Phoenix Flies 2026 | A Celebration of Atlanta's Historic Sites

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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 2026 is the 23rd 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.

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he cover of this year’s Phoenix Flies is the Atlanta Constitution Building, located at 143 Alabama Street SW. As of January 21, 2026, it is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the official list of U.S. historic places deserving of preservation. It is intriguing for this building to achieve this recognition while the Atlanta Journal-Constitution ceased producing the printed paper and has gone completely digital. Atlanta is now the largest U.S. metro area without a printed daily newspaper.

The Atlanta Constitution was founded in 1868, only a few years after the Civil War. It became the platform of famous editors including New South booster Henry Grady and anti-segregationist Ralph McGill. It would seem disappointing for such a storied newspaper to no longer exist. Yet the argument could be made that the preservation of the Atlanta Constitution Building ensures that the thousands of newspapers available online through the UGA Libraries database now play a heightened role in this next phase of how to learn and share information. As we debate about establishing data centers and the legacies of our national identity 250 years after the signing of Declaration of Independence, it becomes more and more self-evident that Historic Preservation is one of the best ways to enshrine our mutual accomplishments and national pride by keeping and protecting the best in our city, state, region,and nation. We should equally have the courage to protect the buildings, structures, and places that also show what we hold to be our character and values.

In Act 1, Scene 2 of Julius Caesar, Cassius says, “The fault, dear Brutus, is not in our stars, but in ourselves, that we are underlings.” We are now preparing for the next life of the Constitution Building. It soon will be a place where people live and visit to once again breathe life into our significant and amazing Downtown.

The second act of this building will exemplify the vision of those who looked past the challenges and saw what was best in Atlanta.

Everyone who supports and participates in Phoenix Flies is a steward of what is the best in our city and promotes the culture we present on a global level. It is a Big Deal, and the Atlanta Preservation Center could not do this without you.

Thank you!

David Yoakley Mitchell

Executive Director, Atlanta Preservation Center

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HOW TO USE THIS PROGRAM This program provides a description of each event, including the date, time, location, and reservation details, organized alphabetically by preservation partner or site.

For a digital version or general program updates, visit www.preserveatlanta.com.

All events require registration, which opens on February 20, 2026 at 10 a.m. through preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

Mark your calendar! Each event page includes detailed information about the event and its capacity.

If an event is full, you can join the waitlist to be notified if a spot becomes available. If you are unable to attend, please cancel your reservation so someone else may participate. To provide fairness, we ask attendees to limit their registrations to 15 events per person.

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.

All events are rain or shine unless otherwise noted, so please be mindful of the weather and prepare accordingly. Events are subject to change or cancellation, and we reserve the right to cancel registrations if necessary.

We are proud to provide Phoenix Flies without charge, thanks to the generous support of our sponsors and donors. If you are able, please consider making a contribution to help us sustain this program, with donation options available on each event’s Eventbrite page.

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About the Cover

This year’s Phoenix Flies cover was designed by our Georgia State University Graphic Design interns.

Throughout the Fall 2025 semester, they helped reimagine and refresh the Atlanta Preservation Center’s visual identity, bringing new energy and perspective to our work. We are incredibly proud to support local student talent and deeply grateful for their creativity, dedication, and hard work.

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Trustees & Staff

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

President, Ian Michael Rogers

About the Atlanta Preservation Center

Vice-President, Megan Hodgkiss

The Atlanta Preservation Center (APC) was established as the City’s first private non-profit preservation organization.

At-Large, Amanda Rhein

The mission of the Atlanta Preservation Center is to promote the preservation of Atlanta’s architecturally, historically and culturally significant buildings, neighborhoods and landscapes through education and advocacy.

Founded in 1979, the APC has spent the last 46 years advocating for the City of Atlanta’s historic resources and places. It is mainly through its outreach activities that the APC is able to carry out its mission to educate and advocate for historic preservation. The APC consistently works with government, business and community leaders, and individuals to preserve endangered residential and commercial structures, neighborhoods and landscapes.

Through its educational programs, the APC provides thoughtful preservation education for youth and adults of all ages. Our programs focus on a range of guided walking tours throughout Atlanta’s historic neighborhoods, lectures and special exhibits on history, architecture and preservations issues for adults, and interactive classroom presentations and summer camps on architecture, history, urban planning and civics for students K-12.

David Y. Mitchell

For more information about the Atlanta Preservation Center and its activities, please visit www.preserveatlanta.com.

To become a member, turn to page 92.

Have questions? Call us at 770-398-9442.

Secretary, Jennifer Ball Treasurer, John Williams At-Large, Danielle Willkens

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR BOARD OF TRUSTEES Jennifer Ball Megan Hodgkiss Cecily McLeod Amanda Rhein Ian Michael Rogers Phillip D. Smith April Stammel Kristen Thomas Kendra Waters John T. Williams T. Michelle Williams Danielle Willkens

HONORARY TRUSTEES Bryan M. Grant III Nowland Gwynn

STAFF Mary Budwick Events and Communications Coordinator

Ruth L. Middleton

The Phoenix Flies celebration is an annual program of the Atlanta Preservation Center. If you know of a place that should be celebrated, please contact us at phoenixfliesinfo@preserveatlanta.com so that we may consider including it in next year’s program.

Membership Coordinator

David Y. Mitchell Executive Director

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Adventures Into History 327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 YouTube.com/AdventuresIntoHistory Adventures Into History

Adventures Into History: Documenting Georgia’s Forgotten History Wednesday, March 11 at 6pm INFORMATION

Discussing preservation through documentation, covering Georgia’s lesser known historic sites, and protection of undocumented/lesser known cemetery sites. The discussion of endangered cemeteries in Georgia and the work to document and ensure preservation of such sites. Parking is available on site.

MISSION STATEMENT: Documenting the lesser known and forgotten history of rural Georgia. Bring the fun of exploration in a way to garner interest in historic preservation. And preservation through documentation.

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

Know When to Buy, Sell or Hold’em Thursday, March 26 at 7pm INFORMATION

An informational discussion on acquiring, holding, or selling investments in real estate, art, coins, and collections. David Vaughan is a realtor with Ansley Real Estate / Christie’s International Real Estate. He is a certified appraiser for art, antiques, collectibles, and household contents with the American Appraisers Association. He also owns and operates Vaughan Estate Sales & Appraisals, Inc., specializing in upscale estates. Mr. Vaughan will share his industry knowledge and discuss overall objectives and goals with tangible investments. Parking is available on site.

MISSION STATEMENT: To provide knowledge and awareness regarding owning real estate, collections, art & antiques, and discuss the timing of acquiring, holding, and selling.

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Atlanta History Center www.atlantahistorycenter.com atlantahistorycenter @atlhistcenter

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MISSION STATEMENT: Connect people, culture, and history to cultivate understanding of our shared history.

Special Treasures Tour of the Cherokee Garden Library Saturday, March 7 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. Tour guided by the Cherokee Garden Library Director.

Tour is limited to 15 people; we will be standing during the tour, so please wear comfortable shoes. Check in at Kenan Research Center, inside McElreath Hall, 10 minutes prior to tour time.

How to Research a Historic House Saturday, March 7 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 — guided by the Research Manager and Collections Manager.

Tour is limited to 15 people; we will be standing during the tour, so please wear comfortable shoes. Check in at Kenan Research Center, inside McElreath Hall, 10 minutes prior to tour time.

All events require registration and may be subject to change or cancellation. Attendance is at the attendee’s own risk. For more information and to register, visit preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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Into the Stacks Saturday, March 7 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 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. Tour guided by the Collections Manager.

Tour is limited to 15 people; we will be standing during the tour, so please wear comfortable shoes.

Check in at Kenan Research Center, inside McElreath Hall, 10 minutes prior to tour time.

Preserving a City Block Monday, March 9 at 11am Atlanta History Center Midtown 979 Crescent Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 Atlanta History Center Midtown occupies nearly the entire block bordered by 10th Street, Peachtree Street, Crescent Avenue, and Peachtree Place. In the 1920s, this block was part of the vibrant Atlanta shopping scene.

Tour this block and the remaining historic buildings: the Crescent Apartments, Commercial Row, and the Margaret Mitchell House (where Margaret Mitchell wrote most of Gone With the Wind), to learn about their preservation stories and how the block will continue to impact the Midtown community.

Tour is limited to 15 people; we will be walking/ standing most of the tour, so please wear comfortable shoes. Check in outside of Margaret Mitchell House 10 minutes prior to tour start.

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Exploring Black Atlanta: People, Places, and Events in Atlanta’s Black History Saturday, March 14 at 11am Kenan Research Center, 130 West Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30305 Join Dr. La’Neice Littleton, Director of Community Collaborations, for an exploration of people, places, and events in Atlanta’s Black history. This tour of artifacts throughout the museum tells stories of notable AfricanAmerican figures, locations, and transformative events in the city’s history. This experience is designed to invite participants to consider how the city’s history fits in the larger contexts of African American History, Georgia History, and U.S. History.

Tour is limited to 30 people; we will be walking/standing most of the tour, so please wear comfortable shoes. Check in at the Atlanta History Center admission desk 10 minutes prior to tour start.

The Battle of Atlanta Cyclorama: Curator’s Tour Saturday, March 14 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 1880’s craze for virtual reality helped create one of our great national treasures!

Tour is limited to 30 people; we will be walking/standing most of the tour, so please wear comfortable shoes. Check in at the Atlanta History Center admission desk 10 minutes prior to tour start.

All events require registration and may be subject to change or cancellation. Attendance is at the attendee’s own risk. For more information and to register, visit preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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Shutze, Reid, Olmsted and More: A Walking Tour of Druid Hills Wednesday, March 4 at 11am St. John’s Lutheran Church 1410 Ponce de Leon Ave. Atlanta, GA 30307

Atlanta’s First Planned Suburb: A Walking Tour of Inman Park Sundays, March 8 and 29 at 2pm 889 Edgewood Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30307

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 parklike 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.

Visit Atlanta’s first planned residential development. 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.

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A Celebration of Atlanta’s Historic Sites L.P. Grant Mansion: Tour the Headquarters of the Atlanta Preservation Center Monday, March 16 at 10:30am 327 St. Paul Avenue SE Atlanta, GA 30312 Lemuel Pratt Grant built a three story Italianate structure in 1856 with his first wife Laura L. Williams. The house served as a hospital during the Civil War, is the birth place of golf legend Bobby Jones, and was owned by Margaret Mitchell. This house tour highlights L.P. Grant’s life and contributions to the city, while telling the rollercoaster story of his home and chronicling several chapters of preservation efforts over the past thirty years.

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Flatirons, Fires and Early Atlanta: Historic Downtown Atlanta Tour Friday, March 20 at noon 133 Peachtree Street Atlanta, GA 30303

From Railroads to the Beltline: Tour Reynoldstown Neighborhood Sunday, March 22 at 2pm 100 Flat Shoals Ave SE Atlanta, GA 30316

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.

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.

All events require registration and may be subject to change or cancellation. Attendance is at the attendee’s own risk. For more information and to register, visit preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

1150 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309

Atlanta Studies Network atlantastudies.org

Bridging the Gap: Universities, Communities, and the Museum of Reynoldstown Monday, March 23 at 6pm INFORMATION

Universities are often seen as removed from their physical location, with their global missions sometimes overshadowing local connections.

When they do engage with local communities, they can be perceived as outsiders collecting data rather than as true partners. At Georgia State University, Project Labs are one approach to bridging this gap by creating opportunities for faculty and students to collaborate meaningfully with Atlanta’s neighborhoods. In the Mapping Atlanta Project Lab, faculty, graduate, and undergraduate students collaborate on mapping projects that blend data visualization with storytelling, focusing on the lived experiences of Atlanta neighborhoods.

