This is a terrific facility to hold an event. We celebrated by husband's 50th birthday in the…read moreballroom. It comes with all the equipment you need (sound, projectors, kitchen with warmers and microwaves). They arrange the room, which seats up to 120, how you want. The facility is extremely affordable. I wish there was more parking, but there are other areas nearby to park. The people there are very helpful and kind. If you clean up to their liking after the event, you get your deposit back within the following week. I'd do another event there in the future.

A RELAXING FRIDAY NIGHT!…read more Tonight my husband and I attended one of the First Friday concerts at the center. These concerts occur the first Friday of every month in the upstairs ballroom. They are from 7:00 until 9:00 and feature a variety of artists. Attendees are encouraged to bring their dinner and eat during the concert just as they do during the summer concerts. Tonight's group was "Out of the Rain" featuring Ron HIpp and Carol Statella, a folk duo. It is apparent that they have been together for a very long time because they just flow together seamlessly. I enjoyed tonight's selections which included folk classics and a country waltz. It was great "feel good" music that allows you to forget about everything but sitting back and fully enjoying the moment. It was a great way to spend a Friday evening!

Very nice multi-use facility. It's tagged as an environmental education center with interactive…read moreexhibits and hands-on nature programs. I myself, was there for a wedding reception and I have no complaints whatsoever. Well decorated, aesthetically pleasing facility, that provides both, indoor and outdoor experiences - Thumbs up!!

I am so glad we found this! I saw someone posting about it on Instagram so we went to check it out…read moreand it did not disappoint! This is such a huge plus to the community with tons of displays and informational exhibits for kids. It's free to enter and our toddler really enjoyed the walking trails, the turtles and the water & train displays! Do check and make sure the water exhibit is open that day if it's in the summer bc of day camps if you're really wanting to see that. It is the coolest exhibit imo but they had a huge train table, tent for pretend play and tons of other educational toys for kids in the other rooms too They also took us down to see the reptile exhibit with turtles, snakes and lizards and it's a scenic route with waterfalls and cool architecture. Couldn't love this place more; it's a must visit!

As a non-US visitor, I was uncertain whether I would be interested in going here. But as one of…read morethe most recommended places to visit in Atlanta, I figured it was worth at least a short visit. I ended up staying for at least 2 hours. This galleries and the information are incredibly well presented and engaging. There are heart-breaking stories, unimaginable images, and video recordings that are just bewildering to listen to. The Lunch Counter experience is incredibly sobering. Despite all the difficult things to read, to see and to listen to, I came out thinking about how life have changed for the better, and yet there is so much more to do. I can understand why this place is so well regarded. It's worth a visit.

We visited the National Center for Civil and Human Rights on Jan 6, 2026 as part of Road Scholar's…read more"The Civil Rights Movement - Atlanta, Montgomery, Selma, Birmingham" program. Tickets were covered by the program. Once inside, we were greeted by - besides the friendly staff - the great lobby (untitled) mural. To its left is the entrance to the Level 1 main exhibits called "Rolls Down Like Water", which are organized in mostly chronological order. Beginning with the section on racial segregation (before 1950s), we were introduced to overt content of Whites, Colored, Segregationists, Jim Crow Laws, and a peculiar area called Atlanta's Influence. Atlanta's Influence is a collection of photos on window frames and set on brick walls, showing Atlanta's role before the Civil Rights Movement. We then passed through the Brown V. Board Of Education doorway to the 1950s section. Emmett (and Mamie) Till is there, so is the Life magazine cover showing Dorothy Dandridge, and numerous display boards of key events. They include (among many): - Montgomery Bus Boycott (starring Rosa Parks) - Little Rock, Arkansas' "The Integration of Central High" - Norman Rockwell's "The Problem We All Live With" - Ruby Bridges - "The Well Dressed Protester" - "Women's Political Council" The Freedom Riders content is displayed on a wall. Towards the end of the gallery section is the lunch counter. Our tour guide invited us to sit in at the counter, with with both hands on table, and endure the vicious tirade of insults and slurs, complete with sounds of glass smashing. Shocking at first - I was genuinely scared - it ended almost as soon as it began. "Was that it?" I asked the staff member behind the counter. She nodded. I expected it to be longer. (Footage of the "Rolls Down Like Water" exhibits is in the video "Day 3: National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Part 1" on my YouTube channel, located in playlist "2026-1: The Civil Rights Movement - Atlanta, Montgomery, Selma, Birmingham". The videos referenced below are also in this playlist.) The next section is dedicated to the March in Washington on Mar 28, 1963. On one wall is a set of written and imaged content; on the other wall is a large screen showing clips of the event (video footage in "Day 3: National Center for Civil and Human Rights - March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom"). A doorway on the opposite side leads to a section on events that happened after the March. "Black Power Confronts White Rage", violent events of "Four Little Girls", "Three Mississippi Murders", "Bloody Sunday", Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC), "Juke Box", and "Black Power: Demanding Action". (Video footage in "Day 3: National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Part 2".) The final section is dedicated to Atlanta's native son Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., particularly on his assassination and funeral. This section includes the wall of 40 other martyrs of the civil rights movement, and Dr. King's continuing influence on others in pursuit of social justice. The other exhibit on Level 1 is a smaller room called "A Committed Life", which houses Dr. King's papers and other print material. Since (flash and non-flash) photography is not allowed, I did not spend much time here. On to Level 2. With barely 30 minutes left, I started with the art gallery of paintings and sculptures relating to the Civil Rights Movement. A number of them are about MLK, including a model of his funeral wagon. The next gallery, called "Broken Promises", travels back in time to the Reconstruction (after the American Civil War). The contents show "Black Prosperity And Education" in spite of "Broken Promises", and two visual timeline of progression (and regression) of the black experience. (Video footage in "Day 3: National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Part 3".) Review continues in the attached image.

