Phoenix Flies 2023 | A Celebration of Atlanta's Historic Sites

FREE CITY-WIDE EVENTS • MARCH 4-26, 2023

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CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF PHOENIX FLIES!

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ABOUT PHOENIX FLIES Atlanta’s historic built environment of buildings, landscapes and neighborhoods is an integral part of the city’s culture and economy. Phoenix Flies: A Celebration of Atlanta’s Historic Sites provides an opportunity to learn about, celebrate and strengthen Atlanta’s historic and cultural assets. The celebration was created in 2003 by the Atlanta Preservation Center as a way to celebrate the anniversary of the dramatic rescue of the Fox Theatre, an event that changed Atlanta’s preservation perspective forever. Phoenix Flies 2023 is the 20th year that the APC has brought together organizations and individuals from around the community to demonstrate the value of Atlanta’s historic built environment. The celebration has grown from 16 preservation partners and 40 events to an average of 100 partners offering over 200 events each year.

Welcome to Phoenix Flies 2023 The Atlanta Preservation Center is very grateful to have served this city for over forty years to advocate for the preservation of Atlanta’s architecturally, historically, and culturally significant buildings, neighborhoods, and landscapes. We have done this by promoting historic preservation wherever and whenever we can and by using education to inform everyone from the homeowner to our elected officials about the importance of culture and identity. Most recently, we have done this by growing our work with our local colleges and state universities to have internship opportunities and to train the next generation of preservationists to improve what we have done and can do by listening and then doing.

This year marks the 20th anniversary of the Phoenix Flies Program for us. I would argue that no greater opportunity to experience Atlanta exists than this effort, which would not exist if Atlanta did not have a remarkable catalog of historic preservation accomplishments. From the designation of the Fairlie-Poplar Historic District in 1982, to the preservation in 2005 of the 1883 Peters House (now called Ivy Hall by SCAD ), to our more recent achievements growing our local landmarks and expanding our tour programs, all of these have happened because of the remarkable and tireless efforts of our multiple partnerships in Historic Preservation.

This month-long adventure clearly shows that we all have done and will continue to do remarkable work together. Organizing this event is involved and comes with many challenges. Yet, each of our partners responds with zeal. They do so because they know that we are an amazing and proud city with much to offer and share.

That is why I wish to dedicate this 20th Anniversary Phoenix Flies to each partner and participant. Without each of you, what would we have to believe in? Your continued willingness to open your homes, places, spaces and structures embodies the very best of Atlanta. We can never say thank you enough. We hope that this triumph of giving reminds everyone what exemplifies the best of this city and the best of those that call it home.

For each person who has fought tooth and nail to keep historic preservation in their actions and hearts, and to keep the accomplishments of those that have come before and those that will come after us - this year’s Phoenix Flies is our way of thanking you. Please enjoy Phoenix Flies 2023. Thank you for your continued faith and trust in this crucial work.

David Y. Mitchell Executive Director, Atlanta Preservation Center

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PROGRAM NOTES HOW TO USE THIS PROGRAM

A description of each event, including the date and time, as well as an address and reservation information, where relevant, can be found in each entry. Events are organized alphabetically by the preservation partner organization or site. For a day-by-day listing of events, a digital version of this program, or to see any updates or cancellations, please go to www.preserveatlanta.com.

About Atlanta Atlanta was sited in 1837 to serve as a railroad transportation hub and, therefore, was assured to be a place of growth and expansion. At the end of the Civil War in 1865, over half of the city had been burned and its infrastructure destroyed.

Nonetheless, in 1868, it became the Georgia state capital and by the end of Reconstruction in 1877 was physically much larger than its pre-war boundaries. The city now features well over 150 years of buildings, neighborhoods and landscapes which are eligible for the National Register of Historic Places—all worthy of preservation and celebration. Look for the National Register (NR) designation beneath the event listing description.

APC RESERVATIONS

Most events require registration; some events are limited in capacity and others we ask for your registration so we can contact you if there is a weather cancellation, time or date change, send important event reminders, and let our partners know how many people to expect.

The capacity for each event differs and it will be noted on the event page on Eventbrite. If the event you want to register for is full, sign up for the waitlist and you will be notified if a spot becomes available.

If you are unable to attend an event you registered for, please cancel your registration so someone else has the opportunity to attend.

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Registrations are all done through preserveatl.eventbrite.com and open on February 17 at 10am.

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FREE CITY-WIDE EVENTS • MARCH 4-26, 2023

THE ATLANTA PRESERVATION CENTER’S

PHOENIX FLIES

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A Celebration of Atlanta’s Historic Sites

CELEBRATING 20 YEARS OF PHOENIX FLIES!

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About the Cover This year’s cover reflects not only twenty years of Phoenix Flies but also over forty years of the Atlanta Preservation Center. When buildings, structures or spaces are lost we must record everything about them prior to demolition and then use their memory to illustrate why retaining what is left is so essential.

We must aspire to be and do more, and we have the cultural importance, historical relevance and unparalleled experience to do this in Atlanta through Historic Preservation. The images on this cover reflect the diversity of our work - our accomplishments and the future of Atlanta. We are proud to be celebrating twenty years of Phoenix Flies and even more proud to do it for everyone who calls Atlanta their home.

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Ian Michael Rogers, President Amanda Rhein, Vice President Courtney Smith, Secretary

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Agnes Scott College 141 E. College Ave. Decatur, GA 30030 www.agnesscott.edu @agnesscottcollege @agnesscott INFORMATION

Since 1889, Agnes Scott College has empowered students to fulfill their potential through an innovative liberal arts education. We believe in big questions, global perspectives, and leading change. This is a community where the dreamers, the intellectually curious, and the socially engaged fulfill their potential.

MISSION STATEMENT: Agnes Scott College educates women to think deeply, live honorably and engage the intellectual and social challenges of their times.

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Atlanta BeltLine Partnership 1020 White Street SW Atlanta, GA 30310 www.beltline.org @atlantabeltline

Westside Bike Tour Saturday, March 18 and 25 at 9am INFORMATION

Join us for a bike tour of the Westside trail highlighting the history of the trail and the surrounding neighborhoods. Tour highlights include the Atlanta BeltLine Arboretum, Westview Cemetery (entrance only), the Westview commercial district, Washington Park, Murphy Crossing, Aluma Urban Farm, and multiple Art on the Atlanta BeltLine installations. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Formed in 2005, Atlanta

BeltLine Partnership is the nonprofit organization that helps keep the Atlanta BeltLine vision on track by enabling the construction of more parks and trails; engaging the public through tours, health and fitness programs, and special events; and empowering Atlanta BeltLine residents to connect with affordable housing, sustainable economic development, urban revitalization and a healthy lifestyle.

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Atlanta Downtown Improvement District & Central Atlanta Progress www.atlantadowntown.com/adid atlantadowntown @downtownatlanta

Atlanta From the Ashes: Woodruff Park Civil Rights Tour Thursday, March 23 at 12pm 84 Walton Street NW, Suite 500 Atlanta, GA 30303

Hidden Peachtree Center Tour Friday, March 24 at 12pm 230 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta, GA 30303 INFORMATION

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Learn what happened in downtown Atlanta during the Civil Rights era in the spaces around Woodruff Park. See the places where a New Atlanta began to grow into the city we know today. It is a story that includes the Atlanta Student Movement, Coca Cola, Rich’s Department Store, and the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

John Portman’s Peachtree Center represents a new kind of urban space, one that came to define what American downtowns would look like in the 20th century. Come see the unique public spaces in Peachtree Center combined with a few places that aren’t ordinarily accessible to the public. Learn about the history and importance of Peachtree Center, its preservation, and current use. Registration required.

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MISSION STATEMENT: Founded in 1995 by Central Atlanta Progress, the Atlanta Downtown Improvement District is a public-private partnership that strives to create a livable environment for Downtown Atlanta. The District currently contains 220 blocks and is funded through a community improvement district.

Central Atlanta Progress, Inc., founded in 1941, is a private nonprofit community development organization providing leadership, programs and services to preserve and strengthen the economic vitality of Downtown Atlanta. With a board of directors of Downtown’s top business leaders, CAP is funded through the investment of businesses and institutions.

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Atlanta History Center www.atlantahistorycenter.com atlantahistorycenter @atlhistcenter

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MISSION STATEMENT: The Atlanta History Center through its collections, facilities, programs, exhibitions, and publications preserves and interprets historical subjects pertaining to Atlanta and its environs and presents subjects of interest to Atlanta’s diverse audiences.

Registration required for all events. To register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

Special Treasures Tour of the Cherokee Garden Library Saturday, March 4 at 11am

Kenan Research Center 130 West Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta, GA 30305

Whether it’s a vintage Hastings’ Seed Catalog, an old postcard of Ansley Park, an early 20thcentury garden photograph, or a rare 18thcentury volume with stunning hand-colored botanical plates, the remarkable gems of the Cherokee Garden Library tell the diverse and meaningful stories of the people and plants that have shaped our land in Atlanta and beyond.

How to Research a Historic House Saturday, March 4 at 1pm Kenan Research Center 130 West Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta, GA 30305

Have you ever wondered about the history of an Atlanta building or landmark? Spend time at the Kenan Research Center learning about the resources available to research the history of a historic house. We will focus on one historic house and look at Sanborn Maps, Fulton County tax plats, building permits, newspaper clippings, neighborhood history, and photographs of the neighborhood. Through these resources discover the stories of a historic house and the people that previously inhabited both the land and the house.

Join us for a tour through manuscripts, photographs, maps, newspapers, and books documenting the history of this ever-changing city.

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Into the Stacks Saturday, March 4 at 3pm

Kenan Research Center 130 West Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta, GA 30305

While Kenan Research Center is free and open to the public by appointment, our storage areas (stacks) are not often seen by the public. This tour, guided by the Collections Manager, will go into the stacks where we will talk about what, why, and how we collect, as well as the measures of preventive conservation that we take to ensure that the materials in our stewardship are around for generations to come. We’ll also see some staff favorites, as we talk about the conservation, preservation, and digitization of archival materials, and how to adapt what we do to your own archival treasures at home.

Preserving a City Block Monday, March 6 at 11 am

Atlanta History Center Midtown 979 Crescent Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta History Center Midtown occupies nearly the entire block bordered by 10th Street and Peachtree Street on the northeast corner and Crescent Avenue and Peachtree Place on the southwest corner. In the 1920s, this block was part of the vibrant Atlanta shopping scene. Over time, it has housed people, retail, and restaurants.

Tour this block and the historic buildings which remain there, the Crescent Apartments and Commercial Row, to learn about their preservation stories and how the block will continue to impact the Midtown community for years to come. AHC Midtown is also the site of Apartment No. 1, where Margaret Mitchell wrote most of Gone With the Wind. The experience includes a brief tour of the apartment and a discussion about the complicated legacy of the book and film. Join us after the tour for a quick focus group to share your thoughts on the ways AHC Midtown can serve Atlanta.

The Battle of Atlanta Cyclorama: Curator’s Tour Saturday, March 11 at 1pm

130 West Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30305

Join project curator Dr. Gordon Jones for a special look at the hidden details and unknown backstories of The Battle of Atlanta cyclorama. Your personalized tour takes you around the painting scene by scene: what’s accurate, what’s not, and how it got that way. Find out what’s been restored and what’s original, and experience how the 1880s craze for virtual reality helped create one of our great national treasures!

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O4W: Explore One of Atlanta’s Oldest Neighborhoods Saturday, March 4 at 10:30am Sunday, March 5 at 10:30am

480 John Wesley Dobbs Ave. NE #100 Atlanta, GA 30312

Join the APC as we explore one of Atlanta’s oldest neighborhoods: Old Fourth Ward (O4W). Created as one of five wards in the 1850’s as Atlanta was experiencing rapid growth, the Old Fourth Ward is the only neighborhood whose name still references the original ward system. Its diverse population over the centuries has made it ground zero for events and figures who shaped the nation. We’ll walk through the southernmost portion of O4W, visiting sites like the historic Howard Middle School, the John Wesley Dobbs house, the MLK Jr. birth home, the Wigwam Condos, the Atlanta beltline, and more. Meet on the patio of Condesa Coffee.

Atlanta’s First Planned Suburb: A Walking Tour of Inman Park Sunday, March 5, 12, 19, and 26 at 2pm 889 Edgewood Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30307

Visit Atlanta’s first planned residential development. Dating from 1889, Inman Park has become a nationally celebrated example of neighborhood preservation. See the elegant homes built by Coca-Cola magnates Asa Candler and Ernest Woodruff and the Grand Dames of Edgewood Avenue. Discover the distinctive features that make up Victorian period architecture: turrets, sweeping porches and elaborate gingerbread woodwork. Also enjoy a variety of other home styles, from Craftsman to post World War II to architecturally compatible infill.

Historic 1856 L.P. Grant Mansion Tour Monday, March 13 at 11am 327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

The Atlanta Preservation Center (APC) was formed in 1979 and since that time has worked with Atlanta government, business and community leaders and individuals to ensure that the City’s rich heritage is preserved and honored. The APC is committed to being a good steward of the L.P. Grant Mansion, which reflects its mission to promote the preservation of Atlanta’s architecturally, historically, and culturally significant buildings, neighborhoods and landscapes through education and advocacy.

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Creation of Modern Midtown: An Atlanta Walking Tour Thursday, March 9 at 10am

659 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30308

Shutze, Reid, Olmsted and More: A Walking Tour of Druid Hills Saturday, March 11 at 10am

1410 Ponce de Leon Ave., Atlanta, GA 30307

Tour Atlanta’s first commercial district built north of Downtown. Learn about the businessmen, architects, and prominent families who drove the creation of the district.

Experience Peachtree Street as a timeline by following the architectural development from Queen Anne period styles to Art Deco to New Formalism. Hear about celebrities such as Margaret Mitchell and Julia Roberts, and of Midtown oddities such as Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie’s throne and a Japanese Zero war plane.

Planned by Frederick Law Olmsted in 1893, the Druid Hills neighborhood offers the gracious ambiance created by America’s preeminent landscape designer. View elegant homes of diverse architectural styles created by notable architects such as Neel Reid, W.T. Downing, and Philip Shutze in a lush park-like setting of curving streets and mature plantings. The neighborhood is flanked by a recently restored and enhanced linear park system, the result of a preservation effort by several private and public organizations.

Flatirons, Fires and Early Atlanta: Historic Downtown Atlanta Tour Friday, March 10 at 12pm

From Georgia Tech to Coca-Cola: Tour the History of North Avenue Sunday, March 12 at 2pm

See Atlanta’s first skyscrapers and learn how this early business district developed through efforts of the businessmen, architects, and prominent families of the 19th and 20th centuries. Tour the exteriors of several Landmark structures and their environs.

Learn about the history of Georgia Tech, the start of Tech football, changes to North Avenue, the history of Coca-Cola, the Ramblin’ Wreck, and more. Meet on the lawn in front of the Tech Tower (Administration Building) on North Avenue.

133 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30303

225 North Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30332

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Atlanta’s Oldest Public Park: A Walking Tour of Grant Park Monday, March 13 at 10am

327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

Walk through Grant Park’s living history. See what a railroad engineer’s inclusive vision for the neighborhood he developed achieved. From a central park – a meeting and socializing space with its beautiful lake, springs, and amusementto housing for the less fortunate. This tour is in partnership with the Grant Park Conservancy. Meet at the Atlanta Preservation Center.

Midtown Tour: Walkin’ Peachtree Street Saturday, March 18 at 10am

From Railroads to the Beltline: Tour Reynoldstown Neighborhood Saturday, March 18 at 3pm

Walk Atlanta’s iconic Peachtree Street and learn about both the historic and modern structures that line Peachtree Street. From one of the oldest churches in Georgia to The High Museum to WW1 memorial sites, there is much to see on this street.

From the neighborhood’s beginning following the Civil War to the bright Beltline-adjacent neighborhood you might be familiar with, you’ll learn how the railroad shaped many facets of Reynoldstown into what it is today.

87 15th Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30309

100 Flat Shoals Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316

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Turn of the Century Oasis: Tour Ansley Park Sunday, March 26 at 1pm 1516 Peachtree Street NW Atlanta, GA 30309

Tour Atlanta’s first driving suburb, developed in 1904 as the dream of Edwin P. Ansley who envisioned a new motorcar-oriented suburb of wide, winding streets and green parks designed to attract Atlanta’s wealthiest and most prestigious families. Ansley’s vision of a gracious, harmonious neighborhood as an oasis in the midst of the bustling city of Atlanta lives on today in this National Register District.

Entrepreneurs, Masons, Big Bethel and Ebenezer: Tour Sweet Auburn Avenue Monday, March 20 at 10am

54 Hilliard Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30303

Stroll down Sweet Auburn Avenue, the heart of African-American commerce and culture in Atlanta at the turn of the century.