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.

Atlanta Woman’s Club www.atlwc.org @atlantawomansclub @atlwomansclub

Discover a Chateauesque Gem: The Wimbish House Tour Wednesday, March 18 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. Parking is available at nearby surface lots and parking decks.

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.

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BATL – Battle of Atlanta Commemoration Org., Inc. Tour begins at Burgess Peterson Academy (480 Clifton St SE, Atlanta, GA 30316) www.batlevent.org BATLevent

Civil War to Civil Rights: Battle of Atlanta Tour Sunday, March 8 at 2pm INFORMATION

Atlanta has a unique place in these two important eras of American history and interesting pieces of the story come together in the neighborhoods of Southeast Atlanta.

The tour begins near I-20 at the edge of East Atlanta and Kirkwood with an overview of the battle and its troop movements. As the tour crosses the historic ground it combines stories from the 1864 Battle of Atlanta with the 1964 Civil Rights stories at locations where they intersect on the battlefield. Learn about the people and places that played significant roles in this dramatic history. You’ll visit truly historic sites in a fairly easy, 90 minute to two hour walking tour. Street parking available along Arizona Ave.

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Braden Fellman Group 565 Northside Drive SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 www.bradenfellman.com @bradenfellmangroup

Tour of Abrams Fixtures Wednesday, March 18 at noon and 3pm INFORMATION

Abrams Fixtures is a recent adaptive reuse project completed by the Braden Fellman Group. The tour will explore the history of the industrial complex and how Braden Fellman Group adapted the building into a mix of multifamily residential units and office and retail space. Abrams Fixtures was completed between 1920 and 1968 and was occupied by a variety of manufacturers including the Case Threshing Machine Company, Gate City Table Company, and Abrams Fixtures. Come tour an exciting new addition to Atlanta’s Westside!

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

MISSION STATEMENT: BATL is committed to preserving the stories and battlefield sites of the Battle of Atlanta in the historic neighborhoods on the east side of Atlanta.

All events require registration and may be subject to change or cancellation. Attendance is at the attendee’s own risk. For more information and to register, visit preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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Buckhead Heritage 81 Lakeview Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30305 www.buckheadheritage.com Buckhead Heritage @preservbuckhead @preservebuckhead

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Callanwolde Fine Arts Center 980 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30306 www.callanwolde.org @CallanwoldeFineArts

Buckhead Heritage: Peachtree Heights East Walking Tour Saturdays, March 14 and 28 at 10am

Callanwolde Mansion History Tour Fridays, March 6, 13, and 20 at noon

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Tour the historic Callanwolde Mansion, a treasured Atlanta landmark and former estate of Charles Howard Candler, second president of The Coca-Cola Company and son of its founder. Saved from demolition in 1971, it became Callanwolde Fine Arts Center in 1972.

The Callanwolde Foundation has operated the Arts Center since 1983, serving generations of artists and arts students while substantially enriching the quality of life for metro Atlantans.

This tour will cover the history, aspects of the architectural design, and quirky cultural facts which makes Callanwolde a must visit for anyone interested in Atlanta’s history. Free parking on site.

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. Street parking is available.

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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MISSION STATEMENT: To provide the Atlanta community with premier, accessible arts education, especially to the underserved, while promoting enjoyment of the arts at the historic and inspiring Callanwolde estate.

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

Tour the Historic Candler Hotel Fridays, March 6 and 13 at 1pm 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. Event valet parking is $6.

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Catholic Shrine of the Immaculate Conception 48 Martin Luther King Jr. Drive SW Atlanta 30303 www.catholicshrineatlanta.org Catholic Shrine Atlanta

175 Years at the Catholic Shrine of the Immaculate Conception Saturday, March 7 at 11am INFORMATION

The Catholic parish of The Shrine of the Immaculate Conception predates the Civil War, with the original congregation consisting of immigrants who came to Atlanta (then Terminus) to help build the railroads. Through it’s 175 year history, the church has seen downtown evolve, along with it’s own Community Outreach programs. Join us on a tour of the church building, with historical context for the surrounding streets of downtown, to learn about it’s unique role in the Sherman’s March to the Sea, witness it’s beautiful architecture and religious artwork, and hear about how this parish continues to be a bold voice through their ministry.

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327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

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City of Atlanta chattbrickriverlands.atlantaga.gov @atlplanning

Archeology Discussion and Updates Around the Chattahoochee Brick Co. Site Thursday, March 19 at 6:30pm INFORMATION

The archaeological investigations of the Chattahoochee Brick Co. site are centered on a respectful, non-invasive exploration of the land’s complex history. Historical research and archaeology is led by New South Associates in partnership with the City of Atlanta as part of the broader planning and design process led

by SCAPE Landscape Architecture. Together, these groups will ensure the site’s transformation into a memorial and park is guided by a thoughtful approach that prioritizes the sanctity of the land and the input of an emerging descendant community.

Join us for a presentation to hear from Joe Joseph with New South Associates and the part of the project management team from the City of Atlanta. We will also have some dedicated time for Q&A.

City of Decatur www.decaturga.com

A Femme History of Decatur Saturday, March 7 at 2pm Saturday, March 21 at 10am Saturday, March 28 at 10am INFORMATION

Agnes Scott College, Leila Ross Wilburn, Elizabeth Wilson, City of Decatur Fire Department. From its earliest days, the nurturing ethos of the feminine spirit has influenced the development of Decatur, leading to a built environment that emphasizes connectivity, nature, and public wellness. As the city has evolved, policies have continued to prioritize community building and families of all kinds. Join us as we explore the femme history of Decatur.

Meet on the square at the John Lewis statue. Limited parking available.

We encourage taking MARTA to the Decatur Station.

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Frankie Arnold Stage and Courtyard 15 W. Broad Street, Fairburn, GA 30213

610 Atlanta Street, Roswell, GA 30075

City of Fairburn www.fairburn.com @CityofFairburn @fairburn.city.gov

Sharing Our Stories: Fairburn Downtown Historic District Walking Tour Fridays, March 6, 20, and 27 at 10am INFORMATION

This immersive tour highlights Fairburn’s historic downtown, featuring landmark buildings, cultural sites, and streetscapes that reflect the city’s evolution from a railroad town to a resilient, forward-looking community. Sharing Our Voices centers lived experiences, uplifting narratives from African American leaders, entrepreneurs, faith communities, educators, and longtime residents whose contributions are foundational to Fairburn’s identity. Participants will explore themes of perseverance, community pride, economic opportunity, and cultural expression while learning how historic preservation, storytelling, and placemaking intersect to strengthen Fairburn’s sense of place.

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.

City of Roswell SouthernTrilogy.com @roswellrecandparks

Hometown America Walking Tour Saturday, March 21 at 10:30am 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. Learn how Roswell’s early history sets the stage for the early 20th century, making Roswell the quintessential American hometown.

Tour begins at Historic Town Square, continues down Mimosa Blvd. and Bulloch Ave., and then ends with a peek inside one of the homes. The tour will last approximately 1.5 to 2 hours and is a walking tour. Parking available at Roswell Town Square.

MISSION STATEMENT: To provide our citizens with an exceptional quality of life.

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Historic Clay Cemetery 2026 Saturday, March 14 at 11am Sunday, March 15 at noon and 2pm Saturday, March 28 at 11am Sunday, March 29 at noon and 2pm

Advocacy in Action: Upholding St. Helena Island’s Cultural Protection Overlay Thursday, March 5 at noon

Clay Cemetery Preservation ClayCemeteryPreservation

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Walking tour of the half acre, 200+ grave, pioneer burial ground of historic Clay Cemetery. Illustrates the trajectory of Atlanta in Dekalb history from pioneer settlement to today. This walking tour is on uneven terrain and may be challenging for wheelchair access and mobility.

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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.

Coastal Conservation League @conservationleague

Virtual Event: https://bit.ly/CCLPF26 INFORMATION

A presentation on how grassroots advocacy and community action helped to defeat plans for a gated golf resort on St. Helena Island, a rural Sea Island with thriving Gullah/Geechee culture.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Coastal Conservation League advocates to protect the natural environment of South Carolina’s coast for the benefit of all. We envision a South Carolina coast where wildlife thrives, air and water are clean, and natural landscapes are protected for generations to come.

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

Your Old House Goes Back to the Future Monday, March 9 at 6pm INFORMATION

Homes demand attention. Un-heeded they wither and die. Inspector Dan discusses how to maintain and upgrade your old home to meet upcoming challenges of climate, functional systems, design and safety. Plan ahead or be left behind. Ideas presented are based on building science and 34 years inspecting in Atlanta.

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How Homes Work.

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Crestlawn Cemetery 2000 Marietta Blvd NW, Atlanta, GA 30318 History in Atlanta’s Upper West Side: Crestlawn Cemetery Guided Tour Sunday, March 8 at 2pm INFORMATION

Crestlawn Memorial Park was established as a public burial place in 1916. Situated on approximately 145 acres, replete with rolling hills and established trees, Crestlawn provides a tranquil place to honor the memory of loved ones. The park also includes a variety of blooming trees, shrubbery and seasonal flowers. Adding to the appeal, Crestlawn offers grave sites and a mausoleum with breathtaking views of the Atlanta skyline and other beautiful features throughout the park.

Join us for a tour through the Jewish sections of the cemetery, hearing about residents like Cecil Alexander, Alene Fox Uhry, Rabbi Jacob Rothschild, Herbert Haas, William Breman, Erwin Zaban, Hannabelle Hirsch Goldberg, Sidney Marcus, and more.

Guests should park in the parking area next to the duck pond in order to be at the tour on time.

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

Decatur Architecture Tour Tuesday, March 17 at 9am and 5pm Tuesday, March 24 at 5pm INFORMATION

Learn about the architects and architecture of downtown Decatur. This tour will focus on commercial buildings spanning 1920 to 1970.

Attendees will see a wide variety of building styles from classical to modern. You will walk away with a new appreciation for the historic buildings found in Downtown Decatur.

Parking options include street parking and parking garages. Discount available at One West Court Square.

MISSION STATEMENT: The DeKalb History Center collects, preserves, and shares the wide-ranging stories of the people and places of DeKalb County.

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Druid Hills Presbyterian Church 1026 Ponce de Leon Ave. NE Atlanta, GA 30306

www.druidhillspresbyterian.org

Guided Sanctuary Tour Friday, March 20 at 2pm Sunday, March 22 at 3pm INFORMATION

This English Gothic-inspired sanctuary was constructed just before WW II. This year, see and hear the magnificent recently restored Aeolian-Skinner organ including a crawl into both chambers. Many ranks of pipes were added to complete the original design. You will learn about scholar architect Frances Palmer Smith and how his work was updated to meet the needs of contemporary worship. You will also enjoy a detailed tour of the stained-glass windows, created using medieval methods. On-site parking is available.

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 Edgewood-Candler Park BiRacial History Project 470 Candler Park Dr. NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 https://biracialhistoryproject.org

In-Person Tour of African-American Sites in Candler Park Saturday, March 21 at 12:30pm INFORMATION

Take a guided walking tour of the 1870’s-to-1980’s African American legacy sites in Candler Park. The tour begins at the Old Stone Church, 470 Candler Park Drive. Tours are 90 minutes and appropriate for ages 10 and up. Some walkways are uneven. Free street parking is available on both sides of Candler Park Drive.

No parking in the driveway next to the church.

Online Self-Guided Tour https://bit.ly/EarlyEdgewood INFORMATION

Take the online self-guided tour on foot, by bike, or at home at your convenience.

The online interactive link below will access a website with maps and other supporting materials. Some walkways are uneven so take care if you tour the neighborhood.

