featuring rarely seen college football-themed artwork from 12 renowned artists. The exhibition captures the passion, pageantry, traditions and some of the most memorable moments in college football. Visitors can upgrade their weekend with complimentary game day watch parties on Saturdays during the fall Tailgate Saturdays, featuring the 36-foot HD video board.

www.cfbhall.com

Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Travel back in time at Fernbank’s new fall exhibit, “Vikings: Warriors of the Sea,” running Oct. 7-Jan. 1, 2024. Visitors can explore Viking culture, society, art, traditions, beliefs, lifestyle and more. Take a guided walk through the brilliantly colored Fernbank Forest during the day and at night. Spend the day discovering dinosaurs, local history, ancient fossils, prehistoric cultures and scientific discoveries.

www.fernbankmuseum.org

Georgia Aquarium

Spend a day observing some of the most magnificent animals in the world such as beluga whales, sea lions, dolphins, African penguins and whale sharks, which are the world’s largest fish. The aquarium is home to a brand-new coastal bird exhibit featuring the roseate spoonbill and scarlet ibis, found in the Margaritaville Vacation Club Dolphin Coast gallery. Experience events including Latin Dance Wellness by the Water for adults (Sept. 12); Sound Bath Wellness by the Water (Oct. 10); and the

2023 Pride Kickoff party (Oct. 23). www.georgiaaquarium.org

Atlanta History Center

Fall is a beautiful time to visit the sprawling 33-acre Atlanta History Center campus. There are award-winning exhibitions, awe-inspiring historic houses and lovely gardens for families to wander and explore. In addition to permanent exhibits such as “Cyclorama: The Big Picture” and “Gatheround: Stories of Atlanta,” look for “The Road to Good Taste. The Design Life of Ruby Ross

Woods,” depicting the life of one of America’s most famous designers, on view through June 30, 2024. www.atlantahistorycenter.com

Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Families with kids younger than 8 visiting Children’s Museum of Atlanta can explore “Emotions at Play with Pixar’s Inside Out,” Sept. 16-Jan. 7, 2024. This is the first interactive exhibit based on Disney and Pixar’s hit animated feature. Kids will be able to understand the Continued on page 14

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High Museum of Art

The High Museum of Art continues to bring exciting, innovative art to Atlanta. “In the City of Light: Paris, 1850-1920” (through Dec. 31) is an exhibition showcasing the architecture, people and culture of the luminous French capital during an exciting time of change. The first major survey of Southern photography in 25 years, “A Long Arc: Photography and the American South,” (Sept. 15-Jan. 14, 2024) examines the region’s complicated history and its impact on photography. “Beatrix Potter: www.high.org

Drawn to Nature” (Oct. 13-Jan. 7, 2024) is a playful, interactive exhibition that invites visitors of all ages to rediscover one of the most renowned authors of children’s fiction. “Sonya Clark: We Are Each Other” (Oct. 27-Feb. 18, 2024) is a traveling exhibition of the pioneering fiber artist’s large-scale, communitycentered and participatory projects.

Illuminarium Atlanta

Illuminarium is a permanent immersive experience on the Eastside Trail of Atlanta BeltLine near Ponce City Market. Guests can visit “Space: A Journey to the Moon & Beyond” while flying across the galaxy for an out-of-this-world immersive journey. “Waking Wonderland” is another immersive spectacle at Illuminarium Atlanta inspired by Lewis Carroll’s novel

“Through the Looking Glass.” Look for after-dark, 21+ variations of these two experiences, too. www.illuminarium.com/atlanta

Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum

Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum is a unique educational experience found only in Atlanta. Visitors can get a close-up view of the American presidency through immersive exhibitions of objects, documents, photographs and videos. Highlights include a replica of the Oval Office, a “Day in the Life of the President” presentation and an interactive map table that lets visitors follow the Carters as they monitor elections and fight diseases. The library is nestled between two lakes on 30 acres of beautiful, walkable parkland. www.jimmycarterlibrary.gov

Michael C. Carlos Museum

Carlos Museum at Emory University is a hidden treasure in Atlanta, highlighting permanent exhibits exploring the art and history of Africa, the Americas, ancient Egypt, Nubia and the Near East, ancient

Greece and Rome, and South Asia. “You Belong Here: Place, People, and Purpose in Latinx Photography” celebrates the dynamic photography of Latinx artists across the United States. Running Sept. 9-Dec. 3, the collection brings together established and emerging artists tackling themes of political resistance, family and community, fashion and culture, and the complexity of identity in American life. www.carlos.emory.edu

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Museum of Illusions

Your eyes won’t deceive you as you enter Atlanta’s newest museum, or will they? Atlanta recently welcomed Museum of Illusions – the largest location opened yet – to Atlantic Station. Get ready for mind-boggling optical illusions, www.moiatlanta.com

3D holograms, interactive illusion rooms and exhibitions that encourage you to think in different ways.

World of Coca-Cola

Experience the world’s most famous beverage in a dynamic multimedia indoor attraction. Check out the vault that houses the secret formula for Coca-Cola, see a behind-the-scenes look at the bottling process and view hundreds of artifacts. Don’t miss Taste It!, everyone’s favorite way to taste Coca-Cola beverages from around the globe and discover new flavor journeys in the newly reimagined Scent Discovery immersive experience. www.worldofcoca-cola.com

William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum www.thebreman.org

The goal of Breman Museum is to connect people to Jewish history, culture and arts through its exhibits and events. Open Wednesday through Friday and Sunday, the museum features poetry, film, music and history. Current exhibits include “ICONS,” showcasing Robert Weingarten’s innovative and groundbreaking visual biographies of notable American icons. “History with Chutzpah” and “Absence of Humanity” are two other collections on exhibit featuring artifacts and stories from Atlanta-area Jewish families.