Discover landmarks of the Civil Rights Movement, and several historic African-American churches including Big Bethel AME Church, the first African-American church in Atlanta, and Ebenezer Baptist Church, the spiritual home of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Discover Ponce de Leon: A Walking Tour of the Ponce Corridor Saturday, March 25 at 10am 3211 Dallas St. NE Atlanta, GA 30308

From the fountain of youth to the fountain of Coca-Cola money, Ponce de Leon Avenue has been shaped by dreams; buggies, trams, and cars; a mix of cultures come and gone; tradition and change; and technological progress. Let’s travel time from the 1860’s to today and see what the Avenue has seen.

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Atlanta Public Schools 130 Trinity Avenue SW, Atlanta, GA 30303 www.atlantapublicschools.us apsboard @boeaps @apsboe

Atlanta Public Schools Archives & Museum Self-Guided Tour Thursday, March 23 from 12–5pm INFORMATION

The Atlanta Board of Education (ABOE) opened the doors to its archives and museum in 2013 located at the Atlanta Public Schools’ Center for Leadership and Learning. This space was created to celebrate our history and consider our future. The history of Atlanta Public Schools is rich, proud, resilient and is still being written today. Inside the archives you will see the preserved and showcased Atlanta Public Schools’ 141-year history. Leaving this unique place, you will feel motivated to share in our history, embrace it, understand it, accept it, grasp it and dream toward the future.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Our mission is through a

caring culture of equity, trust, and collaboration, every student will graduate ready for college, career, and life.

Our vision is one of a high-performing school district where students love to learn, educators inspire, families engage and the community trusts the system.

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Atlanta Studies Network with Brennan Collins

327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.atlantastudies.org @atlantastudies

The Rap Map & Imagined Geographies Tuesday, March 21 at 7pm INFORMATION

The Rap Map locates the lyrics of Atlanta hip hop artists to create a map of the city based on narratives from historically marginalized communities rather than the traditional maps created by those in positions of power. Initially started by a Political Science grad student at GSU, the project now includes a growing number of undergraduates close reading of an artist’s body of work for locations. Students are also researching where artists went to school, own businesses, and are doing philanthropic work. We are collecting more official GIS data sets as well, like police zones, census information, and city resources. As our data grows, we are working on ways to tell stories through various mapping platforms.

For more information and to register go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Atlanta Studies Network

is an interdisciplinary group of researchers, students, and instructors across area institutions including Emory University, Georgia State University, Georgia Institute of Technology, Clark Atlanta University, Kennesaw State University, the Atlanta History Center, and the New Georgia Encyclopedia.

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Atlanta’s Upper WestSide: Standing Peachtree Greenspace 2630 Ridgewood Rd. NW, Atlanta, GA 30327 www.atlantasupperwestside.com @AtlantasUpperWestSide

Standing Peachtree Greenspace and the Forgotten Beginnings of the History of Atlanta Saturday, March 18 at 1pm INFORMATION

The Muscogee (Creek) Nation is sending a special guest speaker, William Lowe, MBA, Speaker of the National Council. He will be accompanied by authentic drums and song by the Silver Ridge Singers. Learn about the culture, lore, and history before and after the forced removal at the Historic Native American Village, Standing Peachtree, the origin of Atlanta’s famous Peachtree trademark. There will also be an optional short hike along Peachtree Creek to the confluence at the Chattahoochee River, with exciting updates for the vision of the 5-mile Riverwalk Atlanta Park and Greenway. Meet at the pavilion on the right with parking on the left.

Wear walking shoes for an optional short hike to the River. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Our mission is to keep the

rich history of Atlanta’s Upper West Side from being forgotten and to help educate those who are shaping the future of this historic area.

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Alonzo F. and Norris B. Herndon Foundation 587 University Place NW Atlanta, GA 30314 www.theherndonfoundation.org theherndonfoundation @theherndonmuseum MISSION STATEMENT

The Alonzo F. and Norris B. Herndon Foundation supports the Herndon Home Museum and carries forward the longstanding and quite distinctive philanthropic tradition of Herndon family support for economic development, entrepreneurship, community leadership and development, and educational excellence. The Foundation also supports the Game Changer Entrepreneur Program with its mission to strengthen the entrepreneurial spirit in the community by providing programs that encourage youth to stay in school, recognize business opportunities, and plan for successful futures. In 1905, former slave Alonzo Franklin Herndon founded what would become the Atlanta Life Insurance Company. Today, Atlanta Life Financial Group is the only African-American owned and privately held stock company in the country with a financial services platform that includes asset management and insurance.

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Michael C. Carlos Dance Center 1695 Marietta Blvd. NW Atlanta, GA 30318 www.atlantaballet.com @atlantaballet

1150 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.atlwc.org @atlantawomansclub @atlwomansclub

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Founded in 1929, Atlanta Ballet is one of the premier dance companies in the country and the official State Ballet of Georgia. Atlanta Ballet’s eclectic repertoire spans ballet history, highlighted by beloved classics and inventive originals. After 94 years, Atlanta Ballet continues its commitment to share and educate audiences on the empowering joy of dance. In 1996, Atlanta Ballet opened the Centre for Dance Education (CDE), which is dedicated to nurturing young dancers while providing an outlet for adults to express their creativity. The CDE serves over 23,000 people in metro Atlanta each year. Atlanta Ballet’s roots remain firmly grounded in the Atlanta community and continue to play a vital role in the city’s cultural growth and revitalization.

MISSION STATEMENT: Atlanta Ballet’s mission is to enrich and inspire our audiences with performances of the highest level of excellence; to empower our students through superior dance education; and to serve our community through active engagement.

Atlanta Woman’s Club

Discover a Chateauesque Gem: The Wimbish House Tour Friday, March 10 at 10am and 1pm INFORMATION

The Wimbish House, an eclectic French Renaissance Revival-style home has ornamented the intersection of Peachtree and 14th Street since 1906. The house is a designated national, state and city historic landmark located in the heart of Midtown and sits on what was once known as “Mansion Row.” Today the home serves as the headquarters to the Atlanta Woman’s Club, who acquired the residence in 1920. Since its formation in 1895, The Atlanta Woman’s Club has made many significant contributions to the region in support of education, literacy, economic development, and City beautification, among other efforts. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Our mission is to encourage our members to become interested, involved citizens of the community by engaging in charitable activities that benefit the community as a whole. AWC club members are encouraged to select a “community service project area” wherein their interest lies.

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480 Clifton Street SE Atlanta, GA 30316 www.batlevent.org

Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Georgia’s First Roman Catholic Basilica Saturday, March 11 and 18 at 11am INFORMATION

A visit to the Basilica of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, which is Georgia’s first Roman Catholic Basilica, will include descriptions of its architecture and art, stories of some of its most well known past members and notable events since its founding in 1880. The parish originally had a different name and street address and has a connection with Marist School and St. Joseph’s Hospital. The downtown parish is celebrating the 125th anniversary of the building itself which was designed by Walter T. Downing in 1898 and is one of only three churches in Atlanta that he designed. Registration required.

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MISSION STATEMENT: To be a welcoming place where all people can encounter Christ and learn to live as Disciples.

BATL – Battle of Atlanta Commemoration Org., Inc.

Battle Began Here Walking Tour Sunday, March 19 at 3pm INFORMATION

This tour begins at the railroad cut where General Sherman ordered the removal of the tracks between Decatur and Atlanta and travels through decades of history in the Kirkwood neighborhood. It also follows roughly the route of General McPherson as he raced to figure out what was happening to his men in the opening moments of the battle. Coincidentally you will also see one of the four sites of the first desegregation of High Schools in Georgia 100 years after the battle began there. Along the way you will hear about how a plantation was developed as one of Atlanta’s first electric street car destinations thriving to face different challenges in the 20th century. You’ll hear stories of the men and women who fought and lived here to make it one of Atlanta’s redevelopment success stories. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: BATL is dedicated

to preserving the sites and stories of the historic Battle of Atlanta.

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159 Ralph McGill Blvd., Atlanta, GA 30308 www.bradenfellman.com @bradenfellmangroup

81 Lakeview Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30305 www.buckheadheritage.com

Braden Fellman Group

From Vacant to Revival Thursday, March 9 at 12pm Thursday, March 16 at 4pm INFORMATION

Join Braden Fellman Group for a one-hour tour through historic Revival Lofts in downtown Atlanta! Constructed in 1964 as the North Georgia Methodist Conference’s headquarters, the Revival Lofts are the result of an incredible adaptive reuse.

Learn about the history of the space, its restoration process, and current use. Registration required.

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MISSION STATEMENT: To celebrate Atlanta’s history, culture, and people by cultivating and operating spaces where their next generation of stories will be written.

Buckhead Heritage Hidden Neighborhood: A Walking Tour of Peachtree Heights East Saturday, March 18 at 10am INFORMATION

Discover former residents — including movie star Susan Hayward; Helen Douglas Mankin, the first female Georgia Congresswoman; and Hamilton Douglas, Jr., who established the first Boy Scout Troop in Atlanta — who quietly shaped Atlanta and beyond. The unique neighborhood, begun in 1909 by Eretus E. (“Petie”) Rivers, includes approximately 330 homes. Its house styles range from early 20th century American two story four-square, Craftsman Bungalow, Cape Cod, Tudor, Ranch to 21st century home styles. The tour includes a stop at the neighborhood’s beloved duck pond, which resides on 7.5 acres of green space and is home to more than 40 species of birds. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Buckhead Heritage strives to enhance the quality of life in Buckhead by identifying, preserving, and promoting its historic resources.

We endeavor to foster a conscious respect within the community for its rich and diverse history, ensuring that Buckhead’s historic resources are accommodated in future growth and secured for the benefit of the community.

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Burns Club of Atlanta 988 Alloway Place SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 www.theburnsclubofatlanta.com

Open House: An Afternoon with Robert Burns Sunday, March 19 from 1–5pm INFORMATION

The Burns Club of Atlanta, organized in 1896, is a private social club and literary/cultural society commemorating the 18th century national poet of Scotland, Robert Burns. In addition to holding monthly meetings, the club has held a Burns Supper celebration on the anniversary of Burns’ birthday every year since 1898. Club events are held in the Atlanta Burns Cottage, a 1911 replica of Robert Burns’ birthplace in Alloway, Ayshire, Scotland.

During the open house, members in highland attire will give simple, time-flexible and audience-adjustable lectures and presentations featuring Burns’ songs and poems.

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Atlanta Legal Aid/ Elks Club Building 54 Ellis Street NE Atlanta, GA 30303 www.atlantalegalaid.org @AtlantaLegalAid

INFORMATION Designed by J. Reginald MacEachron and built by the Atlanta Elks in 1912, original features of the building include the front iron gates, interior and exterior sculptures, and the soaring windows and ceilings in the old Elks ballroom.

The building was later occupied by the Atlanta Union Mission and the Salvation Army.

MISSION STATEMENT: Founded in 1924, the Atlanta Legal Aid Society offers free civil legal services for low income people across the core five metro counties.

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Atlanta was formed to keep the memory and works of Scotland’s foremost poet, Robert Burns, alive.

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1575 Northside Dr. NW, Unit 350 Atlanta, GA 30318 www.atlantaopera.org @theatlantaopera

127 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30303 www.thecandlerhotel.com @thecandlerhotel

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INFORMATION Atlanta’s taste for opera began in the early years of the 1900s with the Metropolitan Opera’s annual weeklong tour to Atlanta. Performing at the Auditorium-Armory, the Fox Theatre and finally the Boisfeuillet Jones Atlanta Civic Center, the Metropolitan Opera’s annual tour was a major social event.

Founded in 1979, the Atlanta Opera is one of the finest regional opera companies in the United States producing mainstage opera productions and arts education programs. It directly serves almost 60,000 people annually in metropolitan Atlanta and throughout the Southeast.

MISSION STATEMENT: To build the

major international opera company Atlanta deserves, with a vision to reimagine opera.

The Candler Hotel

Tour the Historic Candler Hotel Thursday, March 9 and 23 at 2:30pm INFORMATION

Join us for a tour inspired by layers of history and an important family legacy. The Candler Hotel is located in the heart of downtown Atlanta, on Peachtree Street. This renowned street is Atlanta’s Fifth Avenue and ChampsElysees rolled into one, featuring many of the city’s most prominent buildings and landmarks.

Natural light streams in through floor-to-ceiling windows in this modern renovation of a historic building. The picturesque, hand-carved marble staircase is capped with the hotel’s iconic winged lion, and the lobby features two original Tiffany glass windows. The distinct elevator banks lead guests on a journey worth taking. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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CIM Group 99 Ted Turner Drive, Atlanta, GA 30303 www.cimgroup.com @centennialyards

Centennial Yards South/ Southern Railways Building Tour Wednesday, March 8th at 12pm INFORMATION

This tour showcases one of the great historic buildings of Downtown Atlanta and its adaptivereuse. Join us for this one-hour experience inside the Southern Railways Building learning about it’s history, preservation, and adaptive reuse.

Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: CIM is a community-

focused real estate and infrastructure owner, operator, lender and developer. Our in-house team of experts works together to identify and create value in real assets, benefiting the communities in which we invest.

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City of Atlanta Historic Preservation Studio 1340 Bolton Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30331 www.atlfutureplaces.com/ atlantacemeterynetwork @atlplanning

Cemetery Preservation Workshop Saturday, March 18 at 10am INFORMATION

In February of 2022 the City of Atlanta Historic Preservation Studio launched the Atlanta Cemetery Network, a partnership between the city of Atlanta, cemetery friends groups, non-profits, and the public to educate about and advocate for historic cemeteries. The workshop will include a brief presentation of the history of the Mayson Methodist Church and individuals buried in the cemetery, followed by a demonstration of the proper techniques for cleaning headstones. Participants will have the opportunity to select headstones to clean.

All materials will be provided. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: To enable high quality,

sustainable and equitable growth and development of Atlanta by facilitating more options for travel, abundant housing for all, thriving neighborhoods, exceptional design in architecture and public spaces, preservation of historic resources, innovative regulation, safe and durable buildings, attentive customer service and public engagement in all our work.

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City of Fairburn Downtown Development Authority (DDA) 15 SW Broad Street, Fairburn, GA 30213 www.fairburn.com fairburn.city.gov @CityofFairburn @fairburn.city.gov

Sharing Our Stories Downtown Fairburn District Walking Tour Friday, March 10, 17, and 24 at 10am INFORMATION

Sharing Our Stories, a historical walking tour of downtown Fairburn, showcases original buildings from the 1800s, railroad depots, the old Campbell County Courthouse site, relics from the Civil War, and more. Fairburn, a diverse community that shares unique stories of the past, present, and future, is the oldest municipality in old Campbell County, operating under its original charter in 1854. Visitors will explore shops, art, restaurants, and unique experiences such as the Southside Theatre Guild, one of the state’s oldest Theatres. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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City of Roswell 610 Atlanta Street, Roswell, GA 30075 SouthernTrilogy.com @roswellrecandparks

Roswell Historic District Tour Saturday, March 11 at 3pm Sunday, March 26 at 3pm INFORMATION

Roswell is known for the charm and character of its historic district and homes. One of the few metro-Atlanta cities to retain antebellum architecture, guests will discover Roswell history through stories of its earliest structures and founding citizens. Learn Roswell’s unique vision for a planned mill town and then stroll down Mimosa Boulevard to see the original Presbyterian Church and several homes of founding families. Participants may also tour Roswell’s historic house museums of Barrington Hall, Bulloch Hall, and Smith Plantation before or after the walking tour. Registration required.

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MISSION STATEMENT: To provide our citizens with

an exceptional quality of life.

MISSION STATEMENT: To promote economic

development and historic preservation in downtown Fairburn offering resources for new and existing businesses while applying smart growth principles in leveraging and diversifying the tax base and resources.

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Clay Cemetery Preservation 42 Clifton Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30317 www.claycemetery.org ClayCemeteryPreservation

Clay Cemetery Annual Tours with Phoenix Flies Saturday, March 11 & 18 and Sunday, March 12 & 19 at 12pm and 2pm INFORMATION

Enjoy this detailed tour of historic Clay Cemetery circa 1824–1972 providing site and contextual history. This tour will last approximately 1.5 hours and is limited to 10 participants. This walking tour is on uneven terrain and may be challenging for wheelchair access and mobility. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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etery Preservation shall be to promote the recovery, restoration, and documentation of Kirkwood’s historic Clay Cemetery in a manner ensuring its ongoing preservation to serve those buried there, their descendants, and the Kirkwood neighborhood along with the public at large. Clay Cemetery Preservation also promotes the sharing of information and experience with like-minded cemetery caretakers and preservationists and the education of current and future generations in the preservation of historic graves and cemeteries.