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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745 Hansell Street SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

552 Oliver Street NW, Atlanta, GA 30314

Easements Atlanta www.easementsatlanta.org @easementsatlanta

Tour the Roosevelt Historic Apartment Homes Tuesday, March 10 at 1pm Saturday, March 14 at 1pm INFORMATION

Join Easements Atlanta for a guided tour of Roosevelt High School in Grant Park. The school was opened in 1925 as Girls High School and was renamed for President Franklin D. Roosevelt when the school became co-educational in 1947.

The property was rehabilitated into apartments in the 1980s and is now known as The Roosevelt.

The campus is a contributing site to the Grant Park Historic District on the National Register of Historic Places and is protected in perpetuity by a preservation easement. On this tour, we will explore the campus and learn about the history of the school, key architectural features, and Easements Atlanta’s role in the stewardship of the property.

The Ecology District @LindsayStreetPark

English Avenue Ecology District Park Tour Saturday, March 28 at 11am INFORMATION

Tour the English Avenue Ecology District’s Lindsay Street Park, the first “park with purpose” in the country. It opened in fall of 2015, followed

by Kathryn Johnston Memorial Park located on a tributary of Proctor Creek. Learn more about the duality of “parks with purpose” and the triple bottom effect that has been created by this unique park for underserved communities. Parking available on-site.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Green Team of English Avenue’s mission is to cultivate a thriving and sustainable community in West Atlanta by harnessing the power of parks, gardens and greenspaces. We aim to develop, train and empower residents to become environmental justice leaders and green infrastructure specialists. Ultimately driving economic growth and strengthening community resilience.

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 at our website or contact us via email at director@easementsatlanta.org.

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Eternal Life-Hemshech Meet at Greenwood Cemetery entrance 1173 Cascade Circle SW, Atlanta, GA 30311 eternallifehemshech.org

Guided Tour of the Memorial to the Six Million in Greenwood Cemetery Wednesday, March 11 at 11am INFORMATION A guided tour of the Memorial to the Six Million. Understand the architectural design, meaning and symbolism of the Memorial. Built, designed and created by Holocaust Survivors living in Atlanta in 1964. The Memorial was placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior on May 4, 2008. Parking available on site.

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

Organ Concert Tuesday, March 17 at noon INFORMATION Our organ concert will show the qualities and abilities of our updated Moeller Organ. Parking available on-site behind church.

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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MISSION STATEMENT: To perpetuate the memory of the Six Million Jewish victims murdered in the genocide known as the Holocaust; to maintain the Memorial to the Six Million in Atlanta’s Greenwood Cemetery in perpetuity; to use the Memorial to document, bear witness and repeatedly tell the story of this monument and its meaning in the context of Jewish history; to keep alive the memories of the Six Million and Atlanta’s Survivors by building awareness of and observing special events at the Memorial; to support education, research and partnerships with other groups for teaching future generations the lessons learned from the Holocaust.

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3956 Crossvale Road, Stonecrest, GA

660 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta, GA 30308

Flat Rock Archive, Inc. www.flatrockarchive.com

Tour the Flat Rock Museum Friday, March 20 at 10am and noon Saturday, March 21 at 10am and noon INFORMATION It is a guided tour of the Flat Rock Archive Museum at the T. A. Bryant Homestead.

Parking available on-site.

MISSION STATEMENT: Our mission is to preserve, protect and promote the historic landscape, artifacts, and stories of the Flat Rock Community through museum exhibitions, educational programs and community engagement.

The Fox Theatre www.foxtheatre.org @TheFoxTheatre

Fox Theatre Architecture and History Tour Monday, March 23 at 1pm, 2pm, 3pm, and 4pm INFORMATION Step back in time to 1929 and experience the grandeur of opening night at the Fox Theatre.

Your tour will take you through Ancient Egypt and the Middle East as you learn about the history of the Shriner Organization and movie mogul William Fox. See why the city of Atlanta cried out to “Save the Fox!” from the wrecking ball in the 1970s and fall in love with the theatre under a canopy of stars. Limited on-street parking available, pay lot or park in the deck at the Georgian Terrace Hotel.

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441 John Lewis Freedom Pkwy NE Atlanta, GA 3030

229 Bell St, Decatur, GA 30030

Freedom Park Conservancy www.freedompark.org freedomparkconservancy @freedompark_atl

Stories of Freedom Park Sunday, March 22 at 3pm INFORMATION

Join us to explore the Poncey-Highland area of Freedom Park, a hidden gem with a rich history.

We’ll tell the story of the park’s creation, stories of people who lived here and think about the many people who helped turn this greenspace into a park for all.

Today Freedom Park stretches across 130 acres. Join us for a 90-minute walk to learn more about a quiet corner of the park. We will share stories from the 19th century and stories about the dedicated 20th century effort to preserve Atlanta’s intown neighborhoods.

There is free parking in the Carter Center parking lot. Meet at the Peace Bell Tower located near the central circular drive of the Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum and Library.

MISSION STATEMENT: Freedom Park Conservancy is dedicated to promoting the improvement and preservation of Freedom Park for a diverse public.

Friends of Decatur Cemetery www.legacydecatur.org/ friends-of-decatur-cemetery @friendsofdecaturcemetery

Decatur Cemetery Literary Tour Saturday, March 7 at 11am Thursday, March 12 at 11am Thursday, March 19 at 5pm INFORMATION

Join Friends of Decatur Cemetery for a Literary Walking Tour. This guided tour journeys through Decatur’s largest downtown greenspace – a quiet park that covers 58 acres.

Containing over 200 years of history, the lives represented at the Decatur Cemetery are worth remembering. On this tour, we will visit the gravesites of notable literary figures and share the stories behind them.

Meet at the Decatur Cemetery office. Parking is available in the cemetery. Bring your water bottle and wear comfortable shoes. We will be walking on some uneven surfaces.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Friends of Decatur Cemetery is a devoted volunteer group that works closely with the City of Decatur and other community groups to preserve, maintain, and improve the Decatur Cemetery as a historic and cultural resource.

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Fulton Cotton Mill Lofts

with The Stacks at Fulton Cotton Mill and The Patch Works Art & History Center

170 Boulevard SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.thepatchworks.org thepatchworkscabbagetown

Historic Fulton Bag and Cotton Mills Guided Tour Saturdays, March 7, 14, 21, and 28 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. 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. Learn about The Mill’s significant impact on rebuilding Atlanta after the Civil War and how it influenced labor practices in the South.

You will discover a unique gem – the last of its kind in Fulton County – that has withstood natural disasters, abandonment, and, ultimately, the threat of demolition. The tour is all outdoors and will last about 1.5 hours. Wear comfortable shoes.. This is a gated community.

Please use the front entrance on Boulevard and go through the guard gate.

MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of The Patch Works Art & History Center is to preserve, sustain, and maintain the historical identity, relevance, and integrity of Atlanta’s 150-year old Cabbagetown — a 19th-century mill-town community impacted by modern urban development — through exhibits of history, local art, and community-based public programs and events.

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Garden Hills 2890 N. Fulton Drive NE Atlanta, GA 30305 The Beverly Hills Enclave of Buckhead’s Garden Hills Saturday, March 7 at 10am INFORMATION

The Beverly Hills Subdivision is one of the first sections built in Buckhead’s historic Garden Hills neighborhood. With only two main curvilinear streets, Delmont and Sheridan Drive, it included the land for two of the neighborhood’s institutional landmarks, North Fulton High School (1932- Now the Atlanta International School) and Garden Hills Elementary School (1938).

On this tour you will see the exterior of both schools. You will also see several apartment houses, including the Alhambra Apartments, a terrific example of the “exotic” architectural style popular in the 1920’s, and the Beverly Hills Inn apartments, which were initially built as a boarding house in 1929 for WWI widows.

Please park at Atlanta International School, 2890 N. Fulton Drive MISSION STATEMENT: To promote the preservation of Atlanta’s architecturally, historically and culturally significant buildings, neighborhoods and landscapes through education and advocacy.

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Gene Kansas Commercial Real Estate 990 Edgewood Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30307 www.genekansas.com

Elizabeth & Edgewood: A Hidden Urban Oasis in Inman Park Friday, March 6 at 3pm INFORMATION

Built in the 1940s along Inman Park’s historic rail lines, the buildings at Elizabeth & Edgewood once served as small industrial and commercial spaces supporting Atlanta’s growing transportation hub. Today, these post-war structures have been thoughtfully redesigned into an urban oasis, a place where history, creativity, and community meet.

Join us for a short walking tour exploring how preservation and adaptive reuse can bring new life to the city’s industrial past. Street parking is available.

MISSION STATEMENT: Founded in 2003, Gene Kansas | Commercial Real Estate buys, sells, leases, and develops commercial property with a focus on community-building, place-making, and preservation.

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

Civil War Atlanta Downtown Walking Tour Saturdays, March 7 and 21 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.

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

Faces and Places of the Georgia Capitol Friday, March 20 at 1pm INFORMATION

Have you ever wondered about the stories behind the portraits in the Capitol building?

Wonder no more, with this comprehensive tour that tells most of them! Paid parking is available in the lots and streets surrounding the Capitol.

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MISSION STATEMENT: The objectives of Georgia Battlefields Association are the acquisition, study, preservation, and dissemination of knowledge of Civil War battlefields in Georgia.

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

Centennial Summer: Georgia Tech’s Olympic Legacy Tuesday, March 24 at 11am Thursday, March 26 at 1pm INFORMATION

Join the exhibit curator on a guided tour of Georgia Tech Library’s celebration of the 30th anniversary of Atlanta hosting the Centennial Olympic Games. This 17-day event transformed the city through extensive urban renewal and infrastructure projects. The campus served as the Olympic Village and hosted several major competitive venues. See Olympic memorabilia showcased in the exhibit from Georgia Tech Library’s archives. The exhibit gallery is located on the first floor of the Georgia Tech Library Price Gilbert building. Paid parking is available in nearby visitor garage.

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

From Pocket to Preservation: Mobile Phone Scanning for Historic Preservation Tuesday, March 3 at 6:30pm INFORMATION

This presentation explores the emerging potential of mobile phone–based scanning as an accessible alternative for documenting and monitoring historic buildings and elements. By leveraging LiDAR and image-based apps, smartphones can now capture cultural heritage details with promising results, allowing more users to actively participate in preservation practice and better comprehend the principles of reality capture. Through examples from ongoing fieldwork and research, this session will demonstrate how scanning complements high-end workflows, fosters hands-on learning, and strengthens community engagement. Please bring an architectural fragment or object to test as a live demo.

MISSION STATEMENT: Embedded in 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 100 Decatur Street, Atlanta, GA 30303 library.gsu.edu @gsu_library

Historic Harlots of Old Atlanta Saturday, March 7 at 1pm Friday, March 13 at 1pm INFORMATION

Meet up with the tour guide on the corner of Decatur and Collins Streets in the heart of Georgia State University’s downtown campus – at the very gateway of the now-vanished prostitution district. Next, we’ll go inside the GSU Library for a presentation 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. Lastly, we’ll walk the street and transport our imaginations back to those bygone days when sin and Southern hospitality went hand in hand — with tales of madams and their painted ladies (some classy, some brassy, but always sassy), the shenanigans and scandals, the political complexities of the turn-of-thecentury prostitution trade, and what finally brought the Collins district to its demise after a 40-year run. Transportation guide available at https://lib. gsu.edu/HHATLtour” MISSION STATEMENT: The University Library’s mission is to support Georgia State University’s academic teaching, research, and service goals by providing access to quality resources, offering expertise in research and critical thinking skills, and creating a vibrant learning environment that inspires and engages the university community.

