Explore the history of the city at the Atlanta History Center. The museum features rotating and traveling exhibits, and houses six permanent exhibits that showcase relevant points in Atlanta history. Events and time periods spotlighted include the city's expansion from a rural area to a metropolis, the Civil Rights Movement in the city, and the city during the Civil War. The Atlanta History Center boasts one of the largest collections of Civil War artifacts in the world. This museum and attraction also has historic homes and gardens on its grounds, and has been teaching the public about Atlanta's history since 1926.
Keep your eye on the schedule at Lakewood Amphitheatre at Lakewood. This venue can accommodate up to 19,000 people and consistently brings some of the hottest names in entertainment to its stage. Past performances have included bands like Kings of Leon, Dave Matthews Band, Coldplay, John Mayer, Depeche Mode, and Mary J. Blige.
Experience the nightlife offered by one of Atlanta's upscale clubs at Tongue & Groove. Every night of the week, Tongue & Groove features a special theme like Wednesdays Latin Night and Fridays Rhythm & Groove. Good drinks and great dancing can be found at this party spot.
Tour on the Atlanta History Center Tour, and learn about the city from the people who know it best. On your exploration of the 33-acre center, you'll see photographs and artifacts that detail time periods of Atlanta's past. Other features include various gardens, a research library, two historic homes, and the Margaret Mitchell House & Museum.