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Atlanta Regional Commission 229 Peachtree St. NE Atlanta, GA 30303 www.atlantaregional.org atlantaregionalcommission @AtlantaRegional @planatlanta MISSION STATEMENT

The Atlanta Regional Commission is charged with peering into the future and working with our partners across the community to plan for a better, brighter tomorrow. The agency also serves as a regional convener, bringing diverse stakeholders to the table to address the most important issues facing metro Atlanta. ARC’s member governments are Cherokee, Clayton, Cobb, DeKalb, Douglas, Fayette, Forsyth, Fulton, Gwinnett, Henry and Rockdale counties, and the city of Atlanta.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Atlanta

Regional Commission advances the national and international standing of the region by leveraging the uniqueness of its evolving communities, anticipating and responding to current realities and driving a data-driven planning process that provides a high quality of life, balancing social, economic and environmental needs of all our communities.

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Compass 3107 Peachtree Rd NE, Suite A-1 Atlanta, GA 30305 www.atlantalegacytrail.com @compassatlanta

Atlanta Legacy Trail Ongoing Self-Guided Tour Beginning March 4 INFORMATION

Get ready to discover places of our past. Each historic site has decades, sometimes centuries, of stories that shaped Atlanta’s legacy. Buildings older than the city itself can be found nestled between the high rises or in the neighboring communities. By partnering with the Atlanta Preservation Center, Compass Atlanta highlights these beautiful echoes of the city’s past and all of the amazing community members that work diligently to maintain them.

The Atlanta Legacy Trail is a virtual adventure through Atlanta’s past. With a simple click on the house of your choosing, the journey begins. Join us as we celebrate Atlanta’s history through the places, people and events that combined to make the city what it is today. Begin the experience by visiting atlantalegacytrail.com.

Comprehensive Home Inspections, Inc. 327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.comprehensivehi.com @comprehensivehi

Caring for This Old House: Common Problems, Practical Solutions Thursday, March 23 at 7pm INFORMATION

Inspector Dan shares three decades identifying and addressing old home maintenance, repair and improvements. The average homeowner should spend 50 hours and 1-4% of their home’s value per year on maintenance and repairs. Old House People know their average is higher. In this presentation you’ll learn how to distinguish between DIY and Pro projects, to harden, seal and insulate the building shell and the ABCs of upgrading Electric, Plumbing and HVAC. Dan’s goal is to help you do more and spend less on home improvement. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Inspection is our profession.

MISSION STATEMENT: To help everyone find their

place in the world.

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DeKalb History Center 101 E. Court Square, Decatur, GA 30030 www.dekalbhistory.org @dekalbhistorycenter

Downtown Decatur Architecture Tour Tuesday, March 14 and 21 at 6pm INFORMATION

Take a tour and explore the architectural styles of some of Decatur’s historic gems and hidden treasures. Designed for history lovers and architecture buffs alike, each stop will be followed up by a detailed account of the architectural elements and associated history. Registration required.

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MISSION STATEMENT: The DeKalb History

Center collects, preserves, and shares the wideranging stories of the people and places of DeKalb County.

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The Atlanta Voice 633 Pryor St., Atlanta, GA 30312 www.theatlantavoice.com @theatlantavoice INFORMATION

For more than 50 years, The Atlanta Voice has provided a voice for the voiceless without fear or favor and is proud to continue its legacy as a voice for those who still need a platform to plead their causes. It is the largest audited African American community newspaper in Georgia with over 600 distribution locations throughout the Atlanta metropolitan area.

Founded in 1966 by the late Ed Clayton and the late J. Lowell Ware, the paper extended its presence into other cities via The Athens Voice, The Macon Voice, The Pensacola Voice and The Augusta Voice.

Today, the original newspaper model is challenged and The Atlanta Voice has continued to evolve as it redefines, redirects and refocuses its efforts to better connect with the community it serves. Publisher Janis Ware took over the operations of the newspaper in 1991 after the death of her father. Ms. Ware said, “The Atlanta Voice is more than just a newspaper…We are online, in print and on-demand with our digital platforms and mobile apps. We are truly a multimedia operation.”

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Cathedral of St. Philip 2744 Peachtree Road NW Atlanta, GA 30305 www.stphilipscathedral.org @cathedralATL INFORMATION

Located in downtown Atlanta since 1846, St. Philip’s moved to its current Buckhead location in 1933. Mikell Chapel, designed by Francis Palmer Smith, was finished in 1947. The cathedral nave, also designed by Smith, was dedicated and first used in 1962. Now over 175 years old, the Cathedral of St. Philip seeks to continue its history of service to the City of Atlanta.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Cathedral of

St. Philip in Atlanta, Georgia, serves the Gospel of Jesus Christ with grace, excellence, and hospitality. As a community of more than 7,000 members and associates – adults and children, families and individuals – we worship, learn, and serve together.

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Druid Hills Presbyterian Church 1026 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30306 www.dhpc.org @DruidHillsPC

Guided Sanctuary Tour Friday, March 24 at 2pm Sunday, March 26 at 3pm INFORMATION

This French Gothic-inspired sanctuary was constructed during WWII. The tour will consist of three parts. First, hear the story of scholar architect Frances Palmer Smith and his many contributions to Atlanta. You will learn how the space was updated to meet the needs of contemporary worship. Second, enjoy a detailed look at the original stained glass, created using medieval methods. Finally, see the in-progress restoration of the 80-year-old organ.

This tour is handicap accessible. Free onsite parking is available. Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Founded in 1883, Druid

Hills Presbyterian Church has ministered to the neighborhood across many changes and challenges.

Alongside its ever-evolving intown ministries to children, the homeless, and international refugees, this sanctuary endures as a center of parish life and a home for community events, including concerts, forums, and political debates.

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Early EdgewoodCandler Park BiRacial History Project 470 Candler Park Dr. NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 www.biracialhistoryproject.org

Interactive Walking Tour of African-American Sites in Candler Park, Atlanta Self-Guided Tour: bit.ly/3I6ajNr INFORMATION

This year we are offering our Walking Tour of 1870s-1980s African American Legacy Sites in Candler Park through the online interactive link, a collaboration with the Freedom Park Conservancy and Emory’s Center for Digital Scholarship.

Take the self-guided tour on foot, by bike or at home, at a time best for you. On the website you’ll find maps and experience the rich supporting materials there. There are some uneven walking surfaces and please don’t park in the driveway next to the Old Stone Church. Email your questions and comments for the History Project to phoenixflies@preserveatlanta.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Our mission supports

community-based education and restorative justice work in the Early Edgewood-Candler Park neighborhood, respectfully connecting descendant stakeholders and today’s citizens to this historic African American community.

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Easements Atlanta 1460 W. Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309 www.easementsatlanta.org @easementsatlanta

Winnwood Apartments: Tour of the Historic Adaptive Reuse Project Wednesday, March 15 at 11am INFORMATION

Join Easements Atlanta, Inc. for a guided tour of the c. 1931 Winnwood Apartments in Midtown, a historic adaptive reuse project opening in 2023.

In 2020, Braden Fellman Group donated an easement to Easements Atlanta, ensuring the protection of the Winnwood Apartments in perpetuity.

Learn more about the historic Winnwood Apartments, preservation easements and how Easements Atlanta is actively working to permanently preserve historic properties for future generations to enjoy. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Easements Atlanta’s mission

is to accept qualified historic preservation easement donations of certified historic and cultural properties within metropolitan Atlanta, and in turn offer perpetual stewardship and potential tax incentives for property owners. Please learn more about Easements Atlanta www.easementsatlanta.org or contact us via email at director@easementsatlanta.org.

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551 Oliver Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30314 @LindsayStreetPark

660 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta, GA 30308 www.foxtheatre.org @TheFoxTheatre

The Ecology District

Ecology District of English Avenue Park Tour Saturday, March 25 at 11am INFORMATION

Tour the English Avenue Ecology District’s Lindsay Street Park, the first Park with a Purpose in the country, opened fall of 2015, and Kathryn Johnston Memorial Park. Learn more about the duality of parks with a purpose and the triple bottom effect that has been created by this unique park for underserved communities. Registration required.

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MISSION STATEMENT: To continue to use parks

with a purpose to build community, environmental, social justice and economic opportunities for all.

The Fox Theatre

The Fox Theatre Guided Tour Monday, March 6 at 10am, 12pm, 2pm, and 4pm INFORMATION A world-renowned concert and event venue like no other, the Fox hosts more than 150 shows and welcomes half a million visitors each year. Conceived as the headquarters for the Atlanta Shriners in 1928, the building was designed by the Atlanta firm of Marye, Alger and Vinour to evoke the mystery and magic of the ancient Near East. Completed by movie mogul William Fox in 1929, it flourished as Atlanta’s premiere movie palace for the next three decades, showing hundreds of acclaimed films and hosting live performances from legendary entertainers. Join us for a one-hour tour of this incredible space and learn inperson about the history, preservation, and future of the Fox. Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: To preserve and

share the Fox Theatre.

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City of Refuge 1300 Joseph E. Boone Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30314 www.cityofrefugeatl.org @cityofrefugeatl

Virtual tour: www.vimeo.com/333813246 INFORMATION In July of 1997, Pastor Bruce Deel was asked to travel to Atlanta to assist with the closing of a church. A few weeks into the process, he realized something miraculous was happening. Instead of the congregation dwindling, it was growing—with people desperately in need of spiritual nurturing as well as basic life necessities.

Recognizing that most of the people The Mission Church served traveled from the city’s Westside, City of Refuge sought to be closer to them. In 2003, after months of searching for a facility, City of Refuge was miraculously donated a sprawling warehouse complex in the heart of 30314, and opened its doors to the community.

From this new hub, the community began to seek more than food and shelter.

They asked City of Refuge for help getting into recovery centers, to serve as advocates in court, and for job training and vocational skills. When they asked City of Refuge for something it could not provide, City of Refuge collaborated with other organizations that could.

As a result, City of Refuge grew.

MISSION STATEMENT: City of Refuge is a faith-based environment that helps individuals

and families transition out of crisis.

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The Edward C. Peters House (SCAD’s Ivy Hall) 179 Ponce de Leon Avenue Atlanta, GA 30308 www.scad.edu INFORMATION

The Edward C. Peters House, designed by architect Gottfried L. Norman, was built in 1883. An award-winning architectural treasure, it has emerged as a writing and cultural arts center that offers a creative learning environment for the university’s writing programs, a gracious retreat for scholars-in-residence, and a valuable resource for the Atlanta community. In 2000, the Atlanta Preservation Center was instrumental in leading the preservation effort for this home, and it is now recognized by its listing on the National Register of Historic Places and local designation by the City of Atlanta as a Landmark Building.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Savannah College of Art & Design exists to prepare talented students for professional careers, emphasizing learning through individual attention in a positively oriented university environment.

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Fulton Cotton Mill Lofts with The Stacks at Fulton Cotton Mill and The Patchworks Art & History Center 170 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.livefultoncottonmill.com www.thepatchworks.org

Historic Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills Guided Tour Saturday, March 4, 11, 18, & 25 at 1pm Sunday, March 5, 12, 19, & 26 at 1pm INFORMATION

Fulton Cotton Mill Lofts, The Stacks at Fulton Cotton Mill, and The Patch Works invite you on a guided walking tour of Cabbagetown’s historic Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills, which from 1996 to 2008 was rehabilitated and converted into a residential community. Guests will be taken on a journey that began in 1881, during the New South’s push for industrialization. Learn about “The Mill” – its founding; its years of growth and prosperity, and its eventual downfall; its labor unrest; and its race relations – and also come to better understand the people who once lived in its mill town: Fulton Mill Village. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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1019 Virginia Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 www.genekansas.com

Fulton County Courthouse Restoration Guided Tour Wednesday, March 22 at 1pm

The VA-HI Building 1910 to Now: Explore a Virginia-Highland Anchor Thursday, March 16 at 11am

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Fulton County Courthouse

Constructed between 1911 and 1914, the Fulton County Courthouse is a wonderful example of neoclassical revival/Beaux Arts classicism architecture. Designed by Atlanta-based architect A. Ten Eyck Brown and the Atlanta firm Morgan and Dillon, the building today is officially known as the Lewis R. Slaton Courthouse and is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Come and walk around the building with architect Bill Mason (Fulton County) as he shares the history and significance of the building and talks about the complexity of this monumental facade and roof restoration project. Registration required.

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Gene Kansas Commercial Real Estate

Built in 1910 along the historic “Nine-Mile Circle” trolley line, the one story brick building exemplifies the 20th-Century Commercial style of architecture known and loved throughout Atlanta. Detailed brickwork and craftsman features enhance the character of the storefronts.

Join members of the GKCRE team to learn about and explore this adaptively reused space in the Virginia-Highland neighborhood. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Gene Kansas — as a

company — is about the development of culture as achieved through transformative ideas, knowledge, enlightenment, and the sharing of it. We have an interest in art, film, music, food, literature and people.

We combine these interests with know-how and the goal of making a positive difference in the world. Some of our inspiration is found in the built environment, and some of it is more ethereal — a feeling, a cause, a calling. Whatever the provenance, all of our developments are done with consideration, conservation, protection, and care for the communities we work in, and for the history and heritage we work to preserve.

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Red-tailed Hawk, a resident bird species in Grant Park.

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Georgia Air & Space Museum 2000 Airport Road, Atlanta, GA 30341 www.georgiaairandspacemuseum.org @InspireAviationFoundation @InspireAviatio1

From 1917 to Now: Explore Dekalb-Peachtree Airport Saturday, March 4 at 10am INFORMATION

Come learn the history of this airport, explore its role in WWII, and learn about the current DeKalb-Peachtree Airport, the second busiest airport in Georgia in number of flight operations per year, ranking only behind Atlanta HartsfieldJackson International Airport. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com MISSION STATEMENT: In the digital age, the gen-

erations that define us can learn just as much at home about aviation and space as they can from a traditional museum. But passion will never be sparked in a living room. The time has come to change lives through a model as dynamic and inspirational as aerospace itself.

The Georgia Air and Space Museum is a bold, new concept to connect with the inner child in everyone that has ever dreamed of the freedom of flight.

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Georgia Audubon 327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.georgiaaudubon.org @GeorgiaAudubon

A Morning in Grant Park: L.P. Grant Mansion Tour & Grant Park Birding Tour Saturday, March 11 at 8am INFORMATION

Join the Atlanta Preservation Center and Georgia Audubon for an educational experience that combines the rich history of Atlanta and its diversity of birds. This trip will begin with a tour of the Atlanta Preservation Center, one of the oldest buildings in the city, followed by a guided trip to Grant Park to explore the birds that call this historic neighborhood home. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com MISSION STATEMENT: Georgia Audubon is a

member-supported, 501(c)3 non-profit organization building places where birds and people thrive. We create bird-friendly communities through conservation, education, and community engagement.

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Georgia Battlefields Association 133 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30303 www.georgiabattlefields.org georgiabattlefields

Civil War Atlanta Downtown Walking Tour Saturday, March 4 and 18 at 1pm INFORMATION

Join us for a walking tour of sites where many wartime photos of Atlanta were taken. This tour will last approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes and is limited to 25 participants. Meeting point is convenient to Peachtree Center MARTA station.

Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com MISSION STATEMENT: Preserve Georgia’s Civil

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Georgia Capitol Museum 206 Washington Street, Atlanta GA 30334 www.libs.uga.edu/capitolmuseum @capitolmuseum @gacapitolmuseum

Georgia Capitol Faces and Places Tour Thursday, March 16 at 2pm INFORMATION

The Georgia Capitol offers visitors an opportunity to view first-hand an important government building in the state. Interpretive tours provided by the Georgia Capitol Museum give visitors an overview of Georgia history and the Capitol building. Since its opening in 1889, it has been a house of government and held state-themed museum exhibitions. This tour will focus on portraits and sculptures that represent the state’s history, government and lore. Come learn the intriguing stories behind these silent figures. Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: For over 120 years the

Georgia Capitol has inspired Georgia’s citizens.

Built to symbolize Georgia’s reemergence after the Civil War, the Capitol continues to be one of the most impressive buildings in the state. The Georgia Capitol Museum seeks to preserve and interpret the history of the Georgia Capitol building as well as the events that have taken place within its walls.

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Georgia Institute of Technology Library 260 4th Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30332 library.gatech.edu gtlibraryandclough @gtlibrary @gtlibrary

Tour of the Georgia Tech Library Wednesday, March 22 and Thursday, March 23 at 11am

Georgia Institute of Technology Archives & Special Collections Wednesday, March 22 and Thursday, March 23 at 11am

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The Georgia Tech Library received 4 notable awards in the past two years. The awards include the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation Excellence in Sustainable Preservation Award, two awards from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) from the South Atlantic Region and the Georgia chapters, and an Illuminating Engineering Society of North America (IES) Merit Award. Join us for a walking tour of the award winning Crosland Tower (1969) and Price Gilbert Memorial Library (1953) highlighting the history and sustainable renovation of our library buildings. Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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Join archives staff to learn about Georgia Tech’s history and view treasures from their archival collections, documenting events from the Institute’s founding through the 1996 Olympic Games held in Atlanta and much more. In addition, learn about the shop culture history and development of Georgia Tech’s campus buildings (1888-1911) by viewing photographs, records, and architectural drawings from the Library’s University Archives and Special Collections department.

