Suggestions for History Museum near Midtown, Atlanta

Oakland Cemetery • January 7, 2011One of the most beautiful & unique mansions in Atlanta. The exterior granite came from nearby Stone Mountain. The building serves as a museum, event facility, & offices for the GA Trust (upstairs).

Bob 💲☎🍒Ⓜ♒ M. • April 28, 2013Excellent information well presented

Aubrey Ramon • May 6, 2015A must see when downtown for its historical value to the city both economically & socially. Reminds Atlanta how far we've come & how much further we have to go. Take a tour & enjoy the energy.

Oakland Cemetery • December 27, 2010Edward C. Peters, son of Richard Peters, built the house in 1883. The Peters family was instrumental in the building of Atlanta both before & after the Civil War. The family is buried in Oakland.

Dan • August 11, 2014The exhibits are wonderful in this museum. Take your time to read all of the history. The sit-in counter experience is a must. Don't forget to head downstairs to see the MLK artifacts.

Re Defining Moments • October 23, 2014Love the architecture and scenic views of the city. Millennium is such a wonderful hidden gem.

Jamie B. • May 6, 2010The Japanese garden is awesome.

Charlsie 🍡 • June 25, 2013The gardens are one of the quietest places in all of the city - a true hide away with a great view of midtown if you find just the right spot.

Paula M. • December 30, 2017Free and very interesting. It tells the whole life of MLK and segregation. It really makes you think and it is very touching. A must in Atlanta for sure.

Les • July 10, 2013This is a MUST!!! Take your kids to see and learn about history.. I absolutely LOVED IT!!!

Tricia H. • May 16, 2010Visit The King Center's exhibits and resource center. Walk down the street to Dr. King's birth home and across the street to the visitor center.

Katherine S. • July 18, 2013The home and the information from the tour guide were interesting. The guide was pretty knowledgable.

Africancrab • March 12, 2020Outstanding collection of black history

Paula M. • December 30, 2017Nice part of the MLK national history center as well.

Andrea W. • March 14, 2011Open only by appointment. Contact AT&T Pioneers to access.

Oakland Cemetery • March 17, 2011It was built in 1856 by Lemuel P. Grant for whom Grant Park was named. Golfer Bobby Jones was born here in 1902 when the home was used an apartment building. Now home to the ATL Preservation Center.

Denise T. • June 10, 2019You won’t be disappointed. Much fun was had.

Natosha J. • January 28, 2012www.madamemuseum.com