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Closed
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8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Wed |
8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
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Closed
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Closed
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For fresh air, wide-open green space, and some of the most gorgeous trees in the city, head to Candler Park. Along with a large area of open, green space, the park boasts an outdoor playground, pavilion areas, a pool, walking paths, and lots more. Candler Park also hosts community events like CP Movie Nights every month, and a Fall Festival. Fans of running may want to look into joining the Candler Park Running Club to meet with other enthusiasts of the sport.
Learn about African American history at the Apex Museum. The museum will journey you through African American culture and experiences like slave trade and slavery, segregation, the Civil Rights Movement and lots more. The Apex also features exhibitions dedicated to the many achievements of African Americans.
"Sidebar is for drinkers," so if you're in downtown Atlanta and you fit the description, head to Sidebar to satisfy your beer craving. This nightlife watering hole features 10 beers on tap and even more in bottle - along with several liquors if you're needing something with more of a kick. Before you leave Sidebar, take a look at the menu and dine on some Cuban-inspired cuisine.
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.