NOT-TO-MISS EXHIBITS

Learn and play at these exceptional experiences.

Van Gogh: The Immersive Experience

Exhibition Hub, Atlanta Art Center

July 21-Sept. 29

This immersive digital art experiences brings you into the paintings of Vincent van Gogh with a virtual reality experience, atmospheric light and spectacular sound. 5660 Buford Hwy. NE, Atlanta. $34.90-$59.90; ages 4-12, $20.90-$43.90; ages 3 and younger, free. vangoghexpo.com/atlanta

Jurassic World: The Exhibition

Pullman Yards / Through July 31

Travel to Isla Nublar to walk in the land of Jurassic giants, come face-to-face with ferocious raptors, get close to a Tyrannosaurus rex and more. 225 Rogers St. NE, Atlanta. $21.99-$33.99; ages 3-15, $24.99-$27.99; ages 2 and younger, free. jurassicworldexhibition.com

Ancient Nubia: Art of the 25th Dynasty

High Museum of Art / Through Sept. 3

For nearly three thousand years, a series of kingdoms flourished in the Sudanese Nile Valley, and you can view the wealth of these kingdoms with jewelry, pottery, metalwork and more. 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-4400. $18.50. high.org

Survival of the Slowest

Fernbank Museum / Through Sept. 4

Learn how animals’ traits of being slow, small or weak work to their advantages in their habitats. 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta. 404-929-6300. $25.95; ages 3-12, $23.95; ages 2 and younger, free. fernbankmuseum.org

Shaun the Sheep: Flock This Way!

Children’s Museum of Atlanta

Through Sept. 4

Explore the antics of Shaun the Sheep and his pals from Mossy Bottom Farm by playing in the barn, creating stop motion animation and more, while little ones will enjoy their own “tot spot.” 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr. NW, Atlanta. 404-6595437. $13.95-$19.95; ages 11 months and younger, free. childrensmuseumatlanta.org

How People Make Things

Tellus Science Museum / Through Sept. 4

Inspired by the factory tour segments from “Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood,” enjoy hands-on activities to explore four manufacturing processes and how things are made. 100 Tellus Dr., Cartersville. 770-606-5700. $17; ages 3-17, $13; ages 2 and younger, free. tellusmuseum.org

Samurai: Armor

High Museum of Art / Through Sept. 17

With more than 150 helmets, swords and sets of armor, view a collection of samurai armor from Japan. 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-4400. $18.50. high.org

Electricity:

Powering the World

Tellus Science Museum

Through Feb. 25, 2024

Learn how the use of electricity has revolutionized our lives. 100 Tellus Dr., Cartersville. 770-606-5700. $17; ages 3-17, $13; ages 2 and younger, free. tellusmuseum.org

Get Outdoors

Butterfly Encounter

Chattahoochee Nature Center / Through Aug. 6

Join hundreds of live butterflies for pretty photo opportunities with these creatures and their nectar and host plants. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055. $15; ages 13-18, $11; ages 3-12, $9; ages 2 and younger, free. chattnaturecenter.org

Flora, Fauna & Flight

Fernbank Museum / Through Aug. 27

Discover how plants and animals defy gravity with this artistic outdoor exhibit featuring photos and sculptures. 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta. 404-929-6300. $25.95; ages 3-12, $23.95; ages 2 and younger, free. fernbankmuseum.org

Trolls: Save the Humans by Thomas Dambo

Atlanta Botanical Garden / Through Sept. 17

These folklore-inspired sculptures are built from reclaimed materials and range from 15 feet tall to 25 feet wide. 1345 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta. 404-876-5859. $26.95-$29.95; ages 3-12, $23.95-$26.95; ages 2 and younger, free. atlantabg.org