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The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation 1516 Peachtree Street NW Atlanta GA 30309 www.rhodeshall.org @rhodeshall

Rhodes Hall Through the Years Tuesday, March 10 at 11am and 1pm Wednesday, March 11 at 11am and 1pm INFORMATION

Built in 1904, Rhodes Hall has been an Atlanta landmark for generations. While it was originally the residence of Rhodes Furniture founder Amos Rhodes, today it is a house museum and one of the most unique wedding venues in Atlanta.

The upper floors of the “castle on Peachtree” are also headquarters for the Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation. Take a special tour of Rhodes Hall and learn about how the building and surrounding area have evolved over the years. On-site parking is available.

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GlenCastle 750 Glenwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 www.glencastleatl.com

GlenCastle Creative Offices Saturday, March 14 at 11am 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. Free street parking is available.

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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 Thursday, March 26 at 2pm 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.

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Hammonds House Museum 503 Peeples Street SW First floor assembly room

www.hammondshousemuseum.org hammondshouseMuseum @hammondshouse

Diva’s, Blues & Memories Collage Making Workshop Sunday, March 8 at 1pm INFORMATION

Artistic Hands on activity for families - ages 10 & up MISSION STATEMENT To celebrate, preserve and exhibit the visual culture and intellectual diversity of artists of African descent from Africa, the Caribbean and the Americas.

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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The Hapeville Depot Museum 620 South Central Avenue, Hapeville, GA www.hapevilledepot.org Hapeville Depot Museum @hapevilledepotmuseum

Hapeville History Walking Tour with Lisa Flaherty of History Afoot Atlanta Saturday, March 7 at 1pm Hapeville History Museum Tour Friday, March 13 at 1pm Friday, March 20 at 4pm Saturday, March 28 at 1pm INFORMATION

Nestled between the world’s busiest airport and Atlanta lies Hapeville a small community on a foundation of immense history. Come visit a depot from 1890, learn about the Candler’s racetrack, beginning of the airport and more!

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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 7 at noon 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.

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MISSION STATEMENT The Hapeville Depot

Museum preserves and interprets the grounds and building of Hapeville’s 1890 train depot. The depot is a symbol of the immense industrial influence in Hapeville and its impact on its people. The site inspires us to engage broad audiences through urgent storytelling, an immersive experience and innovative educational programs that are relevant today.

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Historic Herndon Home Museum 587 University Place NW, Atlanta, GA www.herndon.foundation @herndonhomemuseum

The Herndon Story Fridays, March 6 and 13 at 11am and 1pm

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

Tour Historic Howell Station Neighborhood Saturday, March 28 at 2pm INFORMATION

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Experience a guided tour of the historic Herndon Home Museum, the National Historic Landmark built by Alonzo and Adrienne Herndon—one of America’s most influential African-American families. Born enslaved in Georgia, Alonzo Herndon rose to become Georgia’s first African American millionaire. This tour highlights the home’s remarkable architecture, original furnishings, and the family’s legacy of entrepreneurship, education, and civic leadership. Guests will learn about the Atlanta Life Insurance Company as a modern economic infrastructure that strengthened and sustained the Civil Rights Movement.

Our tour will start at the M-28 Church with a history of the neighborhood, then explore several streets within the historical core.

Previously surrounded by industrial sites, the community is now bordered by mixed-use development and the Beltline. We will discuss the need to balance historical preservation and new development while coordinating with City Planning. As we walk the tree-lined streets of Howell Station, we will note the homes built between 1900 and 1930 and reflect on the lives and occupations of the residents who live on what was then the outskirts of the emerging City of Atlanta.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Herndon Home Museum preserves, interprets, and shares the legacy of the Herndon family—pioneers of African American entrepreneurship, education, and civic leadership.

Through dynamic exhibitions, research, preservation stewardship, and community-centered programs, the museum promotes a deeper understanding of Black achievement and its impact on Atlanta and the nation.

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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Historic Oakland Foundation 374 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. SE Atlanta, GA www.oaklandcemetery.com @oaklandcemetery ocatl

Behind the Stones: Preservation at Oakland Cemetery Mondays, March 2, 9, 16, and 23 at 11am INFORMATION

Join Historic Oakland Foundation’s preservation team for a one-of-a-kind tour of Atlanta’s most famous burial ground. On this tour you will learn about the materials used to make headstones, why they break down over time, and how we care for them. Tour will begin at the front gate. Paid parking is available via ParkMobile in our paved lot at 342 Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. SE. Street parking is also available in the surrounding area.

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.

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Historic Saint Mark AME 491 James B. Brawley Dr. NW Atlanta, GA 30318

www.thebelovedcommunityinc.com @saintmarks101

Preservation Is More Than Preserving the Past, It Also Stewards the Future Saturday, March 21 at 6pm INFORMATION

Historic Saint Mark AME Church is located in the middle of the English Avenue neighborhood, and lies north of Vine City. Old St. Mark AME Church is well integrated into the historic fabric of the English Avenue, Vine City, and Washington Park neighborhoods due to its evolving use as a place of worship, center for community and educational activities, and location of social gatherings. We will have a talk about the value of Historic Preservation and the non-traditional processes that are becoming more necessary and include a reading from Shakespeare.

Please meet at the front of Historic Saint Mark AME / Tour will be offered rain or shine, so please be prepared. Street parking available.

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.

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History Afoot Atlanta historyafootatlanta.com @historyafootatlanta

Hearing More Voices: Women’s Roles in Downtown Atlanta Wednesday, March 25 at 1pm 1 Margaret Mitchell Square Atlanta, GA 30303 INFORMATION

Interested in life in Atlanta for women? 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 with historic buildings as our reminder of the past. Meet in the plaza in front of the Central Atlanta Fulton Public Library. Take MARTA or park in nearby lots. Tour will be offered rain or shine, so bring an umbrella.

Krog Street Stories Thursday, March 26 at 1pm 727 Wylie Street SE, Atlanta, GA INFORMATION

Today the Krog Street tunnel is a busy connector for walkers, skaters and more on the Beltline, as well as a rare opportunity for cars from Cabbagetown to Dekalb Avenue. Join me to learn the history of the tunnel, the meanings of this connection for the neighborhoods and the stories behind Krog Street.

Meet at 727 Wylie Street SE, in front of the bar, 97 Estoria. Look for street parking or park at the public garage near Krog Street Market, two blocks away.

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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Historic South-View Preservation Foundation 1990 Jonesboro Road SE Atlanta, Georgia 30315

www.southviewcemetery.com

Guided by Faith Sunday, March 29 at 3pm INFORMATION

It is a guided walking tour of the 140-year-old historic grounds focusing on faith leaders. Four faith leaders or a wife of the faith leader will be represented by actor portrayals. Parking is available at 1990 Jonesboro Road.

MISSION STATEMENT: To record, interpret, restore and preserve the art, history and environment of the non-perpetual care, historic sections of South-View Cemetery.

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

Tour the Hotel Clermont Thursday, March 12 at 1pm INFORMATION

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!

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Institute of Classical Architecture & Art, SE Chapter

West End History Walking Tour Sunday, March 8 at 11am

130 West Paces Ferry Rd NW Atlanta, GA 30305

@insightculturaltourism

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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. Tour will start at the Hammonds House Museum. Parking is available on-site.

MISSION STATEMENT: Insight Cultural Tourism seeks world peace through tourism.

www.classist-se.org @icaasoutheast

Rediscovering Shutze’s Swan House Saturday, March 21 at 10am Tour Philip Shutze’s Swan House like you have never seen it before. Please join Brandon Ingram, founder of C. Brandon Ingram Design, at the Atlanta History Center as he discusses the architecture of the Swan House through the eyes of an architect. Participants will take a close look at the exterior and the interior, discussing the inspiration and precedent that guided Shutze’s design. A particular focus will be the wealth of interior detail, ornamentation, and finishes. Also, participants will learn about Shutze’s collaborator, decorator Ruby Ross Wood. Feel free to bring your sketchbook and pencil and remain after the tour to sketch the Swan House. Parking is available on site at the Atlanta History Center.

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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3000 Cemetery Street Kennesaw, GA 30144

2529 J.O. Stephenson Avenue Kennesaw, GA 30144

Kennesaw Cemetery Preservation Foundation kennesawcemetery.org Kennesaw Cemetery Preservation Foundation @kennesawcemetery

Kennesaw City Cemetery Walking Tour Saturday, March 21 at 1pm INFORMATION

Since 1863, the Kennesaw City Cemetery has been the final resting place of some of Kennesaw’s most important citizens. During this tour, learn about the Kennesaw residents who have helped create the modern community. In addition, the tour will cover recent updates at the cemetery and some future plans. Parking is available on site.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Kennesaw Cemetery Preservation Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit dedicated to supporting this historic resource.

Through events, the Foundation also works to raise awareness of this unique space.

Kennesaw Historic Preservation Commission www.kennesaw-ga.gov/hpc City of Kennesaw Government @cityofkennesawga

Downtown Kennesaw Walking Tour Saturday, March 21 at 10am INFORMATION

Founded as a railroad stop in the 1830’s, what was once called “Big Shanty” has grown into Kennesaw, a bustling suburb of Atlanta. In this walking tour of Downtown Kennesaw, learn about how the city has grown and changed during its almost 200-year history. Learn about the Medals of Honor awarded for action that started in Kennesaw, the historic structures that still stand in the heart of downtown, the transportation links that have helped North Georgia grow, and unique incidents and stories from the city’s past. Parking is available on site.

MISSION STATEMENT: The purpose of the Historic Preservation Commission is to promote historic preservation, educate the public about the importance of historic preservation, monitor the condition of all historic properties and structures, and review and provide decisions on all applications which involve changes in exterior architectural appearance or exterior environmental appearance within the historic districts.

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143 Alabama St. SW THE ATLANTA CONSTITUTION BUILDING

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HISTORIC BEGINNINGS The Atlanta Constitution Building, located at 143 Alabama Street SW, is a five-story brick and concrete newspaper publishing building with a three-story rear production section. Constructed in 1947 by the notable Atlanta architecture firm Robert & Company, the 95,000-square-foot structure exemplifies the Streamline Moderne style. Built with a reinforced concrete frame, the building’s focal point, at the northwest corner of Alabama and Forsyth Streets, features a rounded façade with horizontal bands of Flemish bond brick and ribbon window openings that wrap around the corner and extend along each elevation. Polished marble cladding defines the base, and limestone bands frame the window ribbons. Despite later renovations by Georgia Power and decades of neglect, the building

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still retains a significant degree of its character.

From 1947 to 1952, the building served as the headquarters of the Atlanta Constitution newspaper, housing both editorial offices and production facilities. Newspapers were distributed directly from the basement level to awaiting delivery trucks, while the paper’s radio station, WCON, operated from a fifthfloor studio and broadcast daily programs.

As the paper expanded, it required greater office capacity. In 1952, the Atlanta Constitution merged with its competitor, the Atlanta Journal, forming Atlanta Newspapers, Inc. The combined enterprise relocated to a larger office on Marietta Street, and the Alabama Street building was sold to investors who leased it to Georgia Power. While the utility company made interior alterations

to suit its needs, it preserved the Streamline Moderne exterior. Georgia Power vacated the building in 1972, and it has remained vacant since.

The choice of Streamline Moderne architecture for the Atlanta Constitution reflected the optimism of postwar America and the paper’s embrace of modernity. Its curved corners, horizontal ribbon windows, and smooth finishes symbolized speed, efficiency, and progress, qualities aligned with a newspaper entering the modern media age. Inside, the curved entranceway, coved ceilings, and rounded paneling in the elevator lobby echoed the exterior’s design.

