Free Museums in Kennesaw

"The High is one of the biggest and best museums in the Southeast, the kind of place Yayoi Kusama might bring her Infinity Mirrors, alongside a permanent collection of some 17,000 works. The campus stands out in Midtown, Atlanta's arts district, with buildings by bold-faced names like Renzo Piano and Richard Meier. Inside, you'll find a bit of everything: photography; decorative arts; classic European and American works; photographs by Dawoud Bey."

"The High Museum of Art lives up to its name by serving as one of the elite art destinations of Atlanta, Georgia. Not only does it have a highly sculptural building with white concrete wrapping around atriums and cutaway cubes, but its hallways are filled with a gorgeous natural light that only adds to the majesty of its exhibits. As for the exhibits themselves, you’ll be amazed at some of the famous works that the museum has managed to snag."

"Atlanta is the home of Coca-Cola so it’s no wonder that the World of Coke is here!. Check out this downtown Atlanta museum showcasing the history, heritage and future of the most popular soft drink in the world. Bring the whole family out to enjoy memorabilia, interactive exhibits and more on weekends."

"Visitors will see a functioning bottling line, watch a 4D movie and taste more than 100 different beverages from around the world."

"The Fernbank Museum of Natural History is another one of those sites that will stop you in your tracks. It has gigantic, fortress-like walls that are guarded by life-sized statues of dinosaurs, and when we say “life-sized,” we mean that they literally look like they could come to life and stomp on puny little humans at any moment. There’s even more to gawk at inside of its walls."

"From the largest dinosaurs ever discovered, to the biggest movie screen in Atlanta, Fernbank Museum offers a world of adventure for all ages. Immersive, hands-on exhibitions make science, culture and natural history come alive in a big way!"

"Just a short walk from the Georgia Aquarium and World of Coca-Cola, the Children's Museum of Atlanta is another fun place to visit with children. Photo courtesy of Shutterstock. If you are visiting with children eight and under, one of the best museums in Atlanta is the Children’s Museum of Atlanta."

"This Emory University museum focuses on art and objects from ancient civilizations. “Ancient Egypt, Nubian and the Near Eastern Art” features mummies and ancient artifacts; additional collections include Greek and Roman, Ancient America and Works on Paper. Tu-F 10 am-4 pm, Sa 10 am-5 pm, Su noon-5 pm."

"Location: 571 South Kilgo Cir NE, Atlanta, GA at Emory University. The Michael C. Carlos Museum has collections from Ancient Greece, Egypt, and Rome that cover almost 9,000 years of history. There is some beautiful art from all over the Americas from textiles to sculptures and other decorative arts."

"Just north of the Atlanta Arts District, The Breman Museum shares the history, culture, and art of Jewish Americans. One permanent exhibit, Absence of Humanity, details the events that led to the Holocaust, the unspeakable atrocities that resulted in the deaths of millions of European Jews, and the voices of Altlanta-area survivors. The Breman Museum also includes special exhibits and history talks that dive into topics like antisemitism in Atlanta, the history of Rich’s Department Store, and more."

"On Peachtree Street in Midtown is the immense Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, the sixth district of the 12 Federal Reserve Banks of the United States, covering most of the Southeast United States. You can go in to visit Atlanta Fed’s Monetary Museum, which has lots of engaging multimedia displays on the history of money and banking in the United States, but also goes into detail on the role of the Federal Reserve on the U.S. economy. It’s fascinating to find out how and why the Fed conducts monetary policy, and how its decisions affect the lives of ordinary people."

"You will get to learn the story of money throughout the country’s history, see some rare coins and currency and even get to see the bank’s automated vault. If you don’t know anything about the Federal Reserve Bank, this tour will teach you how and why they are in charge of monetary policies and how those impact your life and what kind of important roles they have in regulation. Both self-guided tours and group guided tours can be scheduled."

"From the creation of the CDC 75 years ago, to prevent malaria from spreading across the US, to battling the current pandemic, this museum showcases the agency's history and contributions to public health. Photo courtesy of the. Before COVID-19 made its debut in early 2020, most Americans didn’t spend much time thinking about the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on a daily basis."

"This unique museum features award-winning exhibitions that focus on a variety of public health topics, as well as the history of the CDC (Center for Disease Control and Prevention). Four temporary exhibitions—each related to the CDC’s work—are mounted each year. M-F, 9 am-5 pm, open Th until 7 pm."

"The museum at the Center for Puppetry Arts has one of the largest puppetry collections in the United States, with over 350 puppets from all over the world. Exhibits document the art of puppetry and the huge variety of puppet styles that have been created in different periods and places. There are also filmed interviews with puppeteers and a recreation of a puppet storeroom."

"If you’re a lover of The Muppets or Sesame Street, Atlanta has got a treat for you. The Center for Puppetry Artsoffers a captivating day for the entire family, with an extensive collection of puppet artifacts. Come face-to-face with Kermit the Frog, Miss Piggy, Bert, Ernie, and more!"

"You can find this at Old Fourth Ward’s Venkman’s, the music venue-neighborhood restaurant hybrid. The space is large and they take reservations making it a great option for those traveling in groups. Comfort food is key here and they particularly excel at dishes like the blueberry ricotta doughnuts with lemon curd, the breakfast poutine, and the duck egg hash."

"Many restaurants in Atlanta also offer free live music with your dinner: Old Vinings Inn will give you a taste of the city’s history, and Venkman’s is sure to give you a show any night of the week."

"Do NOT order from here using DoorDash, Uber Eats or any other delivery system because they'll cancel your order after waiting for 2 hours."

"Located at the end of the south runways of the Peachtree-Dekalb Airport, this long-time staple of Atlanta dining will wow your wee air aficionados in a major way. With both indoor and outdoor patio dining (yes!), no seat is a bad seat for getting an eyeful of passenger planes taking-off and landing at the airport. Decorated in a WWII-era aviation theme, don't be surprised to find equipment and even vintage planes on the property."

"This boutique spa located in Atlanta is a neighborhood favorite and popular with tourists as well. Consistently rated as one of the best in the city and it’s because they provide the very best in spa services and you don’t need to break the bank in order to experience the most that the spa has to offer and have a completely relaxing spa day experience with you or your loved ones. You can find packages to cater to group needs or special occasions, along with great deals for aromatherapy massages, sports massages, deep tissue, stone, prenatal, reflexology, waxing services, and more."

"3621 Vinings Slope NE St. 1115 Atlanta, GA 30339 770-435-9100www.theposhspot. Calling itself the premier spot for skincare, nails, and makeup, the Posh Spot, provides a luxurious experience for their guests. Your comfort and wellbeing are important the Posh Spot."

"Located just off of busy Peachtree Road across from the Chamblee Walmart, some say this is a hidden gem of a sushi restaurant in the metro Atlanta area. Head in for generous portions of sushi, nigiri, sashimi, and maki rolls. Make sure to pair it was sake."

"Located in Atlantic Station, Sri Thai Kitchen and sushi bar offers a warm and intimate setting. The white fish Miami roll is delicious. Website: Sri Thai Kitchen and Sushi Bar"