National Center for Civil and Human Rights
BY ATLANTA NOW EDITORIAL STAFF
ATLANTA BOTANICAL GARDEN
A 30-acre oasis in the heart of the city, the Atlanta Botanical Garden has reopened both its outdoor and indoor spaces for guests. “Alice’s Wonderland Re-imagined” lures guests with larger-than-life topiary-like sculptures depicting characters from the classic tale including a 16-foot Red Queen and 14-foot Alice rotating in the Howell Fountain pool. www.atlantabg.org
WORLD OF COCA-COLA
This attraction dedicated to the world’s most famous soft drink lets guests see the
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Vault of the Secret Formula, the Pop Culture Gallery and the bottling process. The Coca-Cola Polar Bear knows all about social distancing and is ready to greet guests. Even the Taste It sampling experience will be available, although slightly altered to comply with FDA guidelines. www.worldofcoca-cola.com
Baby beluga whale Shila, at Georgia Aquarium
GEORGIA AQUARIUM
Many of Atlanta’s attractions are open and eager to greet you in the safest way possible. Our attractions follow all COVID-19 safety precautions and, if you forgot your mask, no problem! Most places sell their own designs. Here’s the lowdown on what’s open.
FERNBANK MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY
Head to Fernbank for science exploration, nature, the world’s largest dinosaurs and 75 acres of outdoor nature trails. Be sure to hit the Fantastic Forces STEM exhibit, “A Walk Through Time in Georgia” and the special exhibition “Amazing Animals: Built to Survive.” www.fernbankmuseum.org
CHILDREN’S MUSEUM OF ATLANTA
Kids and families will love the 3,000-squarefoot facility with many play spaces available, focusing on ages 0-8. Climb through the layers of Earth, journey across the continents, deliver food from farm to table and then build or paint a masterpiece in the multilevel, hands-on learning center. www.childrensmuseumatlanta.org
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GEORGIA AQUARIUM
If you see a shadow pass over your head, look up and you’ll likely see one of the aquarium’s four whale sharks—the world’s largest fish species, located in Ocean Voyager gallery. Keep an eye out for Shila, the new baby beluga whale, manta rays, California sea lions, African penguins and numerous other species. A new shark gallery is coming soon, so be on the lookout for updates. www.georgiaaquarium.org
NATIONAL CENTER FOR CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS
Recently reopened, the Center connects the American civil rights movement to