The building stood in juxtaposition to the newspaper’s former 1884 Romanesque Revival offices, embodying the forwardlooking spirit of postwar Atlanta.

By the early 1950s, the building’s interior began to show signs of wear. After Georgia

Power’s departure in 1972, years of vacancy, vandalism, and exposure to the elements caused significant deterioration of walls, floors, and ceilings. Still, original finishes remain visible, particularly in the entrance and elevator lobbies, where terrazzo floors, marble tile walls, and coved plaster ceilings endure. The rear production spaces still reveal the building’s open-plan layout, while the third-floor Editor’s Office, once occupied by Ralph McGill, retains its original configuration despite extensive damage. Externally, the Flemish bond brickwork and polished black marble base remain largely intact, with limestone trim and entrance details still defining the façade. Although window sashes have been lost, the original ribbon openings and framing communicate the building’s design. These surviving features preserve the integrity of Robert & Company’s vision and the building’s architectural significance.

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PRESERVED ELEMENTS The Atlanta Constitution Building holds exceptional historic importance for its association with Ralph McGill, one of the most influential journalists in American history. McGill joined the Constitution in 1929 and rose through the ranks to become editor-in-chief in 1942. A courageous and outspoken advocate for racial justice, McGill used his editorials to confront segregation, criticize Southern leaders who incited violence, and call for reconciliation and equality, earning him the name “The Conscience of the South.

During his tenure at 143 Alabama Street, McGill published many of his early and defining editorials on civil rights. His writing reached a national audience through syndication, earning him the 1959 Pulitzer Prize for Editorial Writing and, later, the 1964 Presidential Medal of Freedom for his “long-time counsel of racial moderation.”

Although he later worked at the merged Atlanta Journal-Constitution offices on Forsyth Street, those buildings were demolished in the 1960s and 1970s. The Atlanta Constitution Building remains the only surviving site directly associated with McGill’s career.

McGill’s impact extended far beyond Atlanta. His editorials challenged readers across the South to confront injustice and reject violence. In his 1948 column, “The Uncomfortable Southern Dilemma,” written from his office in the Constitution Building, McGill warned that the South’s insistence on “States’ rights over civil rights” would hinder true progress unless Southerners themselves chose change. His thoughtful yet forceful commentary made him one of the most respected voices for civil rights in the mid-20th century, earning the attention of national figures including Presidents John F. Kennedy and Lyndon B. Johnson.

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HISTORIC REVIVAL Although the surrounding urban landscape has evolved, the building’s location continues to reflect its historic commercial context.

Its corner at Alabama and Forsyth Streets remains a visible reminder of Atlanta’s midcentury downtown fabric and of the Atlanta Constitution’s role in shaping the city’s identity.

The Atlanta Constitution Building stands as both an architectural landmark and a symbol of moral courage. It speaks to a time when Atlanta was redefining itself through design and innovation, while its association with Ralph McGill connects it to one of the nation’s most powerful voices for justice and conscience. Despite decades of neglect, it

endures as a rare and irreplaceable link to Atlanta’s modern history and the enduring legacy of its most influential journalist The City of Atlanta acquired the building in 1995, and after more than 30 years of vacancy, renovations have officially begun. Led by Gorman & Company, the landmark will be fully restored and reimagined as Folio House, a new anchor in the heart of downtown.

The first phase will stabilize and restore the building’s exterior, open the ground-floor commercial space, and convert the upper floors into 50 affordable housing units, with a second phase adding 151 additional units on the surrounding property. Through its transformation into Folio House, the former Atlanta Constitution Building will once again serve as a catalyst for progress and community, honoring Atlanta’s past while shaping a more inclusive and vibrant future.

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THE FUTURE The “Old” Constitution Building has been fortunate to have Gorman & Company, Gensler, Invest Atlanta and the Atlanta Preservation Center see that 143 Alabama Street is not just the past, but the future as well.

There will be two phases to this process: Folio House Phase One will restore the original five-story building, converting it into studio, one, two, and, three-bedroom layouts, including 50 mixed-income affordable apartment homes. The outdoor space behind the building, called “The Pitch”, will be activated with food trucks, pop-up markets, and events during the 2026 FIFA World Cup games in Atlanta. Following the World Cup, work will be on adapting the Constitution Building into multifamily residences and the ground floor will be converted to approximately 6,000 square feet of street facing commercial space.

Folio House Phase Two, scheduled for completion in 2028, will add a contributing addition with 149 affordable multifamily apartment homes.

The design will connect to both Alabama Street and Ted Turner Drive.

Atlanta has a remarkable history and with the deliberate and thoughtful inclusion of this amazing building, we not only affirm it — we establish that Historic Preservation is part of Atlanta! 

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“If you could not accept the past and its burden there was no future, for without one there cannot be the other.”

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Kennesaw State University Department of Museums, Archives, and Rare Books www.kennesaw.edu/marb/index.php @ksumarb

Kennesaw State University Campus Tour Fridays, March 6 and 27 at 1pm Meet outside the Horace W. Sturgis Library (385 Cobb Ave, Kennesaw, GA 30144)

Museums, Archives, and Rare Books at KSU Fridays, March 6 and 27 at 3pm Meet outside the Horace W. Sturgis Library (385 Cobb Ave, Kennesaw, GA 30144) INFORMATION

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This tour covers the history of Kennesaw State University, from its founding in the early 1960’s to the present day. During that time, KSU has grown from a small commuter school into one of the largest universities in Georgia.

Throughout the tour, the stories of former school leaders, unique visitors, important buildings, school traditions, and more will be shared. Paid visitor parking is available on campus.

Today The Sturgis Library at Kennesaw State University is home to the school’s archives and rare book collection. This tour will cover some of the most interesting and important items in the Williams Rare Book Museum, and will spotlight several Northwest Georgia collections in the archives. Paid visitor parking is available on campus.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Kennesaw State University Department of Museums, Archives and Rare Books (MARB) presents exhibitions, public programs, collections, and educational services supporting KSU’s mission and encouraging dialogue about the past and its significance today.

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

Preserving the L.P Grant Mansion: Preservation Philosophy in Practice Tuesday, March 10 at 6pm INFORMATION

An interactive discussion exploring site-specific preservation in practice, with a focus on the work done at L.P Grant Mansion. Preservation does not follow a single formula, each project has specific circumstances that influence the application of preservation for each site. In addition to the work Landmark Preservation has done at the Grant Mansion, the presentation will touch on other projects across Atlanta, illustrating how preservation strategies are shaped by a site’s history, future use, and financial constraints. Parking is available on site.

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 including public structures, museums, churches, and monuments.

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Little 5 Points Cultural District www.little5pointsofficial.com @little5pointsofficial

Little 5 Points: A History of Atlanta’s Original, Off-Beat Community Thursday, March 12 at 6pm Sunday, March 22 at 3pm INFORMATION

Little 5 Points (L5P) was one of the first commercial districts outside of downtown Atlanta. This walking tour covers the history and architecture of L5P, from its earliest beginnings in the late 1800’s until the present, with a focus on the community activism that brought about the revival in the late 1960’s and early 1970’s. Tour begins at the L5P Community Center. Street parking is available near the intersection of Austin Ave and Euclid Ave. MISSION STATEMENT: The Little 5 Points Cultural District is dedicated to preserving, promoting, and celebrating the unique artistic, cultural, and historical identity of Little Five Points. Through unique events, public art, historical preservation, and creative placemaking, we will reinvigorate Little 5 Points as the Southeast’s primary counter-culture destination, fostering a vibrant and inclusive community that honors the neighborhood’s legacy while inspiring future generations.

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330 Auburn Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30303 www.lordaecksargent.com @lordaecksargent

327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

Lord Aeck Sargent

Prince Hall Masonic Lodge Tour Friday, March 6 at noon

Martha Teall @insightculturaltourism

Waluhaje: A Preservation Story Tuesday, March 24 at 6pm INFORMATION

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Please join us for a tour of the recently rehabilitated Prince Hall Masonic Lodge. This tour will give an overview of the project including the rehabilitated multi use spaces, with its bottom floors incorporated into the NPS Martin Luther King Jr. National Park. The project was spearheaded by the Prince Hall Masons, the country’s oldest Black Masonic organization.

At the height of the Civil Rights Movement, the lodge was the home of the Southern Christian Leadership Conference and served as a gathering place for community leaders and organizers.

The tour will be led by David Steele and Olivia Hallquist, lead architects of the project. Street parking is available.

The modern brick apartment-hotel building, Waluhaje, opened in Atlanta in July 1952 to provide temporary and semi-permanent housing for Blacks during a period when such accommodations were scarce. One of the first of its kind in the country, the massive structure provided essential community-gathering space during the volatile Civil Rights era until its closing in the mid-1960s. This presentation will explore the history of this symbolic building from its construction to current preservation efforts.

MISSION STATEMENT: At Lord Aeck Sargent, our goal is to create buildings that have a restorative, positive impact on the building’s inhabitants and a regenerative impact on the environment. We have practiced sustainability since the early 1990s and believe in using an analytical approach to optimizing building performance.

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320 West Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta, GA 30305

Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Park www.nps.gov/MALU @martinlutherkingjrnps

Experience the Places where Dr. King was Born, Work, Worshiped, and Buried Fridays, March 6 and 20 at 2pm INFORMATION

The group will tour the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historical Park. Touring the location where Dr. King was born, the community that helped develop him and the spiritual home that provided his foundation. Parking available at 423 John Wesley Dobbs Avenue NE. MISSION STATEMENT: To preserve, protect and interpret for the benefit, inspiration and education of present and future generations the places where Martin Luther King, Jr. was born, where he lived, worked, and worshiped, and where he is buried, while also interpreting the life experiences and significance of one of the most influential Americans in the 20th century.

May Patterson Goodrum House www.goodrumhouse.org May Patterson Goodrum House @goodrumhouse

Goodrum House Guided Tour Tuesday, March 3 at 10am Tuesday, March 10 at 1pm Saturday, March 14 at 10am Tuesday, March 24 at 10 am INFORMATION

Tour the extensive restoration underway at the Goodrum House and gardens. Purchased by the Watson-Brown Foundation, this 1930 English Regency-style home was designed by Philip Trammell Shutze. Walking shoes are advised.

Parking is available only on Arden Road NW. Guests should enter through the service entrance gate off Arden Road.

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 its spiritual founders.

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

Architecture of a Museum Wednesday, March 4 at 5:30pm Saturday, March 7 at noon INFORMATION

Have you ever considered how a museum’s architecture shapes the way we experience art?

At the Michael C. Carlos Museum, architect Michael Graves’ design choices—arches, lighting, and the flow of space—directly influence how exhibitions take shape and how visitors encounter objects in the galleries. This tour will examine how these architectural elements guide movement through the galleries and influence how exhibitions are arranged and experienced.

Free parking is available in the Fishburne Deck after 5 p.m. weekdays and all day Saturday.

Parsons Conservation Lab Visit at the Michael C. Carlos Museum Tuesday, March 17 at 5:30pm Friday, March 20 at 10:30am INFORMATION

The Karen Mariea Madsen Parsons Conservation Laboratory is responsible for the treatment and analysis of the Carlos Museum’s collection. Because the lab is not routinely open to the public, this visit offers an opportunity to tour the space and hear from conservators about their current projects.

Visitor parking is available at the Fishburne Deck and Oxford Road Deck.

MISSION STATEMENT The Michael C. Carlos Museum celebrates world cultures and the peoples for whom they belong. As a department of Emory University, we advocate object-based teaching and research. As a public museum, we are a place of learning, dialogue, engagement and creativity for all.