The ArtsXchange is a hidden gem in SW Atlanta. It is a living example of the evolution of…read morecommunities and the community facilities built to serve the residents. When my daughter moved to Eastpoint around 2014, the building that houses The ArtsXchange was merely a shuttered old elementary school. About a year later the ArtsXchange opened up and we went to an event for Mothers Day that was a local singer, performing for mothers and daughters in the local community. The first two pictures are from that. At the time my friend, Todd Mack was conducting youth music and composition workshops and camps to bridge communication and philosophical divides between the Faiths: Jewish, Muslim & Christian. It was/is Music In Common. I talked to the managers about his program and they put up the flyers and distributed to the community. My daughter moved. Tyler Perry Studios moved in at Fort McPherson and the neighborhood that once had gunfire at night and drug houses down the street began to transform. I had the opportunity to return to ArtsXchange recently for Music In Common's 20th anniversary celebration. I was delighted to see there were many local residents in attendance. In talking to them it was clear that the ArtsxChange had become a vibrant part of the fabric of the community --- for regular scheduled meetups, unique creative performances, classes and workshops, lectures, and so much more. The exterior has been painted with lovely murals. It brings a heartbeat to a community in transition. The drug houses and gunfire are gone. Residents are creatives working at Tyler Perry Studio, active retirees, and young families seeking to live in diverse neighborhoods. The location is convenient to downtown Atlanta and the airport. The food scene is on the rise. The people that operate ArtsXchange are very committed to making sure every visitor feels appreciated. It is a great place to host an event too.

The Arts XChange is my new favorite spot in East Point to absorb creative energy. So many…read morewonderful things happening there! Music, art, theatre, meditation, conscious exposure & more. Thank you Arts XChange!!!!

We came in for a children's show on Saturday afternoon. We've been tracking for a couple weeks…read moretrying to decide which weekend to make the drive out for a show; it's about an hour from our home. The Saturday showtimes seem to be 10am and 1:30pm. We were aiming for a puppet show last weekend but landed on a science show this weekend and I'm so glad we did! We got to see "Noreen the Science Queen" and engage in a live show with her. Not only was she amazing, but it was so wonderful to expose our girls to a woman in STEM and, more special for them, a Black woman in STEM. After the show, Noreen the Science Queen greeted the attendees in the lobby. She was open for pictures, and was selling both science kits for at home experiments and copies of her book. She is also available for birthday parties!! Now about the Cultural Arts Center, they currently have two exhibits: (1) there is an art show in the lobby in honor of Juneteenth and visitors get to vote on their favorite three (2) there is an exhibit of toys and games from the 1800s on the second floor. We didn't go up to check it out.

Went to see Sinatra and it was terrible! The band was so loud that you couldn't even hear the…read moresinger. What a disappointment and a rip-off.

The hotel in Helen had a variety of flyers but this one caught my eye. It was for a local cultural…read morecenter performing a comedy by a local playwright. After checking the website, same day tickets could only be purchased at the box office. I made a brief call to the center and spoke with a very cordial lady, she explained the location of the center, parking accommodations, ticket costs and COVID protocols. Upon my arrival, I was warmly greeted by the same lady at the box office and purchased my ticket, given a playbill and given general directions around the theater. The play was wonderful and was a blend of Georgia history, humor and culture. This was a delightful experience. As a day hiker, I was passing through Helen for the picturesque landscapes but this experience made the area even more special.

The Sautee Nacoochee Center is a hidden gem that showcases everything wonderful about the north…read moreGeorgia mountains. The folk Pottery Museum tells the story of the indigenous pottery economy/production. Plays and performances are top notch. Events, festivals, classes and other community focused offerings make it the heart and soul of the Sautee Valle. Plus members are able to enjoy White County Rec Department membership for half price!

Incredible instructors! Welcoming and uplifting atmosphere! Just an overall amazing experience! Any…read moreand all skill levels can come to class and get a great workout in a way that couldn't be more fun! I love this class and look forward returning to the weekly class as frequently as possible! And the Drum and Dance festival! The vendors, drum and dance classes, concerts, parties etc... the same welcoming, fun atmosphere intensified! Strongly recommended! You won't be disappointed! So grateful these experiences are available in Atlanta!

From the owner: Our Institute offers African dance classes every Tuesday from 730-9pm. We also host an annual dance…read moreand drum conference the last weekend of July.