This 60-minute session will take place in the Archives’ reading room. Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Georgia Tech Library defines excellence in the creation, preservation, curation,

and connection of scholarship. Through this work we create new paths of learning, knowledge, information, and resources to develop leaders who advance technology and improve the human condition.

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Georgia Institute of Technology School of Architecture 327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 arch.gatech.edu @GT.SoA

Digital Documentation Showcase Monday, March 13 at 7pm INFORMATION

Join Georgia Tech School of Architecture professor and APC Board Member Danielle Willkens for a digital documentation showcase at the L.P. Grant Mansion. Watch Danielle capture images with 3D scanning in real time and conduct a virtual tour demo.

There may even be some virtual reality goggles for some extra fun! Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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First Church of Christ, Scientist 150 15th Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.christianscienceatlanta.com INFORMATION

The First Church of Christ, Scientist Atlanta was built in 1913 and designed

by Dougherty & Robinson. It is an outstanding example of neo-classical or Greek revival-style architecture.

The Church is a major landmark in Midtown and it features an intricate masonry exterior and extensive interior trim work.

MISSION STATEMENT: First Church of

Christ, Scientist is a church of Christian Bible-based religion that follows the teachings of Christ Jesus.

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of Atlanta and situated in a Tier 1 research institution, the Georgia Tech School of Architecture combines research, technology, and design to form a well-rounded, interdisciplinary, future-focused education as students prepare to make an impact on the built environment.

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Georgia State University Library’s Special Collections & Archives 100 Decatur Street, Atlanta, GA 30303 library.gsu.edu/special-collections @gsu_archives gsuarchives

Historic Harlots of Old Atlanta Saturday, March 4 and Sunday, March 26 at 1pm INFORMATION

Did you know that where the Georgia State University Library sits today was once Atlanta’s roaring red-light prostitution district? For this hybrid virtual-walking tour, we’ll first meet in the Georgia State University Library for an overview of the rise and fall of the bawdy brothels that lined Downtown Atlanta’s Collins Street from the late 1800s to the early 1900s—showcasing tantalizing tidbits from newspapers, census records, city directories, property records, maps, and more in the Georgia State University Library’s historical digital collections. Then, with the help of a virtual story map on our mobile devices, we’ll walk the streets (well, not like that!) and transport our imaginations back to those bygone days when sin and Southern hospitality went hand in hand.

This 90-minute tour will start at the Georgia State University Library in Downtown Atlanta and the walking tour component will be within a two-block radius of the Georgia State University Library South building. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of Special Collections and Archives is to enhance and support the research and learning pursuits of the university’s students, faculty and staff, and our wider communities and partners. We achieve our mission by collecting, preserving, and sharing unique historical materials that document the history and culture of Georgia State University and the wide array of communities of the Metro Atlanta area, the state of Georgia, and southeastern United States. Our collections are open to Georgia State University faculty, staff, and students, to outside scholars, and to the public.

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Georgia Tech Alumni Association 190 North Avenue NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 livinghistory.gatech.edu @GTLivingHistory

Georgia Tech and Atlanta Friday, March 10, 17, and 24 at 1pm INFORMATION

Georgia Tech Alumni Association’s Alumni History department presents Georgia Tech and Atlanta, a 20-minute presentation of the History of Georgia Tech as part of Atlanta history, followed by time for questions and an optional student led walking tour of Georgia Tech’s Historic Hill District: buildings built 1888 forward! Registration required.

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Forward Arts Foundation 3130 Slaton Dr NW, Atlanta, GA 30305 www.swancoachhouse.com INFORMATION

Built in 1931, the Swan Coach House once served as the garage for the Swan House, one of the most successful residential designs and landscapes of architect Philip Trammell Shutze. 51 years ago, while retaining much of the original style, the Forward Arts Foundation opened the Swan Coach House Restaurant, Gift Shop and Art Gallery with proceeds going to promote the visual arts in Atlanta.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Mission of the Forward Arts Foundation, Inc. is to enrich the greater Atlanta community by promoting and supporting the visual arts.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Georgia Tech Living

History Program was founded in 1994 and conducted its first interview on July 11 with Robert Morris, EE 1944. The mission was to collect, preserve and present the history of the Institute through the stories of her people. For the first six years of the Program, the director was the only employee, aided by student interns. 250 interviews were captured. Twenty-three years later, over 1,000 interviews have been collected and preserved.

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Gregor Turk Studio

with the Blandtown Neighborhood Association 1334 English Street, Atlanta, GA 30318 www.gregorturk.com @gregorturk gregor.turk.77

Walking Tour of Blandtown and Open Studio Saturday, March 4 at 3pm Sunday, March 5 at 1:30pm INFORMATION

Blandtown on Atlanta’s Westside is booming, but few know the neighborhood by its proper name, nor its history. Learn more about Blandtown through a neighborhood walk.

The tour starts at one of the last remaining original Blandtown homes, now an artist studio. Featured in the studio is artwork created in response to the history and development of the neighborhood. This program is supported in part by the City of Atlanta Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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The Healey Building 57 Forsyth St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30303 www.healeycondos.org @healeybuilding

Jewel of the Fairlie-Poplar District: Tour the Healey Building Saturday, March 11 at 11am INFORMATION

Discover one of Atlanta’s architectural jewels.

Join us for an insider’s tour of the 1914 neo-gothic Healey Building, home to Atlanta’s most beautiful lobby! This one-hour guided tour offers an experience of the interior and exterior of this National Register-listed site. Guests will enjoy exploring inside and outside the 16-story building, which was designed by noted Atlanta architect W.T. Downing, including its rotunda, lobby and mezzanine levels, an overview of the exterior highlights, a peek at the historic barber shop and/or one of its residences, and a view of the city from the top floor. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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MISSION STATEMENT: This program features artwork created as part of the Reclaim/Proclaim Blandtown exhibition which was supported in part by the Mayor’s Office of Cultural Affairs.

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History Afoot Atlanta historyafootatlanta.com @historyafootatlanta

Come One Come All: A History of Parades in Atlanta Wednesday, March 8 at 12pm

Hearing More Voices: Women’s Roles in Downtown Atlanta Friday, March 10 at 2pm

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Americans have always been enamored with tomorrow. Its promise of progress and a better life has teased and enthralled us. Atlantans are no different. Parades have offered us a way to peek at the future. Our tour will begin when public gatherings were being strictly controlled, and public spaces had to be reimagined. We will then go back to the early 20th century and follow a portion of the route P.T. Barnum used to lead his circus through. We will talk of Grover Cleveland’s 1887 Grand Tour which included a visit to Atlanta and what that meant to the city. We will finish with a walk down Peachtree Street and a look at two of Atlanta’s favorite parades: DragonCon and Pride. Registration required.For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

Join us for a walk through downtown, thinking about how women experienced the same city around the turn of the 20th century. Atlanta grew rapidly in the years after 1890 and life for women was changing as well. We will consider roles for women to work in the city, ways women impacted their community and tell the stories of some dynamic women who changed the city. Tour will be offered rain or shine but bring an umbrella. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

105 Courtland St NE, Atlanta, GA 30303

127 Peachtree Street, Atlanta, GA 30303

MISSION STATEMENT: To provide engaging and accurate walking tours and events that tell Atlanta history stories,

expanding the narrative of stories told and using the skills of trained public historians.

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The Glenn House 883 Edgewood Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30307 www.theglennhouserestoration.com @glennhouserestoration

1150 Niles Ave. NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 www.historichowellstation.org @HistoricHowellStation

Tour Historic Howell Station Neighborhood Thursday, March 23 at 2pm INFORMATION

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The Glenn House was built in 1890 in the Queen Anne Victorian style for Rev. Wilbur Fisk Glenn, a Methodist minister and alumnus of Emory University. In 1903, Rev. Glenn’s daughter, Flora Glenn, married the heir to Coca-Cola, Charles Howard Candler, in one of the parlors.

During the 20th century, the house experienced significant exterior and interior alterations of its Victorian character. Non-historic changes included the removal of the third floor, tower porch, chimneys, front porch millwork, and several other exterior and interior features such as the pocket doors, mantels, stairs, and windows. Over the last three years, many of these historic features have been restored and rebuilt. Since Phoenix Flies 2019, major restoration and renovations have been completed including the exterior landscaping and gardens.

Our tour will start at the M-28 Church with a history of the neighborhood and then explore several streets within the historical core. Previously surrounded by industrial sites, the community now finds itself in the center of mixed-use development and on the edge of Atlanta’s largest park, Westside Park.

We will discuss the changing patterns of Atlanta’s neighborhoods and the need to seek a balance between historical preservation and development. We will note homes built from 1901 through 1930 as we walk the tree-lined streets of Howell Station. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: To promote an enriched

environment for the citizens of Howell Station and to pursue initiatives that maintain the well-being of the community. We also seek to continue an awareness of the value of Howell Station as a neighborhood that has contributed to the vitality of Atlanta for over 100 years and remains viable and desirable.

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248 Oakland Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.oaklandcemetery.com @oaklandcemetery ocatl

1990 Jonesboro Road SE Atlanta, Georgia 30315 www.southviewcemetery.com

Geology in the Cemetery Saturday, March 4 at 10am Friday, March 17 at 5pm

South-View’s Historical Legacy: The Civil Rights Era Saturday, March 25 at 4:30pm

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Historic Oakland Foundation

Founded in 1850, Historic Oakland Cemetery is one of Atlanta’s oldest public sites and cultural landmarks. Have you ever wondered what headstones are made out of? Or why some of them seem to stand up to the test of time better than others? In this program you will learn to identify the major types of stones that make up Oakland Cemetery and discover the mechanisms behind their deterioration. Tours are appropriate for children. Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Historic Oakland Foundation partners with the City of Atlanta to preserve, restore, enhance, and share Oakland Cemetery with the public as an important island of tranquility in the heart of the city.

Historic South-View Cemetery

Civil Rights activism in Atlanta would reach an unprecedented peak in the 1960s, but Black civic organizations of the 1930s and 1940s had already made significant strides in voting rights and social justice. South-View’s Historical Legacy, a one-hour guided walking tour, celebrates the lives of cemetery residents who fought against racism and segregation during the Civil Rights Era. Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: To record, interpret, restore and preserve the art, history and environment of Historic South-View.

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491 James B. Brawley Dr. NW Atlanta, GA 30318 www.thebelovedcommunityinc.com @saintmarks101

1305 South River Industrial Blvd.

Atlanta, GA 30316 www.historyatlanta.com @historyatlanta

The Western Heights Baptist Church Evolution Thursday, March 9, 16, and 23 at 12pm

South River Brickworks and Doll’s Head Trail Tour Saturday, March 4 at 12pm

Historic St. Mark AME

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In 1938 the Western Heights Baptist Church, an English Avenue White Congregation, dedicated the old historic St. Mark AME Church building at 491 James P Brawley Dr NW. In 1948 St. Mark AME Church, a Black congregation, held its dedication service in this huge stone edifice. The Beloved Community, Inc. will explore Western Heights Baptist Church building and cultural evolution in the community (past, present and future) in three sessions: Preservation as a Tool for Community Development (March 9), Why a Conservancy? (March 16), and Art and Preservation (March 23). Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The vision of The Beloved Community is to provide a point of contact by which all residents, public and private institutions are able to contribute to and participate in equitable redevelopment of the Westside beloved community.

HistoryAtlanta.com

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Constitution Lakes in southwest DeKalb is the site of a late 19th century brickworks. The ponds are actually flooded clay-pits dug by the South River Brick Company. This is now an outstanding wetland area. A few of the topics to be discussed include the Native American connection to the nearby Soapstone Ridge and Atlanta brick-making history. Venturing further, we will tour the Doll’s Head Trail, with artwork made from items found in the park.

This tour is about 2.5 miles long over mostly level ground and will take about two hours. There are no facilities. Registration is limited to 12 participants. Meet in the parking lot. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: History Atlanta is a website devoted to Atlanta history. It is a forum for writers and researchers that love the past of this beautiful city. We offer stories about old buildings, creepy cemeteries, infamous murders and unsolved mysteries all pulled from the history of Atlanta. We hope to educate Atlanta citizens about their past and help preserve it for the future.

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Hotel Clermont

Grant Park Conservancy

789 Ponce de Leon Avenue Atlanta, GA 30306 www.hotelclermont.com @hotelclermont

PO Box 89189, Atlanta, GA 30312 @gpconservancy grantpark.atlanta @grantparkatl

Tour the Hotel Clermont Tuesday, March 7 and 14 at 1pm

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Completed on June 17, 1924 by the Shelverton Construction Company, the Bonaventure Arms Apartments originally boasted 85 units.

Built in the Georgian revival style, the building converted into the Clermont Hotel in 1939, catering to travelers along Ponce de Leon Avenue. The building is constructed of concrete with twelve inch thick brick curtain walls laid in a Flemishbond.

In 1965, the Clermont Lounge opened for business. Closed since 2009, Hotel Clermont is now open after a several years-long rehabilitation and features 94 rooms, a café, a lobby bar, a rooftop area, and the Clermont Lounge.

The project restored the building under the direction of the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. It represents an appreciation for our past that solidifies that it has a great future. Join us for a tour of this incredible space! Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

The Grant Park is an oasis of greenspace in the heart of America’s greatest city, serving the entire region. The Grant Park Conservancy works to create a world-class park by restoring and preserving its historic importance and features while providing venues for active and passive recreation.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Grant Park

Conservancy is committed to the restoration, beautification and maintenance of historic Grant Park.

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Mechanicsville PAST, PRESENT, AND FUTURE

Established in 1870, Mechanicsville is one of Atlanta’s oldest neighborhoods, located just south of downtown and bounded to the north by what is left of Whitehall Street (once the name of all of Peachtree Street, and still continuous with Peachtree).

The name comes from the mechanics and laborers who worked on the railway lines and lived in the neighborhood. Historically, Mechanicsville residents were an ethnically, economically, and religiously diverse group, including African Americans, Russians, Germans, and other European immigrants, many Jewish.

In the twentieth century after the introduction of highway infrastructure, Mechanicsville shifted from a diverse, upper-middle-class neighborhood to a predominantly African American, lower-income neighborhood.

Today, its central location makes it attractive to developers, increasing risk of population displacement and cultural erasure. Mechanicsville

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From the Georgia Tech School of Architecture

is a key site for Atlanta’s preservationists to focus on protecting what remains of the city’s historic fabric, to ensure that new development honors and reflects the neighborhood’s long history and original residents.

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Courtesy of Georgia State University Library

Urban Renewal and Gentrification When the Great Depression began in the 1930s, Mechanicsville began to vanish rapidly. The impact of the suburban boom of the 1920s exposed the racial landscape of the city with greater clarity. Mechanicsville, and most low-income, African-American neighborhoods in the city, were disproportionately impacted. In particular, Robert Whitten, the leading planner and designer of Atlanta’s zoning patterns and city model, stated that “home neighborhoods had to be protected from any further damage to values resulting from inappropriate uses including the encroachment of the colored race.” Whitten’s plan, finalized in 1922, divided the city into an R-1 white district and an R-2 colored district, with additional neighborhoods undetermined.

Mechanicsville began to experience deliberately depressed economics in 1949 when the Federal Housing Act was created. This came about in part as a result of the government’s reaction to the Supreme Court case of Shelley v. Kraemer, which deemed racial restrictive covenants unconstitutional. But by this time, neighborhood segregation in Mechanicsville and across the city had long been segregated. With the Rawson-Washington Urban Renewal Project created under the Federal Housing Act of 1949 and the government’s use of eminent domain, urban renewal heavily affected Mechanicsville.

The Rawson-Washington Urban Renewal Project, financed by the city of Atlanta, was initially intended to revitalize economically deteriorated areas and provide housing for white middle-class residents looking to relocate back to the city. This project spearheaded stadium sites and was sixty-two acres of predominantly African-American land, owned by the Atlanta Housing Authority. The project specifically had two goals at the time, according to white Atlanta businessmen; the project was intended to move “African-American residents farther away from the central downtown corridor and connect the larger white suburbs outside the city to the central downtown corridor.”

In pursuing their goals, city officials and business elites helped catalyze the I-75/I-85

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As a result of urban renewal, interstate construction, and development, Mechanicsville was ultimately left with vacant housing and rental property that lacked care and attention. By the 1990s, 78% of its residents lived below the poverty line.

Nevertheless, in spite of these changes in landscape and character throughout the centuries, Mechanicsville has maintained community, culture, and integrity.

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THE ATLANTA VOICE The Atlanta Voice was founded by newspaperman J. Lowell Ware and Ed Clayton in 1966 with a vision and mission that has been the publication’s motto and driving force ever since: “A People Without A Voice Cannot Be Heard.” The venerable, award-winning publication was born out of the refusal of the white-owned majority Atlanta media to give fair and credible coverage to the burgeoning Civil Rights Movement.

Mr. Clayton died after the first issue of the paper was produced, leaving Mr. Ware as the sole publisher. It was effectively and uniquely spearheaded by Ware, who — by the time of his death in 1991 — was responsible for publishing seven newspapers throughout Georgia and Alabama: The Atlanta Voice, The Athens Voice, The Macon Voice, The Tuskegee Voice, The Pensacola Voice, The Inter-Scholastic Journal and The Atlanta Inquirer.