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Midtown Alliance www.midtownatl.com @MidtownATL

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Midtown’s Timeless Places of Worship Wednesday, March 18 at 11am Meet at St. Mark United Methodist Church (781 Peachtree St. NE) INFORMATION

Nestled among gleaming towers, Midtown’s historic houses of worship stand as quiet testaments to faith persisting through time. This Midtown Alliance-guided walk spans one mile through some of Atlanta’s most architecturally significant and spiritually enduring landmarks.

Discover four remarkable congregations that have grounded the community for generations: Saint Mark United Methodist Church (1903), North Avenue Presbyterian Church (1900), All Saints’ Episcopal Church (1906) & Lutheran Church of the Redeemer (1952). Together, these institutions trace over 440 years of continuous faith, worship, and community service in the heart of the city. Experience how these sacred spaces have adapted, thrived, and inspired believers across generations. Street and paid parking is available nearby.

Midtown’s Historic Adaptive Re-Use Successes Friday, March 20 at 11am Meet at Academy of Medicine Building INFORMATION

Looking deeper in Midtown’s gleaming modern skyline lies a different kind of beauty: buildings have preserved. This Midtown Alliance guided walk explores three masterpieces of adaptive reuse that have been rescued, restored, and reimagined for a new era. In just half a mile walk, you’ll uncover the stories behind: Academy of Medicine (1941), The Biltmore (1924) and the Crum & Foster Building (1927).

All three buildings are now part of Georgia Tech’s portfolio in Midtown. Discover the creative vision, meticulous restoration efforts, and ambitious plans that breathe contemporary life into these historic architectural gems. Street and paid parking is available nearby.

MISSION STATEMENT Midtown Alliance’s mission is to improve and sustain the quality of life for those who live, work and play here. Our staff and partners accomplish this goal through a comprehensive approach to planning and development that includes initiatives to enhance public safety, improve the physical environment, and strengthen the urban amenities which give the area its unique character.

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Midtown Neighbors’ Association 266 11th Street NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 www.midtownatlanta.org

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A Walk Through Georgia History Friday, March 13 at 1:30pm INFORMATION

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Pioneering female architect Leila Ross Wilburn changed the way Atlantans lived, bringing modern conveniences and charming designs that still resonate today. Her plan book business spread her ideas across the country and fueled this fascinating lady’s 60 year career. We’ll focus on two of her apartment building designs, Wilburn House and Chatam Court (now the Piedmont and Third Condominiums) as we discuss her life and work.

As we walk about one mile between these two stops, we’ll talk more about how Ms. Wilburn’s work fit into the larger development of Piedmont Avenue and hear stories about the families, developers, and others that shaped modern Midtown.

Street parking and public parking in the Azure garage at 1026 Piedmont Ave NE.

Join us at the Millennium Gate Museum for a guided tour of our permanent collection on Georgia History! During the tour, you will learn about moments ranging from Georgia’s Pre-Columbian era through to the present day, about some of the state’s prominent families and businesses, and about the role philanthropy has played in shaping Georgia into what it is today.

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: The Midtown Neighbors’ Association (MNA) is a non-profit civic association dedicated to representing, supporting and strengthening the Midtown Neighborhood.

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327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312

M.H. Mitchell, Inc. www.mhmitchell.org

The Role of Archiving for Historic Preservation and Beyond Sunday, March 15 at 11:30am INFORMATION

Historic preservation is dependent upon documents, materials and records being available to conduct research to justify the process of making buildings, structures and spaces recognized as both historic and significant. Yet the constant change of how we archive and what we archive influences what and where we preserve our culture and identity. Please attend this discussion about the process of archiving, the ways archiving occurs, and learn how what you have may influence and improve our understanding of where we are and who we are.

MISSION STATEMENT: M.H. Mitchell, Inc., exists to provide others with the realization that our potential is always anchored in the experiences of past people and places whose memory we refuse to let die. Our past must be purposefully remembered and communicated through altruistic acts of collection and preservation.

Mission: POW/MIA missionpowmia.org/landing-zone Mission: POW-MIA

Born in Atlanta Under a Black Flag: My Family Mystery & the Creation of Mission: POW/MIA Thursday, March 5 at 6pm INFORMATION

Join us for an hour-long presentation with question and answer session of around 30 minutes.

MISSION STATEMENT: Mission: POW-MIA pursues its mission of seeking the fullest possible accounting of missing Americans from all past conflicts through partnerships, research and outreach; by collaborating with like-minded organizations; advocating for families as they S.E.A.R.C.H. for answers; conducting research and investigations to aid in case resolution to end uncertainty; informing and educating current and future generations; honoring the service and sacrifices made by past generations and their families and ensuring the Nation fulfills its promise to “leave no one behind.” Mission: POW-MIA is an inclusive organization recognized for its transparency, determination, and dedication to end the uncertainty faced by generations of America’s POW-MIA families.

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Soccer Gets Started in Atlanta: Exploring the City’s Early Soccer Landscape, 1890-1968 Wednesday, March 25 at 6pm 327 St. Paul Avenue SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 INFORMATION

Using the associated Story Map as the guide, the presentation will discuss the early history of soccer in metro Atlanta, highlighting the teams, people, and places in the city that were associated with the sport from the late nineteenth century up to the arrival of the first professional soccer team in the city with the Atlanta Chiefs in the late 1960’s.

Atlanta Chitlin’ Circuit Self-Guided Walking Tour Online Tour: https://arcg.is/8iXLe1 INFORMATION

Explore the world of the Chitlin’ Circuit on this virtual tour of sites in Vine City and Downtown Atlanta! Using a mobile device, take a stroll through historic Black neighborhoods and commercial centers to learn more about the city’s circuit venues, where Black artists performed during the Jim Crow era. This tour highlights places on Auburn Avenue, Decatur Street, Sunset Avenue, and Hunter Street (now Martin Luther King Jr. Drive). Venues included on the tour date from the earliest years of the circuit in the 1910s to the end of the entertainment network in the 1960s. Alongside the virtual tour, you can make the experience even more immersive by enjoying a playlist of songs from musicians who performed in Atlanta as part of the Chitlin’ Circuit (available through Spotify).

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 www.northsidedrive.org @ndbcatlanta northsidedrivebaptistchurch

Stained Glass Stories of an Inclusive, Inquiring, Involved Baptist Church Sunday, March 15 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.

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-onservice is crucial.

Old Fourth Ward Neighborhood Association o4wna.org

O4W: Explore One of Atlanta’s Oldest Neighborhoods Saturday, March 14 at 10am Sunday, March 15 at 10am INFORMATION

Join the APC as we explore one of Atlanta’s oldest neighborhoods. 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. Street parking is available.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Old Fourth Ward Neighborhood Association (O4WNA) is dedicated to fostering a vibrant, inclusive and engaged community.

We strive to enhance the quality of life for all residents and businesses through advocacy, collaboration, and the promotion of joyous development.

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www.openlandtrust.org

644 North Highland Avenue Atlanta, GA 30306

Open Land Trust Protecting Places and People in Perpetuity Tuesday, March 10 at 5pm Virtual Event: https://bit.ly/openlandtrust INFORMATION

A discussion about the value of land protection, specifically conservation easements – how they play a vital role in protecting the Lowcountry’s remaining significant tracts of land, and how they can help smaller landowners hold on to generational property and other places at risk of losing historic, cultural, and ecological significance.

MISSION STATEMENT: We protect and conserve Lowcountry land forever. Open Land Trust is South Carolina’s first and oldest land trust, protecting and conserving Lowcountry land forever. We work with families and partners to permanently protect farms, forests, marshes, waterways, and culturally significant landscapes through conservation easements and fee ownership. Today, OLT protects over 36,000 acres across seven counties. Our work also connects private land protection to publicly accessible conservation areas, helping people experience the natural and historic places that shape the Lowcountry.

Otto’s Apartment Hotel www.ottosatl.com

Tour Otto’s Apartment Hotel Friday, March 6 at 3pm INFORMATION

Join us for a tour of the former Highland Inn, originally built in 1927 as Wynne’s Apartment Hotel and recently renovated into Otto’s Apartment Hotel — a modern flexible living concept. Explore hidden remnants of the original amenities — a bowling alley and covered open-air swimming pool. Speak with the developers about the difficulties associated with modernizing a century-old building while maintaining its historic legacy. Enjoy zero-proof beverages and snacks from local retailers at The Shops at Otto’s next door, who continue the tradition of home-grown goods and services in Poncey-Highland.

MISSION STATEMENT: To continue the legacy of being a home to Atlanta’s artists, entrepreneurs, and creatives.

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Olmsted Linear Park Alliance Deepdene and Dellwood Park

www.atlantaolmstedpark.org olmstedlpa @olmstedlinearpark

In Olmsted’s Footsteps: A Walk Through His Vision Saturday, March 21 at 10am Sunday, March 22 at 2pm INFORMATION

Saturday and Sunday, visitors will walk through Dellwood and Deepdene observing the topography, plant species, wildlife and possibly spring’s early arrivals in the park. Visitors will stroll though the pastoral park segments of Springdale, Virgilee, Oak Grove and Shadyside observing Olmsted’s landscape while learning about the park restoration in the late 1990’s and early 2000’s and the “lively” neighborhood residents from the early 1900’s.

Saturday: Meet at the corner of Clifton Road and 1712 South Ponce de Leon Avenue; Sunday: Meet at the corner of Springdale Road and South Ponce de Leon Avenue Attendees may street park on South Ponce de Leon Avenue near Springdale Road.

MISSION STATEMENT: 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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Peachtree Christian Church 1580 Peachtree Street NW Atlanta, GA 30309 www.peachtree.org

A Cathedral for the City for 100 Years Wednesday, March 25 at 1pm 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.

Parking entrance on Spring Street.

MISSION STATEMENT: Peachtree Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) is a God-centered community of faith. Our mission is to seek reconciliation, cultivation, and care. We believe that God is larger than divisions, and our fellowship is open to anyone who claims Jesus as Savior and Lord.

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Penn Center Inc. www.penncenter.com @PennCenter1862

Preserving Sea Island History Thursday, March 12 at 6pm Virtual Event: https://bit.ly/penncenter INFORMATION

Since its founding in 1862, the Penn Center has been a world-class organization that serves as a local, national, and international resource center and catalyst for developing programs that promote community self-sufficiency, civil and human rights, and positive change. Penn Center will encourage the development of critical thinking, creative skills, and social consciousness by preserving and documenting history, collecting and exhibiting, and presenting and exploring ideas.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Penn Center promotes and preserves Penn’s true history and culture through its commitment to education, community development, and social justice.

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

Piedmont Park Guided History Tours Saturdays, March 7, 14, and 21 at 10am Wednesdays, March 4 and 18, at 10 am INFORMATION

These tours include an introduction to the park’s vibrant past and present. Join us and discover how Piedmont Park’s rich history is undeniably intertwined with the development of Atlanta.

Together, we’ll explore the fascinating historical and physical evolution of iconic Piedmont Park from forest to farm to fairgrounds for the Piedmont Exposition of 1887 and the Cotton States and International Exposition of 1895, to Atlanta’s premier urban green space.

The tour will meet in front of the Visitor Center, the brick building in front of Lake Clara Meer. Parking available on-street or in parking deck at 1314 Monroe Drive NE. 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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The Plaza Theatre 1049 Ponce de Leon Avenue Atlanta, GA 30306 www.plazaatlanta.com @plazaatlanta

Atlanta’s Oldest Operating Cinema: Tour the Plaza Theatre Thursday, March 26 at 10am 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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Pitts Theology Library at Emory University 1531 Dickey Drive, Suite 560, Atlanta, GA 30322 pitts.emory.edu @pittslibrary

William Tyndale and 500 Years of the English New Testament Saturday, March 14 at 11am INFORMATION

Five hundred years ago, a small book printed in Germany was smuggled across the English Channel and changed the English-speaking world forever. More important than the poetic language, though, was the theological act of opening the text of the New Testament to the common reader. William Tyndale’s translation of the New Testament, and his subsequent translation of major portions of the Old Testament, was a theological act of defiance.

