FREE Day at the Atlanta History Center

What: Day of the Dead
Where: Atlanta History Center
When: Sunday, Nov. 1, 12 – 5 pm
Cost: Free for members AND non-members

Thanks to the Fulton County Arts Council, the Institutio de Mexico, and the Mexican Consulate, Sunday’s Day of the Dead event at the Atlanta History Center is free for both members and non-members. This is a fantastic opportunity to visit this wonderful attraction.

Day of the Dead is an ancient festival rooted in Mexican heritage and serves as a way for families to remember their deceased loved ones and to celebrate their children and the continuity of life. The History Center’s celebration includes dancers, elaborately decorated altars, storytelling and authentic Mexican food and music.

To learn more about the Hispanic community in Atlanta, check out the exhibit Through the Lens of Mundo Hispanico: Georgia’s Hispanic Community. The exhibit showcases through photos and newspaper clippings the contributions of Hispanics to the city and Georgia.

I would also suggest visiting the Centennial Olympic Games exhibit and Turning Point: The American Civil War. If you were in Atlanta for the ’96 Games, it will bring back memories. In addition to the track on the main floor, there are more interactive stations upstairs. There is an elevator in the back corner of the exhibit, but it’s kind of hidden.

The History Center’s Civil War collection is one of the premier collections in the country. Watch the videos first, as some of them can be a little graphic.