The paper birthed “out of the movement,” continues under the leadership of his daughter and current Atlanta Voice publisher, Janis L. Ware (lower right), a housing expert, businesswoman, and community activist who assumed the responsibility of fulfilling her father’s vision. Ware is a University of Georgia Business School graduate whose career has been unwavering in completing and continuing her father’s lifelong interests in publishing and community development. She also serves as Executive Director of SUMMECH CDC.

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General Electric Company Repair Shop and Warehouse The General Electric Repair Shop and Warehouse comprises two, large masonry buildings constructed in 1922 in Atlanta’s Mechanicsville neighborhood in southwest Atlanta. The repair shop at the corner of Glenn and Humphries streets is a long, rectangular two-story brick building with large factory-type windows.

The General Electric Company Repair Shop and Warehouse are significant because of the architecture of the two buildings. They are excellent examples of large industrial buildings that were used by General Electric as its southeast regional repair shop and warehouse.

Concrete-framed warehouses with brick infill and metal factory windows were commonly built throughout the United States in the 1920s and 1930s because they could be built quickly, they were fireproof, and their open interior plans could serve a variety of uses. In Atlanta, many of these large, concrete-framed buildings were built in industrial corridors along rail lines that run through the city and around it. They are utilitarian buildings with virtually no ornament.

The warehouse, the larger of the two buildings, is a four-story, concrete-framed building. It is

supported on every floor by a grid of concrete columns. A tower, which rises four stories above the building, is a visual landmark in west Atlanta.

General Electric’s repair shop and warehouse operations remained at the Glenn Street site until 1977. Sexton Toby Tire occupied the warehouse from 1978 until the 2000s. Many of these buildings have been altered, but most of them have been demolished. In 2006, the two buildings, whose conditions had deteriorated, were rehabilitated as affordable housing. The certified rehabilitation included partitioning interior spaces into private apartments in both buildings and the construction of a new apartment building and parking deck.

It is crucial to keep these buildings, structures and spaces for this community. Mechanicsville lost two thirds of its population between 1960 and 2000, dropping from 10,530 in 1960 to 3,358 in 2000. This is why the General Electric Company Repair Shop and Warehouse is not a stand-alone building, but a place that represents history, purpose, and value to the neighborhood of Mechanicsville and the city of Atlanta.

Executively Produced by The Urban Advocate and DeMicha Luster.

Research provided by Cameron J. Nesmith who received his BA from Morehouse College. He is currently completing his master’s degree in Historic Preservation at the University of Georgia.

Research produced by students at Georgia Tech School of Architecture under the supervision of Visiting Assistant Professor Ryan Roark, now an Assistant Professor at the Illinois Institute of Technology (Chicago).

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Grant Park Neighborhood Association PO Box 89235, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.grantpark.org @GrantParkGPNA @gpnaatlanta INFORMATION

The Association to Revive Grant Park (ARGP) began in 1973 for neighbors to help realize the potential of our historic in-town neighborhood. The association’s purpose was to help preserve and promote Grant Park as a viable community.

In 1975, ARGP was incorporated as a non-profit organization, and in the late 1980’s the name was changed to the Grant Park Neighborhood Association (GPNA).

Today, GPNA brings together residents of Grant Park who are interested in promoting, protecting, and strengthening the neighborhood.

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Insight Cultural Tourism 503 Peeples St. SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 @insightculturaltourism

West End Historic District Walking Tour Saturday, March 18 at 1pm INFORMATION

This walking tour will explore the West End historic district, Atlanta’s oldest neighborhood, an area which predates the founding of the city itself and is on the National register of Historic Places. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Insight Cultural Tourism provides walking tours of Atlanta’s unique West End community focusing on the area’s history, art, and urban farming. From the frontier days of 1835 to today’s Afro-centric commercial district the people, places, and events continue to provide fascinating stories and insights.

MISSION STATEMENT: Preserve the

historic legacy of our Grant Park neighborhood; Promote the diversity of our Grant Park neighborhood today; Protect the greenspaces of our Grant Park neighborhood for future generations to enjoy.

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Institute of Classical Architecture & Art, SE Chapter 248 Oakland Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.classist-se.org @icaasoutheast

An Afternoon with Alexander D. Hamilton: The Work of Alexander Hamilton and Son 1890-1920 Sunday, March 12 at 2pm Please join ICAA Southeast and Atlanta actor Matthew William Withers as Matthew portrays Atlanta architect and builder, Alexander D. Hamilton. Mr. Hamilton (Matthew) will give an illustrated lecture highlighting the work of the firm he and his father founded, Alexander Hamilton and Son. The African American-owned construction firm built and sometimes designed some of the most iconic buildings in Atlanta from 1890-1920’s including the Hentz, Reid, and Adler-designed Butler Street YMCA, the Linton Hopkins House in Ansley Park, and Carver High School. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Southeast Chapter is dedicated to advancing the practice and appreciation of classical architecture and art of our region. The Southeast Chapter fulfills this mission by educating, celebrating, and creating excellence in our craft, artistic expressions, and endeavors.

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659 Auburn Ave., Atlanta, GA 30312 www.jankestudios.com @jankeglassstudio

887 Wylie St. SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 www.kronbergua.com @kronbergua

History of Atlanta’s First Glassblowing Studio: A 2000-YearOld Craft in a Century-Old Building Friday, March 10 & 24 at 10:30am Wednesday, March 8 & 22 at 6:30pm

Tour the Bearden Temple AME Wednesday, March 8 at 6:30pm

Janke Glassblowing Studio

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In 1996 Glass Artist Matt Janke and his wife Kim opened the first hot glassblowing studio in the metro area. Janke Studios was originally located in Marietta but was recruited by neighborhood leaders and artists to relocate to the Old Fourth Ward and in 2000, Janke Studios made its permanent home at StudioPlex on Auburn, a century-old building home to a remarkable live-work community in Atlanta’s historic Old Fourth Ward. Join us for a glassblowing demo and have a hands-on opportunity to make a flower. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: To expose and promote the art of glassblowing throughout the southeast, via exhibitions, galleries and hands-on experiences.

Kronberg Urbanists + Architects

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Come learn about the adaptive reuse of this historic building, constructed in 1922 as the Bearden Temple AME Church. The church and its location are significant to the history of the development of the Reynoldstown area of Atlanta. The innovative rehabilitation project retained the church’s historic exterior and its beautiful stained glass windows.

Although the interior is now repurposed as office space, the chancel area also has been left intact. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Kronberg Urbanists + Architects is a multidisciplinary design studio that utilizes architecture, urban design, real estate development, and policy to make neighborhoods better.

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Landmark Preservation 327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.landmarkpreservationllc.com @landmarkpreservation @landmarkpreservationllc

Preservation in Atlanta: Presentation at the L.P. Grant Mansion Thursday, March 9 at 7pm INFORMATION

Come and hear from Landmark Preservation’s co-founder Greg Jacobs about the preservation work being done in Atlanta, including the ongoing restoration at the L.P. Grant Mansion and Westview Cemetery Abbey. Landmark has completed window assessments for the Winnwood Apartments, Memorial to the Six Million (Holocaust Memorial in Greenwood Cemetery), exterior assessment to the PalmerPhelan Buildings, and assessment work in Oakland Cemetery. Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Landmark Preservation, LLC is dedicated to the preservation of historic structures and sites that represent the fabric of America’s architectural heritage. Based in Savannah, Georgia, with a satellite office at the Atlanta Preservation Center, our team of historic preservationists has worked around the country on projects ranging from significant public structures to museums that are open to the public.

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MET/Candler Warehouse 680 Murphy Avenue SW Atlanta, GA 30310 www.metatl.com @metatlanta @metatl @met_atl INFORMATION

Originally constructed in 1915 as The Candler Warehouses by Coca-Cola co-founder Asa Candler, MET Atlanta remains a significant historic and cultural destination in the heart of downtown Atlanta. The vast 1.1M SF campus is now owned by Carter, a 63-year-old Atlantabased real estate firm, whose vision for the property is to maintain the integrity of the original structure and legacy of creativity and entrepreneurship that has thrived there for decades.

MISSION STATEMENT: Our community of entrepreneurs, artisans, agencies, and innovators share one passion: to make something that truly matters. Atlanta is buzzing with creative energy, and MET Atlanta provides the space for transformational entrepreneurs and agencies to forge meaningful collaborations.

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Little 5 Points Business Association 1083 Austin Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30307 www.l5pbiz.com @l5pbiz

Little 5 Points: A History of Atlanta’s Original, Off-Beat Community Wednesday, March 8 at 4pm Sunday, March 12 at 3pm Self-Guided Tour Wednesday, March 8 – Friday, March 24 www.l5pbiz.com INFORMATION

Little 5 Points (L5P) was one of the first commercial districts outside of downtown Atlanta. Built in 1908, L5P grew into an avant-grade arts and shopping district. By 1930, L5P’s successful businesses included three movie theaters, three grocery stores, four drug stores, and three barber shops. In the 1960’s L5P was struggling economically. In the 1970’s, the City of Atlanta awarded community grants to L5P which were used for public improvements. These improvements triggered the start of eclectic businesses that are still around today such as 7Stages, Variety Playhouse, Sevananda Natural Foods, Bond Credit Union, WRFG Community Radio station, and many more. These grants and the entrepreneurial spirit of these community-based businesses helped spur the revitalization of L5P. On our tour we will explore the unique businesses, characters and architecture that made L5P the colorful, free-spirited community that it is today. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The L5P Business Association’s mission is to promote the business

interests of our members by educating them, providing networking opportunities, organizing events, marketing, promoting, and shaping L5P’s future while preserving our historic off-beat neighborhood.

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M.H. Mitchell, Inc. 327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.mhmitchell.org

John T. Williams’ Historic Currency Saturday, March 25 at 2pm INFORMATION

John T. Williams spent a number of years studying the history of money in America.

His collection has grown into one of the largest, most important, and comprehensive collections in the state. Join John as he discusses the history of currency, and showcases his unique collection. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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Municipal Market at Sweet Auburn 209 Edgewood Avenue SE Atlanta, GA 30303 www.municipalmarketatl.com @thecurbmarket INFORMATION

The Atlanta Woman’s Club launched a successful fundraising effort to erect a fireproof structure, designed by A. Ten Eyck Brown. The building opened on May 1, 1924, where it still stands today in the heart of the MLK Historic District.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Sweet Auburn

understanding of the southeastern region through cultural, social, and structural preservation.

Curb Market preserves the architectural and historical character of the Market. It maintains an environment that recognizes and celebrates the diversity of citizens, strengthens the historic link and mutual dependency of our rural and urban communities.

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The Michael C. Carlos Museum 571 South Kilgo Circle, Atlanta, GA 30322 carlos.emory.edu @carlosmuseum

Sunday FUNday: Boats - Look, Build, Float!

Sunday, March 5 at 1pm INFORMATION

During the First Intermediate Period and Middle Kingdom of ancient Egypt, a collection of wooden models showing scenes of daily life were found in many burial chambers. Model boats made of wood were one of the items that were often found.

Investigate two model boats in the special exhibition Life and the Afterlife: Ancient Egyptian Art from the Senusret Collection, then experiment with different materials to design and make your own model boat. Sunday FUNdays at the Carlos Museum are made possible through the generous financial support of the David R. and Margaret C. Clare Foundation and The Point. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT The Michael C. Carlos Museum of Emory University collects, preserves,

exhibits, and interprets art and artifacts from antiquity to the present in order to provide unique opportunities for education and enrichment in the community and to promote interdisciplinary teaching and research at Emory University.

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Midtown Alliance 999 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.midtownatl.com @MidtownATL @midtown_atl

Midtown History Tour with Midtown Alliance and the Atlanta Preservation Center Wednesday, March 22 at 2pm INFORMATION

Midtown has one of the fastest-growing populations in the southeast U.S., with over 20,000 residents and many more to come.

From historic homes, to apartments, lofts and hi-rises with spectacular views of the city — it provides an uncommon opportunity to see Atlanta’s growth over time. Karl SmithDavids of Midtown Alliance and David Yoakley Mitchell of the Atlanta Preservation Center will explore part of the Midtown community and share the significance of our city through Midtown. Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT We are a non-profit member-

ship organization and a coalition of leading business and community leaders – united in our commitment to Midtown as a premiere destination for commerce, culture, education and living.

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Peachtree Christian Church 1580 Peachtree Street NW Atlanta, GA 30309 www.peachtree.org @peachtreechristian @ptreechristian INFORMATION

Peachtree Christian Church, established in 1925, stands at Peachtree and Spring streets, historically known as “the Crossroads of Atlanta.” Modeled after Melrose Abbey in Scotland, the beautiful Gothic Revival-style sanctuary was designed

by Charles H. Hopson and dedicated in 1928 as a “cathedral for the City of Atlanta.” The sanctuary’s windows, made by Mr. William Glasby of London, England, are one of the country’s finest collections of stained glass telling the story of Christ. The sanctuary’s acoustics magnify the rich sounds of the two organs, chimes and carillon.

MISSION STATEMENT: Peachtree Christian

Church (Disciples of Christ) is a God-centered community of faith. Our mission is to Share Christ, Build Believers, and Serve Others. We believe that God is larger than denominational divisions, and our fellowship is open to anyone who claims Jesus as Savior and Lord.

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395 17th Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30363 www.thegatemuseum.org www.thenmf.org Millennium Gate Museum

1049 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30306 www.atimewithisadora.org @atimewithisadora

Bruno Zupan Exhibition Thursday, March 16 at 11am

A Time with Isadora Sunday, March 26 at 3:30pm

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International artist Bruno Zupan’s 35-piece collection titled “My Friend, The Earth”, will be on display at the Millennium Gate Museum in Atlantic Station. Zupan celebrates the Earth in each of his paintings and has spent his life in the pursuit of light, having traveled around the earth and explored cities and beaches, mountains, rivers, and pastures – winter, night and day, spring, and summer. From the golden warmth of a Venetian sunset to the sparkling city lights of Boston, he captures the varied, yet simple manifestations of its beauty in his remarkable paintings. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

You are invited to the Atlanta premiere of the documentary film A Time with Isadora. The documentary is a part of Movement Arts Atlanta’s dance project of the same name which is inspired

by Atlanta’s Olmsted Linear Parks and the modern dance pioneer Isadora Duncan. The project explores how one artist influences many, integrating historic dance works, new choreography, visual art, photography and filmmaking.

In addition to the project’s connection to the park, the project’s performances have taken place in Inman Park’s historic Trolley Barn. With the addition of the presentation of this documentary at the Plaza Theatre, the project has the unique angle of considering old and new and the principles of adaptive reuse—old dances informing new dances in old places with new uses. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

Millennium Gate Museum

MISSION STATEMENT: The Millennium Gate

Museum’s mission is to preserve and interpret Georgia history, art, culture and philanthropic heritage as well as highlight Georgia’s historical and aesthetic relevance to the United States and to the world.

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MISSION STATEMENT: Movement Arts Atlanta

provides high-quality dance training and programing to the Atlanta community focusing on the joy in the art of dance.

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Museums, Archives, and Rare Books at Kennesaw State University marb.kennesaw.edu @kennesawstateuniversity @kennesawstate

Museum of History and Holocaust Education (MHHE) Open Monday–Friday, 10am–5pm

3333 Busbee Drive, Kennesaw, GA 30144

Through its nine current onsite exhibits, the MHHE illuminates the role that individuals play in history and the effects of history on individuals. Engaging university and K-12 audiences through field trips and in-school presentations, the MHHE reached over 180,000 students in the 2021-2022 school year.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Department of Muse-

ums, Archives and Rare Books (MARB) at Kennesaw State University presents exhibitions, public programs, collections, and educational services supporting KSU’s mission and encouraging dialogue about the past and its significance today. MARB is essential to the KSU student experience and functions as a “welcome mat” to the university.

MARB Special Projects Team Trolley Barn: open Sundays, March 19 and 26, 1–3pm Oakland Cemetery: Contact cemetery for Belltower hours

University Archives and Special Collections and the Bentley Rare Book Museum Open Monday–Friday, 10am–4pm

385 Cobb Avenue, Kennesaw, GA 30144

The UASC preserves and makes accessible the history of KSU and the Northwest Georgia region through more than 600 archival collections. The BRBM develops and preserves over 10,000 rare books and manuscripts documenting the history of the book in the English-speaking world.

The MARB Special Projects Team works with students in the KSU Public History Program and community partners to bring history to life through programming and exhibit development. Two recent student projects include the Atlanta’s First Streetcars exhibit at The Trolley Barn in Inman Park (963 Edgewood Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30307) and the Bell Tower exhibit on the history of labor at Oakland Cemetery (248 Oakland Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312).