This exhibition celebrates Tyndale’s act by showcasing some of the most significant Bibles ever printed. These include the Latin, Greek, and German Bibles that inspired Tyndale and served as his sources, early printings of his English translations, and the major English Bibles that have adopted and adapted his work over the centuries. In addition, the exhibition gathers the few extant sources that tell who Tyndale was, how he accomplished his work, and the many controversies that his English translation set off.

MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of 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 Candler School of Theology, Emory University, and the public.

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3612 Paces Ferry Road NW Atlanta, GA 30327

75 Ponce de Leon Avenue NE Atlanta, GA 30308

Pleasant Hill Cemetery: An Iconic Church and a Historic 300-Year-Old Tree Saturdays, March 14 and 28 at 10am

Lecture and Guided Tour Sunday, March 15 at 1pm

Pleasant Hill Cemetery Association www.pleasanthillpacescemetery.com

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Docents will share the story of Pleasant Hill Cemetery c.1896, one of more than seventy burial grounds in the City of Atlanta on less than an acre, the adjacent church, a rare extant example of Southern vernacular architecture built c. 1890 and the Post Oak tree in front which dates to 1730 +/- 10 years and is documented as one of the oldest trees in Atlanta.

The property was transferred in the 1821 Treaty of Indian Springs to the United States by the Creek Nation. Parking available on-site.

Ponce Condominium Association www.poncecondo.com

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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.

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www.postandcourier.com/beaufort-county

78 Peachtree Cir NE Atlanta, GA 30309

The Post and Courier Beaufort County Reporting On Conservation and Development Tuesday, March 17 at 5:30pm Virtual Event: https://bit.ly/postandcourierBC INFORMATION

A discussion of the challenges of balancing increasing growth pressures with the conservation and preservation of open space and natural resources and the role that media plays in that balancing act. We’ll discuss development projects, conservation initiatives and the increasing role residents play in determining outcomes in the struggle between these opposing objections.

MISSION STATEMENT: We are committed to delivering meaningful, accurate, and impartial journalism to a statewide audience, providing readers with the information they need to be engaged with their communities while holding public officials accountable for their actions.

Randolph-Lucas-Jones House Friends of the Randolph Lucas House

Tour of the Randolph-Lucas-Jones House Saturday, March 7 at 10am and 2pm INFORMATION

The Randolph–Lucas–Jones House is a 101-year-old Georgian Revival landmark with a remarkable preservation story. Originally built in 1924 at Peachtree Road and Lindbergh Drive, the home faced demolition before being dramatically relocated to Ansley Park in November 2013 through the vision and determination of the late preservation advocate Christopher M. Jones and his husband, Roger Smith. This tour highlights the home’s architectural significance, its meticulous restoration, and its recent landmark designation. Visitors will also learn how this house continues to serve as a living example of what preservation makes possible in Atlanta.

Parking available on Peachtree Circle. Please abide by parking regulations posted in the neighborhood

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Resthaven Cemetery 1680 Westview Dr. SW, Atlanta, GA 30310 www.westviewcemetery.com

Rediscovering Rest Haven: Westview Cemetery’s Historically Black Section Wednesday, March 25 at 2pm INFORMATION

Explore Rest Haven, Westview Cemetery’s historic black burial ground. Located in the southeastern corner of the cemetery, its several acres were designed so that graves were clustered around three avenues: East Haven, Central and West Haven.

The opening in 1886 of the historically black South-View Cemetery in Atlanta drastically affected sales within Rest Haven. Yet despite the competition, burials continued infrequently into the later part of the 20th century.

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.

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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Rhana Wheeler 327 St Paul Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 www.wordsbyrhana.com

Book Talk: Ghosts of Atlanta Cultural Gentrification of Atlanta’s West End Wednesday, March 4 at 7pm INFORMATION

Join Dr. Rhana Wheeler, professor at Oglethorpe University, as she explores the cultural displacement facing Atlanta’s Black community in the West End due to gentrification. This presentation will cover the tensions between Atlanta’s rich legacy as a center of Black political and economic power, and the reality of the cultural erasure of historically Black sites of memory. By amplifying the voices of those striving to preserve their heritage and assert their belonging, Dr. Wheeler encourages everyone to consider the effects of cultural gentrification and explore ways to foster a more inclusive Atlanta for all.

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South Downtown Atlanta 233 Mitchell St SW, Atlanta, GA 30303 www.southdowntownatl.com @southdowntownatl

South Downtown Atlanta Tuesday, March 10th at 10am Thursday, March 19th at 10am INFORMATION

Join fellow curious Atlantans for a walking tour across ten blocks of South Downtown Atlanta.

Join the South Downtown ATL team for a walk discussing the buildings in the South Downtown portfolio. We will share fascinating stories of the neighborhood’s rich history and explore the businesses that flourished and stumbled throughout the 20th century. We’ll begin our tour at Spiller Park Coffee for those who’d like to grab a coffee before we walk through the neighborhood.

The tour will conclude with a quick Q&A session featuring a South Downtown team member directly involved in the area’s 21st-century revitalization.”.

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435 Peachtree Street NE Atlanta, GA 30308

501 Grant Street SE, Atlanta, GA, 30312

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church www.stlukesatlanta.org @stlukesatlanta

St. Luke’s Gospel of Glass and Music Fridays, March 13 and 20 at 10am INFORMATION

With its floor-to-ceiling stained glass, towering organ and historic Good Shepherd mural, St. Luke’s Church is considered one of the most breathtaking churches in the country. The large stained-glass windows — designed and fabricated over 60 years by some of the world’s leading firms — portray the Life of Jesus from Birth to Ascension, with a corresponding story taken from the Old Testament in the smaller aisle windows. The Alston Memorial Pipe Organ, commissioned in 1963, is a creation to behold with its nearly 5,000 pipes and a soul-stirring sound. Through the years, thousands of visitors have been inspired by the beauty of these windows and the music of the organ. We would be pleased to share with you the stories portrayed in this Gospel of Glass and an introduction to the

by St. Luke’s music staff. Parking lot across the street from St. Luke’s.

MISSION STATEMENT: Praying, singing and working together to love God and our neighbor.

St. Paul United Methodist Church www.stpaulgrantpark.org @stpaulgrantpark

Tour of St. Paul United Methodist Church Saturday, March 21 at 10am Sunday, March 22 at 3pm INFORMATION

Built in 1906-07, the granite block NeoRomanesque church was built as the second home to a congregation of over 1,200 members. By 1912, the church had grown to be the largest congregation in Southern Methodism with over 2,200 members. The 1,012-pipe John Brown/ M.P. Moller organ — still in use today — was brought to Atlanta for the Piedmont Exposition in 1887 before being acquired by the church, and the fabulous “Resurrection” stained glass window was once described as “unsurpassed among Atlanta churches in beauty of message, color, and design.” A docent presentation on the history of the building and congregation will be followed by an informal tour of the sanctuary.

Easy street parking is available.

MISSION STATEMENT: St. Paul UMC makes disciples of Jesus Christ for the transformation of the world.

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Fulton County Central Library One Margaret Mitchell Square Atlanta, GA 30303

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Stories of Atlanta www.soatl.org

@storiesofatlanta

Stories of Atlanta Scavenger Hunt Saturday, March 7 at 10am

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

Tour the Academy Lofts Saturday, March 7 at 10am INFORMATION

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Challenge your sleuthing abilities by following clues to discover the answers to a series of questions about the Stories of Atlanta, and then gather at Atlanta’s Central Library to see how well you know downtown Atlanta. Orientation and dissemination of clues will take place on the plaza in front of the Central Library. Attendees will be divided into self-guided groups of 10, given 8 clues that need answering and allowed 45 minutes to collect the answers.

At the expiration of time, attendees will return to the Central Library and gather for a presentation revealing the correct answers, and a discussion of their historical significance.

In case of inclement weather, Stories of Atlanta will substitute a presentation about the history of downtown Atlanta.

Grab a cup of coffee and tour the 109-year-old former George Adair School, now adaptively reused as the Academy Lofts. Street parking is available.

MISSION STATEMENT: To foster a shared sense of community and nurture a feeling of belonging by making the history of the City of Atlanta readily available, easily consumable, and entertaining.

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659 Auburn Ave. NE, #208 Atlanta, GA 30312

101 Auburn Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30312

StudioPlex on Auburn www.studioplexonauburn.com @studioplex_on_auburn

StudioPlex on Auburn at The Atlantic/ Southeastern Compress & Warehouse Historical Tour Sundays, March 8 and 22 at noon INFORMATION

Step into the rich tapestry of history at Studioplex on Auburn, housed in the iconic Atlantic Southeastern Compress & Warehouse building. Join us for a captivating journey spanning the 19th and 20th centuries, as we explore the transformation from a bustling cotton compress to a vibrant artist haven and its modern-day significance.

Led by our passionate guides, you’ll uncover fascinating stories of the people and pivotal moments that have shaped the building’s legacy.

From National Register plaques to a rare peek inside the historic Water Tower, complete with a striking commemorative mural, this tour promises to unveil hidden gems and forgotten tales.

Limited street parking and paid parking available at 667 Auburn.

Sweet Auburn Works www.sweetauburnworks.com @sweetauburnworks

The Businesses That Made Auburn Sweet Friday, March 27 at 10am INFORMATION

We will tour Auburn Avenue east of Downtown, stopping long the way infront of historic buildings that once housed storied commercial enterprises of Atlanta’s mid twentieth century Black business community. On-street parking available, as well as surface lots nearby.

MISSION STATEMENT: To preserve, revitalize, and promote the commercial and cultural legacy of the Sweet Auburn Historic District.

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MISSION STATEMENT: To preserve the history, spirit and structure of the former Atlantic Southeastern Compress & Warehouse and Studioplex Artist Community.

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1589 Peachtree St., Atlanta, GA 30309

Tara Theatre www.taraatlanta.com

Tour of the Tara Theatre Friday, March 20 at 10am INFORMATION

The TARA Theater occupies a fond place in the hearts of those that love indie, arthouse and foreign films.

While it may not have the modern trappings of some newer theaters, and the glamour of a 100-year-old theatre, it is a mid-century shrine to cinema. Come and see the TARA Theatre and experience where seeing different movies can make you both a better person and appreciate Atlanta more.

The Temple www.the-temple.org TheTempleAtlanta @thetemple_atll

Tour of The Temple Wednesday, March 25 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. On-site parking available.

MISSION STATEMENT: Inspiring lives,

transforming our world.

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963 Edgewood Ave. NE, Atlanta, GA 30307

Temple Kol Emeth www.atljewishandinterfaithweddings.com

Exonerating Leo Frank: Justice Delayed is Justice Denied Monday, March 16 at 6:30pm INFORMATION

The Trolley Barn www.thetrolleybarn.com thetrolleybarn

Historical Building Tour Sundays, March 15 and 22 at 2pm INFORMATION

Dostoyevsky wrote in Crime and Punishment: “Pain and suffering are always inevitable for a large intelligence and a deep heart.” Rabbi Steven Lebow will discuss the process of his work to bring light to injustice, and to welcome others — irrespective of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, and gender — and the importance of giving and what it can produce.

Rabbi Emeritus Steven Lebow became the first full-time spiritual leader of Temple Kol Emeth when he moved to Marietta in the summer of 2019. Parking available on-site.