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170 Mitchell St. SW, Atlanta, GA 30303 www.southdwntn.com @southdwntn

6150 East Ponce de Leon Ave. Stone Mountain, GA 30083 newsouthassoc.com @newsouthassociates @newsouthassoc

Newport

New South Associates

Historic South Downtown Tour Thursday, March 9 at 10:30am Tuesday, March 14 at 11am INFORMATION

Meet for coffee, conversation and a brief tour of Newport’s progress on the redevelopment of some of Atlanta’s most significant historic buildings along Mitchell Street in South Dwntn. We will start in the South Dwntn marketing center to hear an overview of the projects and then walk through select retail and office spaces along Hotel Row. On the South side of Mitchell Street, we’ll get to see progress as 222 Mitchell is under full renovation into Class A creative office and vibrant retail destination. Please wear long pants and fully-enclosed, hard soled shoes (no heels!). We’ll meet at the South Dwntn marketing center located at 170 Mitchell Street SW. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

Historic LGBTQ+ Midtown Atlanta Self-Guided Tour https://newsouthassoc.com/?p=6647 INFORMATION

This virtual walking tour of significant places in Atlanta’s rich LGBTQ+ history will center on the Midtown neighborhood. Grab your phone and walk between these locations that were critical to the Atlanta LGBTQ+ community beginning in 1971. The first stop of the tour begins at 6th and Peachtree Street, then heads north where important LGBTQ+ social spaces and community centers were located.

From the start of the first Pride parade to the show bar Illusions (photo above) and Outwrite Bookstore, learn the importance and history of these Midtown spaces.

MISSION STATEMENT: New South is a small,

research-oriented, technology driven cultural resources consultant producing quality and timely products for our clients while offering a work climate that promotes professional development, a family atmosphere, and a commitment to our home communities.

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Northside Drive Baptist Church 3100 Northside Dr. NW, Atlanta, GA 30305 www.northsidedrive.org @ndbcatlanta northsidedrivebaptistchurch

Stained Glass Stories of an Inclusive, Inquiring, Involved Baptist Church Sunday, March 19 at 12:15pm INFORMATION

Northside Drive Baptist Church welcomes the entire Atlanta community to explore the richly colored, faceted windows in its octagon-shaped sanctuary, located prominently on the point where Northside Drive and Northside Parkway split in Buckhead. Designed by the Willet Stained Glass Studios of Philadelphia and placed in the late 1970’s, the luminous windows tell the story of divine initiative and human response. An embedded glass peanut—a reference to President Jimmy Carter and his previous membership in the church—is a unique feature. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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Piedmont Driving Club 1215 Piedmont Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30309 www.drivingclub.org INFORMATION

The Piedmont Driving Club is a private social club which dates from 1887 when the driving was done with horse and carriage. The club sold some of its adjacent land in 1904 to the City of Atlanta to create Piedmont Park. The club sits on 190 acres and has been expanded and renovated by noted architects, including a dining terrace

by Philip T. Shutze, and a ballroom

by Hentz, Reid, and Adler.

MISSION STATEMENT: Northside Drive Baptist

Church lives out its vision as a church rooted deeply in liturgical traditions, where intergenerational friendships are valued, open-mindedness is the basis of spiritual formation, members are known by name, resources are shared generously, and hands-on-service is crucial.

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Poncey Highland Neighborhood Association www.ponceyhighland.org INFORMATION

Poncey-Highland Neighborhood Association (PHNA) first organized on the belief that Poncey-Highland is one of the finest areas of our city for urban living and that when we work together, we can do great things for our neighborhood.

We strongly affirm that every resident should have the opportunity to participate in the decision-making and governing policies that affect our community and our city. Along with hosting monthly meetings, PHNA publishes a monthly email with meeting reminders, upcoming events, and updates. You can also connect with the community through the Residents of Poncey-Highland Facebook group, Instagram, and our Nextdoor Poncey-Highland Neighborhood forum.

PHNA encourages all who live, work, and play in and around Poncey-Highland to get involved.

MISSION STATEMENT We’re a small

neighborhood with big character. PonceyHighland Neighborhood Association is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) non-profit.

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Oglethorpe University 4484 Peachtree Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30319 www.oglethorpe.edu oglethorpeuniversity @oglethorpeuniv

Oglethorpe University Walking Tour Wednesday, March 22 at 2pm INFORMATION

Please join University Librarian Eli Arnold for a walking tour of the historic Brookhaven campus of Oglethorpe University. Founded in 1835 near Milledgeville, Oglethorpe University is one of the oldest colleges in Georgia. It relocated briefly to downtown Atlanta after the Civil War and was re-chartered in 1915 at its present location in Brookhaven. Visit the Collegiate Gothic buildings, designed by Atlanta architects Morgan, Dillon, and Downing during the first quarter of the 20th century. After the tour, attendees are invited to visit the Oglethorpe University Museum of Art. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Atlanta’s Oglethorpe Univer-

sity is committed to teaching excellence in an inclusive learning environment. We prepare students for success in professional endeavors as responsible and productive contributors to a global society.

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Olmsted Linear Park Alliance www.atlantaolmstedpark.org @olmstedlinearpark olmstedlpa

A Walk Through Dellwood and Deepdene Saturday, March 25 at 10am

Deepdene and Dellwood Park Meet at 1775 Ponce de Leon Avenue

@OLPA_ATL

A Walk with Olmsted Sunday, March 26 at 2pm

Meet at the corner of Springdale Road and South Ponce de Leon Avenue (next to the playground at Springdale Park)

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Visitors will walk through Dellwood and Deepdene, looking at native plants, nonnative invasive plants and hopefully seeing some wildlife and early spring wildflowers.

Dellwood is handicap accessible. Deepdene contains some paved pathways that are accessible but the tour takes visitors inside the forest on mulch trails which are not.

Visitors will walk through the first four park segments (Springdale, Virgilee, Oak Grove and Shadyside) to learn about the history of the park, restoration, people who lived along the park, scam and scandal.

Handicap accessible.

This tour is appropriate for children ages 12 and up. We recommend good walking shoes, sunscreen, water bottle, bug spray, and a hat. Attendees may park on Clifton Road or South Ponce de Leon Avenue on Saturday. On Sunday, street parking is allowed on S. Ponce de Leon near Springdale Road. The tour will take place rain or shine (unless thunder and lightning) and will last approximately 1.5–2 hours. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The OLPA’s mission is to protect and preserve Olmsted Linear Park

by engaging and educating the public to treasure and invest in the improvement of this historic, landmark asset; and to champion the teaching and the legacy of Frederick Law Olmsted, Sr. in creating a thoughtful, well-designed greenspace to enhance urban living.

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3612 Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta, GA 30327 www.pacesferryunitedmethodist.org

1570 Monroe Dr. NE Atlanta, GA 30324 www.piedmontheights.org @piedmontheightsatl

An Iconic Church and Cemetery and a 300-Year-Old Tree Open House: Saturday, March 4 and 18 from 10am – 2pm

Highlights from Piedmont Heights Sunday, March 5, Friday, March 10, and Saturday, March 25 at 10am

Paces Ferry United Methodist Church

Piedmont Heights Civic Association

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Docents look forward to welcoming visitors to this one-room frame church, built c. 1880s, its cemetery c.1896 and funerary art and veterans’ graves, and the early 1700s Post Oak tree in front of the church, all on property transferred in the 1821 Treaty of Indian Springs to the United States by the Creek Nation.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the

United Methodist Church is to make disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

Did you know one of Atlanta’s oldest neighborhoods is tucked away in the heart of the city between Ansley Park, Morningside, and Midtown? Piedmont Heights is a “Small Town in a Big City” with lots of history! Join your guide from the Piedmont Heights Civic Association for a ~1.25-mile loop through Piedmont Heights, settled in 1822, two years before Archibald Holland bought a tract where Terminus (now Atlanta) was founded in 1837. We hope you can join us! Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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Piedmont Heights Civic Association (PHCA) are civic, educational, and charitable, and strive to promote, enhance, and preserve the livability, common good, and general welfare of the people in the Piedmont Heights neighborhood.

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Piedmont Park Conservancy 1071 Piedmont Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.piedmontpark.org @PiedmontParkATL @piedmontpark

Historic Piedmont Park Walking Tour Saturday, March 4, 11, 18, & 25 at 10am Wednesday, March 8 & 22 at 10am INFORMATION

Join Piedmont Park Conservancy docents for a 60-90 minute walking tour to discover how Piedmont Park has been transformed over the last 200 years. From the ancestral lands of the Muscogee Indians, to the Walker Family farm, to an elite private club, to the site of the Cotton States and International Exposition, Piedmont Park has evolved into the world class city park it is today. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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The Rialto Center for the Arts 80 Forsyth Street NW Atlanta, GA, 30303 rialto.gsu.edu

Virtual Tour: 100 Years at the Rialto youtu.be/Ms2VkfqqfjQ INFORMATION

Tour the historic Rialto virtually and explore its various renovations from 1916 to present day. See a documentary film celebrating the Rialto’s over 100 years in existence as a theater at the corner of Luckie and Forsyth and almost 20 years as the Rialto Center for the Arts at Georgia State University.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Rialto’s mission

is to inspire, educate and entertain diverse audiences by presenting innovative and exceptional arts programming and cultivating community partnership.

MISSION STATEMENT: In partnership with the city

of Atlanta, to enhance and preserve Piedmont Park as a vital, urban green space and as a cultural and recreational resource that enriches the quality of life for all Atlantans.

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Pitts Theology Library at Emory University 1531 Dickey Drive, Suite 560, Atlanta, GA 30322 pitts.emory.edu @PittsTheologyLibrary @pittslibrary

This Sacred Art: The Emergence of the Printed Book in Fifteenth-Century Europe Saturday, March 18 and 25 at 12pm INFORMATION

Johannes Gutenberg of Mainz, Germany, began printing with moveable type in the middle of the fifteenth century. Though printing had already been in use throughout East Asia prior to Gutenberg’s inventive work, his introduction of printing into Europe had a profound social and economic effect in the West. This exhibition explores how these early printed books were made, decorated, and bound, as well as their content, the book trade, and the enduring influence of incunabula in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries. Curated by Brandon Wason, Ph.D. Registration required.

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MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of the Pitts Theology Library is to acquire, organize,

preserve, interpret, and provide access to information resources that support the present and future teaching, research, and service missions of the Candler School of Theology, as well as those of the Graduate Division of Religion and Emory University, and that complement other research collections for the study of theology. By preserving the literary heritage of the Church in all times and places, Pitts Theology Library recognizes the place of the written word in Judaism and Christianity and supports the study of all scholars, regardless of their faith.

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The Plaza Theatre 1049 Ponce de Leon Avenue Atlanta, GA 30306 www.plazaatlanta.com @plazaatlanta

Atlanta’s Oldest Operating Cinema: Tour the Plaza Theatre Sunday, March 26 at 11am & 12:30pm INFORMATION

Designed by architect George Harwell Bond, the Plaza Theatre opened on December 23, 1939, as an art deco cinema and live theater space. It was the neighborhood cinema for the Druid Hills, Virginia Highland and PonceyHighland neighborhoods of Atlanta. It is an anchor of the Briarcliff Plaza on Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta’s first shopping center with offstreet parking. In early 2010, the Plaza Theatre Foundation became a nonprofit organization.

Retaining the original marquee and many of the original furnishings, the Plaza Theatre became the longest continuously operating theatre in Atlanta.

Explore this unique space while learning about the Plaza Theatre’s history and incredible preservation that has allowed it to return to its former appearance, showcases, performances, and independent and international films.

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Ponce Condominium Association 75 Ponce de Leon Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30308 www.poncecondo.com

Lecture and Guided Tour Saturday, March 18 at 1pm INFORMATION

There is a famous intersection at the corner of Peachtree Street and Ponce De Leon Avenue.

The historical gems that reside here are the fabulous Fox Theatre, the Georgian Terrace Hotel and the Ponce Condominiums. William Stoddart built the Ponce Apartments in 1913 following his great success as an architect for the Georgian Terrace Hotel in 1911. It was the first high-rise apartment building in Atlanta.

From its glorious lobby with a Louis C. Tiffany ceiling to the rooftop belvederes, the Ponce is a shining example of Italian Renaissance palazzo-style architecture. Learn the varied and eclectic history of both the building and its residents. Registration required.

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Praxis3 750 Glenwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 www.praxis3.com @praxis3design

From 1896 to Today: Explore the Atlanta Stockade / GlenCastle Friday, March 10 at 12pm INFORMATION

Hidden in plain sight overlooking downtown Atlanta, the City’s first working prison farm encompassed acres of land adjacent to Grant Park, including portions of what is now I-20 and the adjacent retail center. The first building was built in 1896, and subsequent buildings in the next decade, but the complex was only used as a prison for 30 years.

Built by the prisoners, the buildings feature unique concrete and stone construction.

In 2020, all three buildings (the Stockade, the Stables, and the Forge) were fully renovated in a partnership of Urban Realty Partners/Tecton, with tenants ranging from an event space to creative tech offices. Come along to learn about the layers of the building’s history and materials, and the challenges of the renovation, with neighbor and architect Sarah Butler of Praxis3 Architecture.

Tour is about 1.5 hours. Street parking is available. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Praxis3 is an architecture and multidisciplinary design firm founded in

1997. Our goal is to foster design excellence and create exceptional places for our clients and end users.

The places we design often represent one of the largest investments our clients will ever make. Those places should enhance our client’s enterprise, no matter what it is. Good design means more than just listening to our clients. It means actively engaging in an ongoing dialogue seeking design solutions to support our client’s needs.

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Pullman Yards Departure Institute 225 Rogers St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30317 www.pullmanyards.com @prattpullmandistrict

Pullman Yards Historic Tour Sunday, March 5 at 1pm INFORMATION

See History: Learn how the Pratt Pullman Yard Development has evolved from a railroad sleeper car repair center in 1904 to the creative and cultural focal point that we know today. Live History: Dive into the rich civil rights history of the Pullman Yards District and see the actual movie sites used for filming some of Hollywood’s biggest blockbusters from The Hunger Games to Fast and the Furious. Make History: Stay after the tour and create lasting memories in our Rail Park with delicious cocktails and mocktails as well as tasty treats and food with a beautiful historic backdrop. Registration required.

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Summerhill Atlanta 565 Hank Aaron Drive SW Atlanta, GA 30312 www.summerhillatl.com @Summerhill_Atl summerhillatl INFORMATION

Summerhill is the redevelopment of Atlanta’s former Olympic stadium and surroundings. Encompassing 80 acres, the site is adjacent to downtown Atlanta with unrivaled access and visibility.

Summerhill is walkable and bikeable; minutes from downtown, midtown, and the airport. A long-term, organic development beginning with preservation and rehabilitation. A vision of vibrant streetscapes combining culture, food, entertainment, academics, housing, and world-class offices.

MISSION STATEMENT: To bring fun, arts and

culture to the neighborhood, the city of Atlanta and all its surrounding areas.

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Upper Westside Improvement District www.upperwestsideatl.org @upperwestsideatl INFORMATION

The Upper Westside is a Community Improvement District (CID), a special governmental entity formed by local commercial property owners and legislated by the City of Atlanta. The Upper Westside Improvement District works to enhance the transportation network, connectivity, safety, and experience for all in Atlanta’s Upper Westside through investment and community partnerships. It was created in 2016 by a group of civic-minded commercial property owners who value smart growth.

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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church 435 Peachtree Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30308 www.stlukesatlanta.org @stlukesatlanta @stlukes_atlanta

Tour St. Luke’s Gospel of Glass Friday, March 24 at 10am Saturday, March 25 at 10am INFORMATION

The stained glass in St. Luke’s Church was designed and fabricated over a period of nearly 60 years by some of the world’s leading firms, including the Franz Mayer Studios of Munich, Germany; Heaton, Butler & Bayne of London, England; and the Willet Stained Glass Studios of Philadelphia. The large windows portray the Life of Christ from Birth to Ascension, with a corresponding story taken from the Old Testament in the smaller aisle windows. Through the years, thousands of visitors have been inspired by the beauty of these windows. We would be pleased to share with your group the stories portrayed in this Gospel of Glass. Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: St. Luke’s story is one of

vision, rebirth, and service. The church was founded in the 19th century as a refuge for those fleeing war.

Today, the “little refugee church” remains in downtown Atlanta even as other churches headed for the suburbs.

These two “births” are vital to the DNA of the community that continues to worship and serve to this day.

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St. Paul’s United Methodist Church

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501 Grant Street SE, Atlanta, GA, 30312 www.stpaulgrantpark.org @stpaulgrantpark

711 Catherine Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 www.academyloftsatl.com @academyloftsatl

Tour of St. Paul United Methodist Church Sunday, March 26th at 2pm

From Elementary School to Lofts: Tour the Academy Lofts Friday, March 10 at 1pm Saturday, March 11 at 1pm

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Built in 1907, this granite block NeoRomanesque church was built as the second home to a congregation of over 1,200 members. The large pipe organ, still in use today, was acquired from the Piedmont Exposition in 1887. Tour this historic sanctuary and hear the details of the congregation’s rich history. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: St. Paul UMC has been

the spiritual home for residents of Grant Park and the Atlanta area for more than 115 years. The St. Paul community is diverse in background, religious tradition, and perspective, but together we are strong in the body of Christ.

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Grab a cup of coffee and tour the 109-year-old school now adaptively reused as the Academy Lofts. The tour and time for Q&A will be given by the developer. Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Academy Lofts is a preservation and adaptive reuse project in an historic elementary school near the Atlanta Beltline offering 35 Residential Micro-units, Office Space, Event Space, and Commercial Space.

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Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library 540 Asbury Circle, Atlanta, GA 30322 libraries.emory.edu/rose @emoryrosemarbl

Dare to Explore: Emory University’s Arts and Social Justice Program Thursday, March 23 at 6:30pm INFORMATION

Amid a groundswell of national attention to racial and social injustice, in the fall of 2020, Emory professors and students joined with Atlanta artists to explore how creative thinking and artistic expression can inspire change. The Arts and Social Justice Fellowship was envisioned as an opportunity for faculty members to work alongside partnered ASJ Fellows to embed creative projects that reflect on social inequities into existing courses. This exhibit provides a survey of the work the ASJ fellows and faculty did to help students translate their learning into creative activism in the name of racial justice. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Emory University

Library Stuart A. Rose Manuscript, Archives, and Rare Book Library promotes access and learning, equity and justice by documenting, preserving and making accessible distinctive and diverse collections and records; fostering original research and critical engagement with the past by engaging diverse communities through innovative outreach, programming, and exhibitions.

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StudioPlex on Auburn (Southeastern Compress and Warehouse)

659 Auburn Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.studioplexonauburn.com

StudioPlex on Auburn at The Atlantic/Southeastern Compress & Warehouse First-Ever Historical Tour and Pop-up Art Galleries Saturday, March 25 at 2pm and 3pm INFORMATION

Experience the first-ever tour of Studioplex on Auburn at The Atlantic Southeastern Compress & Warehouse building, featuring a journey through its 19th- and 20th-century histories. Our tour guide will share stories about the people and events that have shaped the building’s evolution, from cotton compress to artist community. You’ll see the National Register plaques for the first time and get a rare look inside the Water Tower with its commemorative mural. The tour will also include gallery pop-ups featuring acclaimed local artists from the original artists community, special guests, and retro cocktails and music. Registration required.

For more information, and to register go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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Sweet Auburn Works, Inc. 228 Auburn Ave., Atlanta, GA 30312 www.sweetauburnworks.com @sweetauburnworks

Guided Walking Tour: The Businesses That Helped Make Auburn Sweet Friday, March 17 at 10am INFORMATION

Since 1906, Auburn Avenue has attracted a dynamic entrepreneurial class. The commercial activity their businesses created helped make Auburn “Sweet.” Come learn about these entrepreneurial pioneers, and the historic buildings that house their enterprises. Tour highlights include the Oddfellows Tower, the Atlanta Life Insurance Building, and the Schoolbook Depository building. Registration required.

For more information, and to register go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: To Preserve, Revitalize, and Promote the commercial and cultural legacy of the Sweet Auburn Historic District.

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The Temple 1589 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309 www.the-temple.org @The_TempleAt thetempleatlanta @thetemple_atll

Guided Tour of The Temple Wednesday, March 15 at 2pm INFORMATION

The Temple was designed in 1930 by Atlanta architect Philip Trammell Shutze. In 1860, the Atlanta Jewish community formed the Hebrew Benevolent Society to obtain a burial group and organize relief for the Jewish poor. In 1867, the Hebrew Benevolent Congregation, now known as The Temple, was chartered as the first official Jewish organization in Atlanta. Join us for a guided tour of this space, learning its history, preservation, and current use. Registration required. For more information, and to register go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Temple – Hebrew

Benevolent Congregation is one of American Judaism’s most famous religious institutions. The Temple prides itself in offering a diverse program of worship, learning and social justice opportunities. We are a Reform congregation rooted in tradition, and blessed with a keen eye focused on the present and future needs of the Jewish people.

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Trees Atlanta www.treesatlanta.org @treesatlanta MISSION STATEMENT: Trees Atlanta protects and improves Atlanta’s urban forest by planting, conserving, and educating.

Grant Park Walking Tour: Trees, Trails, History, and Architecture Sunday, March 19 at 10am

Tree Tour: Adair Park Saturday, March 18 at 10am

825 Warner Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

470 Sydney St. SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 INFORMATION INFORMATION

Grant Park is Atlanta’s oldest park and was donated to the City by Lemuel Pratt Grant in 1882. Visitors will enjoy learning about the park’s trees and some of its historic and architectural highlights, including the Lion Bridge and the Milledge and Erskine fountains. These were all recently restored with the leadership of the Grant Park Conservancy and its many partners. The Conservancy also coordinates with the Parks and Recreation Department to be the stewards for Grant Park’s tree canopy (including its many oaks, elms, maples and magnolias) with ongoing canopy and park restoration efforts. Trees Atlanta and the Atlanta Preservation Center are pleased to showcase the work of the Conservancy and Atlanta’s oldest public park. Tour Docent: Kathy Brennan, Trees Atlanta Docent and Grant Park neighbor. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

Greg Levine, Trees Atlanta Co-Executive Director, leads a tree walk along the streets of the neighborhood right next door to Trees Atlanta’s new headquarters! In 2001, Adair Park was placed on the National Historic Registry. From towering hardwood trees to smaller understories that fill the neighborhood, discover some of the beautiful homes and trees of this historic Atlanta neighborhood. Come see the emerging leaves on trees as they begin to awaken from their winter slumber and many flowering species beginning to bloom. About the Tour Guide: Greg Levine is Trees Atlanta’s Co-Executive Director and Chief Program Officer. Greg has been with the organization for over 26 years and is responsible for all programming that supports the mission of Trees Atlanta. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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Tree Tour: Inman Park Neighborhood Arboretum Saturday, March 25 at 11am

Tree Tour: Exploring the History and Trees of Morningside Sunday, March 26 at 9am

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Stroll through the heart of the Inman Park Neighborhood. On this guided walk through the Inman Park Neighborhood Arboretum you will see many of its beautiful and historic trees. We will pass by historic homes and buildings and discuss the early history of Inman Park and its development. The Inman Park Neighborhood Arboretum is part of seven Neighborhood Arboreta that were established in the mid-2000s through a collaborative effort of neighbors, Trees Atlanta volunteers, and the city. Tour Docent: Lynn Koehnemann is a Trees Atlanta Certified Volunteer. Lynn is a tree lover who has lived in Inman Park for ten years. She is a former planner and geography professor. Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

This tour will explore three neighborhood parks with both interesting history dating from the 1920s and classic trees. Learn about the importance of the community in protecting the tree canopy which helps to provide habitat for insects, birds, etc. Touring a neighborhood is a delightful way to learn more about the special trees, history and explore (or rediscover) the urban forest growing along our community streets and parks. Learn how this neighborhood has worked together to keep green areas by the stopping of interstate 485 in the late 60s. The Morningside Lenox Park neighborhood is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Tour Docent: Susan Slemenda, Morningside Lenox Park resident since 2005.

Retired in 2007 and found a passion for walking and learning about trees. Registration required.

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889 Edgewood Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

585 Sherwood Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30324

Tree Tour: Virginia-Highland Neighborhood Arboretum Sunday, March 5 at 10am 997 Virginia Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 INFORMATION

Touring a Neighborhood Arboretum is a delightful way to learn more about the special trees and explore (or rediscover) the urban forest growing along our community streets and parks. This tour will also include details about the unique history and architecture that exists here, one of Atlanta’s oldest neighborhoods and the hub of local favorite watering holes. There are seven Neighborhood Arboreta that were established in mid-2000s through a collaborative effort of neighbors, Trees Atlanta volunteers, and the city. Tour Docent: Jim Long is a Trees Atlanta Certified Volunteer.

Jim Long is a retired lawyer and 15-year resident of the Virginia-Highland Neighborhood.

Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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Whittier Mills @whittiermillvillage INFORMATION

Whittier Mill Village is a Historic District in the City of Atlanta. Nestled along the Chattahoochee River, the former cotton mill site is now a 17-acre city park. The surrounding mill village is a lovely Atlanta neighborhood of restored homes and cottages with a few newer homes built to Historical Architectural Guidelines. The village and Whittier Mill Park’s history go hand-in-hand, dating back to 1895 when the Atlanta neighborhood sprang up to house Whittier Textile Mill workers after the Lowell, MA-based Whittier Cotton Mills expanded to the South. Workers could rent the neighborhood’s homes for about $1 per week.

When the mill expanded in 1925, more homes were built. Today, the park is a testament to that community resolve and offers area residents and their families a remarkably pastoral green space in the middle of Atlanta’s hustling city. Though Whittier Mill Park is a city park — dedicated as such in 2003, much of the maintenance and ongoing restoration of the original mill structures is assumed by the Atlanta neighbors and northwest Atlanta local residents.

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The Trolley Barn 963 Edgewood Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 www.thetrolleybarn.com @atlbarn thetrolleybarn

Historical Building Tour Open House: Sunday, March 19 and 26 from 1pm-3pm INFORMATION

The Trolley Barn was completed and opened in 1889. One of the few remaining structures from the era when trolleys were a significant form of transportation in Atlanta, the Trolley Barn is an outstanding example of rustic Victorian commercial architecture with its turret, clerestory window, and trussed arches.

This self-guided tour takes about 20 minutes and is appropriate for all ages. Some stairs.

Limited parking on-site and on Edgewood Avenue. Two blocks to Inman Park MARTA Station. Registration required.

For more information, and to register go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Trolley Barn’s non-

profit charitable mission has been affirmed and fulfilled by its all-volunteer Board of Directors as: continuing preservation of The Trolley Barn, service to the community of Inman Park, service to other non-profit organizations and institutions, operation as a public archive, and providing a location where the public can easily view artifacts that illustrate the history of the AESRC and the neighborhood.

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Underground Atlanta 50 Upper Alabama St, Atlanta, GA 30303 www.undergroundatl.com @undergroundatlanta @underground_atlanta @UnderAtlanta

Experience Underground: At Every Level Friday, March 24 at 7pm INFORMATION

Underground Atlanta, the 400,000-square-foot “city beneath the city,” invites the community to experience Underground at every level, giving attendees the opportunity to get a peek behind and below the scenes for a taste of what was, what is, and what will be. Tour attendees will meet at the Peach Drop Tower.

Registration required. To register go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Underground Atlanta has

long been the cultural heart of Downtown Atlanta. In 2020, Lalani Ventures purchased Underground with a vision to restore and revitalize this iconic destination.

With historic roots dating back to the 1900’s, this arts, entertainment, and retail district is a central, accessible space that will house local retailers and restaurants, entertainment and exhibition spaces, and galleries with a special focus on immersive art experiences. With a new and visionary team at the helm and the support and enthusiasm of the Downtown community, Underground will once again reflect and enhance the vibrancy of the city we call home.

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University of Georgia Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Libraries 327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.libs.uga.edu/hargrett UGASpecialCollections @hargrettlibrary

Cooking the Books: Food and Cooking in the Hargrett Library’s Rare Book Collection Wednesday, March 15 at 11am INFORMATION

Join bibliographic coordinator Anne DeVine Meyers as she shows contemporary and historical books related to food and cookery from the Hargrett Library’s collection. Enjoy looking through history and coming up with your own menu!

Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite. com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library advances the research, instructional, and public service mission of the University of Georgia by collecting, preserving, and providing access to the published and unpublished works that document the evolving history and culture of Georgia and its peoples.

The Hargrett Library documents the state’s literary, cultural, social, and economic legacy; and it builds collections of distinction in other areas, including natural history, ecology and environmentalism, history of the book, performing arts, women’s history, journalism and print media, and University history.

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U.S. General Services Administration www.gsa.gov MISSION STATEMENT: The U.S. General Services Administration’s Public Buildings Service division is

responsible for meeting the space requirements of federal agencies, providing sustainable and innovative solutions for design, workplace management and construction. For more information about GSA’s initiatives to preserve historic buildings, visit www.gsa.gov/historicpreservation.

Guided Tour of the Rich’s 1924 Building Located in the Whitehall Street Retail National Historic Register District Wednesday, March 8 at 2pm

Guided Tour of National Historic Landmark Building Elbert P. Tuttle U.S. Court of Appeals & Fine Arts Collection Wednesday, March 15 at 2pm

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The 1924 Rich’s Department Store building reflects the appearance of an Italian palazzo, a favorite theme associated with department stores constructed in the early twentieth century. The building is eligible for listing in the National Register of Historic Places. Rich’s was significant as the focus of retail shopping in downtown Atlanta since the flagship store’s opening in 1924, and as the site from which Civil Rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was arrested following a sit-in at Rich’s Magnolia Room restaurant, leading to his first night ever spent in jail for an act of civil disobedience. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

James Knox Taylor designed the building, which was completed in 1910 and deemed by the press to be “a great step forward in the scheme of beautifying Atlanta.” When the Eleventh Circuit Court of Appeals was established in 1981, it occupied the building, which was renamed in 1989 to honor Elbert Parr Tuttle, a renowned judge. The Elbert P. Tuttle U.S. Court of Appeals Building was designed in the Second Renaissance Revival style of architecture that was commonly used for federal buildings during the early twentieth century.

The building remains largely unchanged, with significant historic features restored to retain historical integrity. Registration required.

For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

100 Alabama Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303

56 Forsyth Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30303

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William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum

Guided Tour of the National Historic Register-Listed Martin Luther King, Jr. Federal Building & Fine Arts Collection Wednesday, March 8 at 2pm

77 Forsyth Street SW, Atlanta, GA 30303 INFORMATION

Designed by prominent architect A. Ten Eyck Brown, the 1933 MLK Federal Building was originally the main postal annex adjacent to Atlanta’s historic Terminal Station. The building’s rehabilitation showcases the granite and marble exterior, Art Deco-inspired ornamentation, and modern, energy-efficient office space for GSA’s Southeast Sunbelt Regional headquarters. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

1440 Spring Street NW Atlanta, GA 30309 www.thebreman.org @bremanmuseum thebreman INFORMATION

At The Breman we are dedicated to making the lessons of the Holocaust and the history of the Southern Jewish experience available to the general public. Our Atlanta museum is home to the permanent exhibition Absence of Humanity: The Holocaust Years, 19331945; the Blonder Family Gallery dedicated to Southern Jewish History; and the Schwartz Gallery, which hosts a variety of traveling and rotating exhibitions. The Museum Library and Cuba Family Archives add to our on-site offerings while The Weinberg Center for Holocaust Education provides a wonderful educational resource for students, teachers, and lifelong learners.

MISSION STATEMENT: The William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum celebrates and commemorates the Jewish experience and universal themes of diversity and human dignity, emphasizing culture, arts, and history.

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Captain Charles & Sergeant John Hawkins, Company E, 38th Regiment Georgia Volunteer Infantry, C.S.A. , 1/4 Plate Ambrotype by Unknown Photographer

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Zoo Atlanta 800 Cherokee Avenue SE Atlanta, GA 30315 www.zooatlanta.org @ZooATL INFORMATION

We have come a long way since opening our doors way back in 1889! Zoo Atlanta has changed dramatically since the earliest days of our Victorian origins, from the fascinating series of events that led to Atlanta’s first zoo, to the legendary Willie B., to the history of our giant panda program. We thank you for being part of the journey — our story is still being told!

MISSION STATEMENT: We save wildlife and their habitats through conservation, research, education and engaging experiences.

Our efforts connect people to animals and inspire conservation action.

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Vaughan Estate Sales & Appraisals & Realtor with Ansley Real Estate 327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.DavidVaughanHomes.com

Southern Photography in the American Civil War: Focus on Stories from Georgia and Atlanta Thursday, March 16 at 7pm INFORMATION

Join collector David Vaughan for a 45-minute presentation followed by a question and answer session. Learn about his personal collection of rare images of Confederate soldiers as he goes in-depth on some of the stories of soldiers from Atlanta and Georgia. You’ll hear about details such as what the uniforms, weapons, and accoutrements reveal about the soldier. We look forward to seeing you in person at the Atlanta Preservation Center. Registration required.

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320 West Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta, GA 30305 www.goodrumhouse.org MayPattersonGoodrumHouse @Goodrumhouse

54 Hilliard St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30312 themadamemuseum

Watson-Brown Foundation

Tour of the May Patterson Goodrum House Wednesday, March 8 at 10am Tuesday, March 14 at 1pm Saturday, March 25 at 10am INFORMATION

Designed in 1929 by Philip Trammell Shutze, the May Patterson Goodrum House was considered to be his favorite project, perhaps due to the free-rein he had over its design and decoration. Upon its completion in 1930, the design earned an honorable mention by the Architecture League of New York, a first for Shutze and a rare recognition by the League for southern architecture. Come for a guided tour of the home and gardens that are currently under restoration by the Watson-Brown Foundation. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

WERD Radio / Madame CJ Walker Museum

WERD Radio and Madame CJ Walker Museum Open House Saturday, March 4 from 12–3pm INFORMATION

The Historic WERD Radio Station is located in the Prince Hall Masonic building.

WERD was the first black-owned-andoperated station in North America. It served as a voice for the people, and provided the platform for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr’s message and logistical information for his rallies. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: WERDSTUDIO

preserves and promotes the History of Blues and Jazz original American Art Forms.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Watson-Brown Foundation, through creativity, diligence, and financial support, labors to improve education in the American South by funding its schools and students, preserving its history, encouraging responsible scholarship, and promoting the memory and values of our spiritual founders.

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Westview Cemetery, Inc.

with Friends of Historic Westview Cemetery 1680 Westview Dr. SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 www.westviewcemetery.com www.friendsofwestview.com @friendsofhistoricwestview westviewcemetery

Where History is Buried: Westview Cemetery Guided Tour Sunday, March 26 at 2pm INFORMATION

Come learn about the lives of many important Atlantans like Joel Chandler Harris, Lemuel Pratt Grant, Donald Lee Hollowell, Asa Candler and Harriett Harwell Wilson High while enjoying beautiful sculptures and historic structures. Tours will include the 1890 Gatehouse and, time-permitting, the massive Spanish Plateresque Westview Abbey and chapel. Prepare to be awestruck by the beauty and many layers of history this site represents.

When Westview opened in October of 1884 with nearly six-hundred acres of land, it was designed to be the premier cemetery in the Southeast. It is still an active cemetery with more than 125,000 interments. Westview remains the largest cemetery in the Southeast and one of the largest non-profit cemeteries in the United States. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: One of the largest non-profit cemeteries in the United States and the largest

in the Southeast, Westview Cemetery has been proud to serve Atlanta and its surrounding communities since 1884 with dignity, beauty, and heritage, while endeavoring to provide services that are within economic reach of all.

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Whitehead Memorial Room 1364 Clifton Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30322

Whitehead Memorial Room Tour Friday, March 10, 17, and 24 at 3pm INFORMATION

Join Raymond Keen as he takes visitors through the Whitehead Memorial Room, circa 1946, at Emory University Hospital.

The Whitehead Memorial Room is in the administrative wing of the hospital which was designed by legendary Atlanta architect Philip Shutze. It features rare wood carvings

by Herbert Millard in the style of Grinling Gibbons and portraits of the Whitehead family. The room was originally a reception area and meeting room for the hospital’s Chief of Surgery. It is now used for special occasions within the surgical wing of the hospital as well as for meetings scheduled

by Emory surgeons. Please note, the exact meeting location will be sent upon registration. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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The Wren’s Nest 1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. SE Atlanta, GA 30310 www.wrensnest.org wrensnest @wrensnestatl

Tour the Historic Home of Author Joel Chandler Harris Saturday, March 4, 11, 18, & 25 from 11am-3pm (tours every 30 minutes) INFORMATION

By exploring each room of The Wren’s Nest, the historic home of a noteworthy American writer, tour takers will learn about the life of Joel Chandler Harris, the significance of the Brer Rabbit folktales in American literature, and trends in Atlanta history encapsulated by the city’s oldest house museum. Registration required. For more information and to register, go to preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of The Wren’s

Nest is to preserve storytelling traditions, cultivate the next generation of readers and writers, and celebrate self-expression through educational and cultural programming.

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2023 PHOENIX FLIES

Events by Day EVENT #

EVENT

TIME

Saturday, March 4, 2023 03

Special Treasures Tour of the Cherokee Garden Library

11:00 AM

03

How to Research a Historic House

1:00 PM

03

Kenan Research Center: Into the Stacks Tour

3:00 PM

04

Old Fourth Ward Walking Tour

10:30 AM

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Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills Guided Tour

1:00 PM

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Dekalb-Peachtree Airport Walking Tour

10:00 AM

33

Civil War Atlanta Downtown Walking Tour

1:00 PM

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Historic Harlots of Old Atlanta Virtual & Walking Tour

1:00 PM

39

Walking Tour of Blandtown and Open Studio

3:00 PM

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Geology in Oakland Cemetery

10:00 AM

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Women's Roles in Downtown Atlanta Walking Tour

12:00 PM

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Paces Ferry Road UMC & Cemetery Open House

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

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Historic Piedmont Park Walking Tour

10:00 AM

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WERD Radio and Madame CJ Walker Museum Open House

12:00 PM

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Tour the Historic Home of Author Joel Chandler Harris

11 AM – 3 PM, every 30 minutes

Sunday, March 5, 2023

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Inman Park Walking Tour

2:00 PM

04

Old Fourth Ward Walking Tour

10:30 AM

28

Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills Guided Tour

1:00 PM

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Walking Tour of Blandtown and Open Studio

1:30 PM

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Michael C. Carlos Museum Sunday FUNday

1:00 PM

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Highlights from Piedmont Heights

10:00 AM

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Pullman Yards Historic Tour

1:00 PM

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Tree Tour: Virginia Highland Neighborhood Arboretum

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Monday, March 6, 2023 03

Preserving a City Block Midtown Walking Tour

11:00 AM

27

The Fox Theatre Guided Tour

10:00 AM, 12:00 PM, 2:00 PM, 4:00PM

Tuesday, March 7, 2023 47

Historic Hotel Clermont Guided Tour

1:00 PM

Wednesday, March 8, 2023 15

Centennial Yards South / Southern Railways Building Tour

12:00 PM

41

A History of Parades in Atlanta Walking Tour

12:00 PM

50

History of Atlanta's First Glassblowing Studio: A 2000-Year-Old Craft in a Century-Old Building

6:30 PM

51

Bearden Temple AME Guided Tour

6:30 PM

53

Little 5 Points Walking Tour

4:00 PM

67

Historic Piedmont Park Walking Tour

10:00 AM

84

Guided Tour of the Rich’s 1924 Building

2:00 PM

84

Guided Tour of the Martin Luther King, Jr. Federal Building & Fine Arts Collection

2:00 PM

86

May Patterson Goodrum House Guided Tour

10:00 AM

Thursday, March 9, 2023 04

Creation of Modern Midtown: An Atlanta Walking Tour

10:00 AM

11

Historic Revival Lofts Guided Tour

12:00 PM

14

Historic Candler Hotel Tour

2:30 PM

45

The Western Heights Baptist Church Evolution: Preservation as a Tool for Community Development

12:00 PM

52

Preservation in Atlanta: Presentation at the L.P. Grant Mansion

7:00 PM

60

Historic South Downtown Tour

10:30 AM

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Friday, March 10, 2023 04

Historic Downtown Atlanta Tour

12:00 PM

08

Wimbish House Guided Tour

10 AM & 1 PM

17

Downtown Fairburn District Walking Tour

10:00 AM

38

Georgia Tech and Atlanta Presentation & Walking Tour

1:00 PM

41

Women's Roles in Downtown Atlanta Walking Tour

2:00 PM

50

History of Atlanta's First Glassblowing Studio: A 2000-Year-Old Craft in a Century-Old Building

10:30 AM

66

Highlights from Piedmont Heights

10:00 AM

71

Atlanta Stockade / GlenCastle Walking Tour

12:00 PM

75

Tour the Historic Academy Lofts

1:00 PM

89

Whitehead Memorial Room Tour

3:00 PM

Saturday, March 11, 2023 03

The Battle of Atlanta Cyclorama: Curator’s Tour

1:00 PM

04

Druid Hills Walking Tour

10:00 AM

09

Tour Georgia's First Roman Catholic Basilica

11:00 AM

19

Clay Cemetery Guided Tour

12 PM & 2 PM

28

Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills Guided Tour

1:00 PM

32

L.P. Grant Mansion Tour & Grant Park Birding Tour

8:00 AM

40

Historic Healey Building Guided Tour

11:00 AM

67

Historic Piedmont Park Walking Tour

10:00 AM

75

Tour the Historic Academy Lofts

1:00 PM

90

Tour the Historic Home of Author Joel Chandler Harris

11 AM – 3 PM, every 30 minutes

Sunday, March 12, 2023

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04

Tour the History of North Avenue

2:00 PM

04

Inman Park Walking Tour

2:00 PM

18

Roswell Historic District Tour

3:00 PM

19

Clay Cemetery Guided Tour

12 PM & 2 PM

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A Celebration of Atlanta’s Historic Sites

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28

Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills Guided Tour

1:00 PM

49

An Afternoon with Alexander D. Hamilton Illustrated Lecture

2:00 PM

53

Little 5 Points Walking Tour

3:00 PM

Monday, March 13, 2023 04

Grant Park Walking Tour

10:00 AM

04

Historic 1856 L.P. Grant Mansion Tour

11:00 AM

36

GaTech Architecture Digital Documentation Showcase

7:00 PM

Tuesday, March 14, 2023 22

Downtown Decatur Architecture Tour

6:00 PM

47

Historic Hotel Clermont Guided Tour

1:00 PM

60

Historic South Downtown Tour

11:00 AM

86

May Patterson Goodrum House Guided Tour

1:00 PM

Wednesday, March 15, 2023 25

Winnwood Apartments Historic Adaptive Reuse Project Tour

11:00 AM

79

Guided Tour of The Temple

2:00 PM

83

Food and Cooking in the Hargrett Library's Rare Book Collection

11:00 AM

84

Guided Tour of Elbert P. Tuttle U.S. Court of Appeals & Fine Arts Collection

2:00 PM

Thursday, March 16, 2023 11

Historic Revival Lofts Guided Tour

4:00 PM

30

The VA-HI Building 1910 to Now: Explore a Virginia-Highland Anchor

11:00 AM

34

Georgia Capitol Faces and Places Tour

2:00 PM

45

The Western Heights Baptist Church Evolution: Why a Conservancy?

12:00 PM

57

Bruno Zupan Exhibition

11:00 AM

85

Southern Photography in the American Civil War Presentation

7:00 PM

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Friday, March 17, 2023

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17

Downtown Fairburn District Walking Tour

10:00 AM

38

Georgia Tech and Atlanta Presentation & Walking Tour

1:00 PM

43

Geology in Oakland Cemetery

5 PM

78

The Businesses That Helped Make Auburn Sweet Walking Tour

10:00 AM

89

Whitehead Memorial Room Tour

3:00 PM

Saturday, March 18, 2023 01

Westside Bike Tour

9:00 AM

04

Midtown Tour: Walkin' Peachtree Street

10:00 AM

04

Reynoldstown Neighborhood Tour

3:00 PM

07

Standing Peachtree Greenspace Walking Tour

1:00 PM

09

Tour Georgia's First Roman Catholic Basilica

11:00 AM

12

Peachtree Heights East Walking Tour

10:00 AM

16

Cemetery Preservation Workshop

10:00 AM

19

Clay Cemetery Guided Tour

12 PM & 2 PM

28

Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills Guided Tour

1:00 PM

33

Civil War Atlanta Downtown Walking Tour

1:00 PM

48

West End Historic District Walking Tour

1:00 PM

65

Paces Ferry Road United Methodist Church & Cemetery Open House

10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

67

Historic Piedmont Park Walking Tour

10:00 AM

68

The Emergence of the Printed Book in Fifteenth-Century Europe Exhibit

12:00 PM

70

Ponce Condominium Lecture and Guided Tour

1:00 PM

80

Tree Tour: Adair Park

10:00 AM

90

Tour the Historic Home of Author Joel Chandler Harris

11 AM – 3 PM, every 30 minutes

Sunday, March 19, 2023

88

04

Inman Park Walking Tour

2:00 PM

10

Battle Began Here Walking Tour

3:00 PM

13

An Afternoon with Robert Burns Open House

1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

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19

Clay Cemetery Guided Tour

12 PM & 2 PM

28

Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills Guided Tour

1:00 PM

59

MARB Special Projects Team Exhibit at the Trolley Barn

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

62

Northside Drive Baptist Church Stained Glass Stories

12:15 PM

80

Grant Park Walking Tour: Trees, Trails, History and Architecture

10:00 AM

81

The Trolley Barn Historical Building Tour

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Monday, March 20, 2023 04

Sweet Auburn Avenue Tour

10:00 AM

Tuesday, March 21, 2023 06

The Rap Map and Imagined Geographies Presentation

7:00 PM

22

Downtown Decatur Architecture Tour

6:00 PM

Wednesday, March 22, 2023 29

Fulton County Courthouse Restoration Guided Tour

1:00 PM

35

Tour of the Georgia Tech Library

11:00 AM

35

Georgia Institute of Technology Archives & Special Collections

2:00 PM

50

History of Atlanta's First Glassblowing Studio: A 2000-Year-Old Craft in a Century-Old Building

6:30 PM

56

Midtown History Walking Tour

2:00 PM

63

Oglethorpe University Guided Tour

2:00 PM

67

Historic Piedmont Park Walking Tour

10:00 AM

Thursday, March 23, 2023 02

Woodruff Park Civil Rights Tour

12:00 PM

05

Atlanta Public Schools Archives & Museum Self-Guided Tour

12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

14

Historic Candler Hotel Tour

2:30 PM

35

Tour of the Georgia Tech Library

11:00 AM

35

Georgia Institute of Technology Archives & Special Collections

2:00 PM

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Thursday, March 23, 2023 21

Caring for This Old House: Common Problems, Practical Solutions Presentation

7:00 PM

42

Historic Howell Station Neighborhood Tour

2:00 PM

45

The Western Heights Baptist Church Evolution: Art and Preservation

12:00 PM

76

Dare to Explore: Emory University’s Arts and Social Justice Program Exhibit

6:30 PM

Friday, March 24, 2023 02

Hidden Peachtree Center Tour

12:00 PM

17

Downtown Fairburn District Walking Tour

10:00 AM

23

Druid Hills Presbyterian Church Guided Sanctuary Tour

2:00 PM

38

Georgia Tech and Atlanta Presentation & Walking Tour

1:00 PM

50

History of Atlanta's First Glassblowing Studio: A 2000-Year-Old Craft in a Century-Old Building

10:30 AM

73

Tour St. Luke's Gospel of Glass

10:00 AM

82

Experience Underground: At Every Level

7:00 PM

89

Whitehead Memorial Room Tour

3:00 PM

Saturday, March 25, 2023

90

01

Westside Bike Tour

9:00 AM

04

Discover Ponce de Leon Walking Tour

10:00 AM

26

Ecology District of English Avenue Park Tour

11:00 AM

28

Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills Guided Tour

1:00 PM

44

South-View's Historical Legacy: The Civil Rights Era Walking Tour

4:30 PM

54

John T. Williams' Historic Currency Presentation

2:00 PM

64

A Walk Through Dellwood and Deepdene Olmsted Linear Parks

10:00 AM

66

Highlights from Piedmont Heights

10:00 AM

67

Historic Piedmont Park Walking Tour

10:00 AM

68

The Emergence of the Printed Book in 15th-Century Europe Exhibit

12:00 PM

73

Tour St. Luke's Gospel of Glass

10:00 AM

77

Studioplex First-Ever Historical Tour and Pop-up Art Galleries

2:00 PM

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Tree Tour: Inman Park Neighborhood Arboretum

11:00 AM

86

May Patterson Goodrum House Guided Tour

10:00 AM

90

Tour the Historic Home of Author Joel Chandler Harris

11 AM – 3 PM, every 30 minutes

Sunday, March 26, 2023 04

Ansley Park Walking Tour

1:00 PM

04

Inman Park Walking Tour

2:00 PM

18

Roswell Historic District Tour

3:00 PM

23

Druid Hills Presbyterian Church Guided Sanctuary Tour

3:00 PM

28

Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills Guided Tour

1:00 PM

37

Historic Harlots of Old Atlanta Virtual & Walking Tour

1:00 PM

58

A Time with Isadora Documentary Premiere

3:30 PM

59

MARB Special Projects Team Exhibit at the Trolley Barn

1:00 – 3:00 PM

64

A Walk with Olmsted

2:00 PM

69

Plaza Theatre Guided Tour

11:00 AM & 12:30 PM

74

St. Paul United Methodist Church Guided Tour

2:00 PM

80

Tree Tour: Exploring the History and Trees of Morningside

9:00 AM

81

The Trolley Barn Historical Building Tour

1:00 – 3:00 PM

88

Westview Cemetery Guided Tour

2:00 PM

Ongoing Events 20

Atlanta Legacy Trail Self-Guided Tour

Anytime

24

Early Edgewood-Candler Park Biracial History Project Self-Guided Tour

Anytime

53

Little 5 Points Self-Guided Tour

Anytime

59

MARB Special Projects Team Exhibit at Oakland Cemetery

During Cemetery Hours

59

Museum of History and Holocaust Education at Kennesaw University

Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

59

Kennesaw University Archives and Special Collections and the Bentley Rare Book Museum

Monday–Friday, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

61

Historic LGBTQ+ Midtown Atlanta Self-Guided Tour

Anytime

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