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.

MISSION STATEMENT: Temple Kol Emeth is home to an inclusive and diverse Jewish congregation that respects individuality while lifting the voices of its members to strengthen the greater community.

MISSION STATEMENT: The Trolley Barn’s nonprofit 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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Trees Atlanta www.treesatlanta.org

@treesatlanta

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

Tree Tour: Trees, Trails, History and Architecture of Grant Park Sunday, March 8 at 10am Loomis Street Entrance 468 Sydney Street SE, Atlanta, GA 30312 INFORMATION

Join Trees Atlanta and the Atlanta Preservation Society for a tree tour in Grant Park.

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 fountain, both recently restored by the Grant Park Conservancy. The Conservancy also cares for the 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 partner with the Conservancy to support their work in the park.

Please meet at the picnic tables at the Loomis Street entrance on the north end of the park (across from 468 Sydney St. NE).

Street parking is available.

Tree Tour: Inman Park Neighborhood Arboretum Saturday, March 28 at 10am 889 Edgewood Ave NE Atlanta, GA 30307 INFORMATION

In this Phoenix Flies tree tour, you’ll walk through the heart of the Inman Park neighborhood, see majestic old trees and understory street trees, and learn about the early history of Inman Park and the land it was built upon.

Inman Park was Atlanta’s first planned residential suburb and the location of the first electric trolley in Atlanta. Created in 1888, Inman Park was built on a farm where one of the final four battles of the Atlanta Campaign was fought.

The Inman Park Neighborhood Arboretum is part of seven Neighborhood Arboreta that were established in mid-2000’s through a collaborative effort of neighbors, Trees Atlanta volunteers, and the city.

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

Tree Tour: Cabbagetown Neighborhood Arboretum Sunday, March 29, 2026 at 1pm 701 Kirkwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316 INFORMATION

Join Trees Atlanta Executive Director, Greg Levine, to learn about the unique urban forest in the historic Cabbagetown neighborhood. Trees Atlanta has been planting hundreds of trees in this neighborhood every year for the past thirty years including replanting after a tornado came through in July 2008. The neighborhood has been a strong supporter of increasing canopy coverage in the through the addition of canopy trees. Cabbagetown community members created the Cabbagetown Arboretum and chose to honor the heritage of the neighborhood by featuring trees of Appalachia.

Meet at Cabbagetown Park at “The Herd” Sculpture, 701 Kirkwood Ave SE, Atlanta, GA 30316. Carpooling and biking is highly encouraged. Extremely limited street parking is available on neighborhood streets. The Inman Park MARTA station and several bus routes are nearby.

City Beneath the Streets: A Historic Entertainment District Friday, March 27 at 6pm INFORMATION

Please join us at the Peach Drop Tower for this walking tour of Underground Atlanta.

Tour will begin promptly at 6:15pm. For ADA assistance, please email us beforehand at events@undergroundatl.com.

MISSION STATEMENT: Underground Atlanta is reimagining a historic Atlanta site with art, culture, and entertainment.

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Landmark Uptown Theatre Corp. uptowntheatre.com

The Uptown Theatre

The Uptown: Chicago’s Endangered Movie Palace Wednesday, March 18 at 7pm Virtual Event: https://bit.ly/uptownchicago INFORMATION

Authors Robert Loerzel and James A. Pierce will talk about their new book on the history of Chicago’s Uptown Theatre, which opened 100 years ago. One of America’s largest and most lavish movie palaces, it’s been vacant and unused for more than 40 years. Their book offers a look inside the building, gathering the work of a dozen contemporary photographers with vintage blueprints, renderings, programs, and iconic photographs. As they offer their insights into the building’s past and potential, Loerzel and Pierce will share views of the Uptown throughout its ten decades, and talk with David Yoakley Mitchell, Atlanta Preservation Center’s executive director, about movie palace restorations.

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Verity Works www.verityworksco.com @verityworksco

Intro to the National Register Process for Property Owners Fridays, March 6 and 20 at 10am Virtual Event: https://bit.ly/verityworks INFORMATION

Have you ever wondered how to formally recognize the importance of a historic property, site, or neighborhood? The National Register of Historic Places is the federal recognition of significant historic properties. Listing on the National Register is a formal process that requires considerable documentation, research, and synthesizing of larger themes. This discussion will outline the basic requirements and process for listing on the National Register through local recent Atlanta National Register nominations.

MISSION STATEMENT: To help preserve and reopen Chicago’s Uptown Theatre.

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Westview Cemetery, Inc. 1680 Westview Dr. SW, Atlanta, GA 30310

www.westviewcemetery.com www.friendsofwestview.com westviewcemetery @friendsofhistoricwestview

Largest Civilian Cemetery in the Southeast: Westview by Bus Monday, March 9 at 2pm Tuesday, March 10 at 2pm

Where History is Buried: Westview Cemetery Guided Tour Sunday, March 29 at 2pm

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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, timepermitting, 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.

Bus tour: 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.

INFORMATION

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.

NR All events require registration and may be subject to change or cancellation. Attendance is at the attendee’s own risk. For more information and to register, visit preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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WERD Radio / Madame CJ Walker Museum 54 Hilliard St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30312

www.madamecjwalkermuseum.com WERDStudioATL

WERD Radio and Madame CJ Walker Museum Walking Tour Saturdays, 11am-2pm Sundays, 11am-2pm INFORMATION

The Historic WERD Radio Station is located in the Prince Hall Masonic building. WERD was the first black-owned-and-operated radio 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.

MISSION STATEMENT: WERDSTUDIO preserves and promotes these two legacies.

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Whitehead Memorial Room 1364 Clifton Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30322 Whitehead Memorial Room Tour Fridays, March 6, 13, and 20 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. Park across Clifton Road from Emory University Hospital.

Don’t forget to tag your photos with #PhoenixFlies and make sure to share with us @PreserveAtl on social media!

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1050 Ralph David Abernathy Blvd. SE Atlanta, GA 30310

810 Flat Shoals Avenue SE Atlanta, GA 30316

The Wren’s Nest www.wrensnest.org wrensnest @wrensnestatl

Tours and Tales at the Nest Saturdays, March 7 and 21 at 11am INFORMATION

Visitors will be guided on a tour of each room of the Victorian home of noteworthy American writer Joel Chandler Harris, exploring the complicated legacy of the Brer Rabbit tales, Harris’ writings and the significance of their place in American literature as well as trends in Atlanta history all encapsulated by the city’s oldest house museum.

Visitors will also be offered the opportunity to purchase discounted tickets to the storytelling session on the same day. Parking available on site.

Zuber-Jarrell House Zuber-Jarrell House Work-In-Progress Tour Sunday, March 29 at 2pm and 3pm INFORMATION

The Zuber-Jarrell House, built in 1906 by lumber wholesaler, John William Zuber, has been undergoing meticulous restoration since 2004 with plans for completion by end of 2026. The tour will provide an overview of the history of the home, restoration to date and insight into the remaining work. The home, situated on over two acres with 120-year old Linden trees listed as “Champion Trees” by Trees Atlanta, will be available for attendees to tour, as well.

Please wear flat soled shoes to prevent damage to wood floors and park on Pasley Ave. NR

MISSION STATEMENT: The mission of The Wren’s Nest is to preserve our significant historic site, champion storytelling, and cultivate readers and writers through educational and cultural programming.

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All events require registration and may be subject to change or cancellation. Attendance is at the attendee’s own risk. For more information and to register, visit preserveatl.eventbrite.com.

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Events by Day EVENT #

EVENT

START TIME

Monday, March 2, 2026 48

Behind the Stones: Preservation at Oakland Cemetery

11:00 AM

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 63

Goodrum House Guided Tour

10:00 AM

38

From Pocket To Preservation: Mobile Phone Scanning For Historic Preservation

6:30 PM

Wednesday, March 4, 2026 78

Piedmont Park Guided History Tours

10:00 AM

4

Shutze, Reid, Olmsted and More: A Walking Tour of Druid Hills

11:00 AM

64

Architecture of a Museum

5:30 PM

86

Book Talk: Ghosts of Atlanta Cultural Gentrification of Atlanta's West End

7:00 PM

Thursday, March 5, 2026 18

Advocacy in Action: Upholding St. Helena Island's Cultural Protection Overlay

noon

69

Born in Atlanta Under a Black Flag: My Family Mystery & The Creation of Mission: POW/MIA

6:00 PM

Friday, March 6, 2026 101

Intro to the National Register Process for Property Owners

10:00 AM

15

Sharing Our Stories Fairburn Downtown Historic District Walking Tour

10:00 AM

46

The Herndon Story

11:00 AM

10

Callanwolde Mansion History Tour

noon

60

Prince Hall Masonic Lodge Tour

noon

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57

Kennesaw State University Campus Tour

1:00 PM

46

The Herndon Story

1:00 PM

11

Tour the Historic Candler Hotel

1:00 PM

62

Experience the Places Where Dr. King was Born, Work, Worshiped, and Buried

2:00 PM

34

Elizabeth & Edgewood: A Hidden Urban Oasis in Inman Park

3:00 PM

57

Museums, Archives, and Rare Books at KSU

3:00 PM

74

Tour Otto's Apartment Hotel

3:00 PM

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Whitehead Memorial Room Tour

3:00 PM

Saturday, March 7, 2026 90

Stories of Atlanta Scavenger Hunt

10:00 AM

8

Tour the Academy Lofts

10:00 AM

78

Piedmont Park Guided History Tours

10:00 AM

33

The Beverly Hills Enclave of Buckhead's Garden Hills

10:00 AM

84

Tour of the Randolph-Lucas-Jones House

10:00 AM

3

Kenan Research Center: Special Treasures Tour of the Cherokee Garden Library

11:00 AM

31

Decatur Cemetery Literary Tour

11:00 AM

105

Tours and Tales at the Nest

11:00 AM

12

175 Years at the Catholic Shrine of the Immaculate Conception

11:00 AM

103

Open House: Preserve, Promote, Inspire

11:00 AM

64

Architecture of a Museum

noon

45

Tour the Healey Building

noon

44

Hapeville History Walking Tour with Lisa Flaherty of History Afoot Atlanta

1:00 PM

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Saturday, March 7, 2026 35

Civil War Atlanta Downtown Walking Tour

1:00 PM

3

Kenan Research Center: How to Research a Historic House

1:00 PM

32

Historic Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills Guided Tour

1:00 PM

39

Historic Harlots of Old Atlanta

1:00 PM

14

A Femme History of Decatur

2:00 PM

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Tour of the Randolph-Lucas-Jones House

2:00 PM

3

Kenan Research Center: Into the Stacks

3:00 PM

Sunday, March 8, 2026 98

Phoenix Flies Tree Tour: Trees, Trails, History and Architecture of Grant Park

10:00 AM

53

West End History Walking Tour

11:00 AM

103

Open House: Preserve, Promote, Inspire

11:00 AM

92

Studioplex on Auburn at The Atlantic/Southeastern Compress & Warehouse Historical Tour

noon

43

Diva's, Blues & Memories Collage Making Workshop

1:00 PM

4

Atlanta's First Planned Suburb: A Walking Tour of Inman Park

2:00 PM

7

Civil War to Civil Rights - Battle of Atlanta Tour

2:00 PM

20

History in Atlanta's Upper West Side: Crestlawn Cemetery Guided Tour

2:00 PM

Monday, March 9, 2026 3

Atlanta History Center Midtown: Preserving a City Block

11:00 AM

48

Behind the Stones: Preservation at Oakland Cemetery

11:00 AM

102

Largest Civilian Cemetery in the Southeast: Westview By Bus

2:00 PM

19

Your Old House Goes Back to the Future

6:00 PM

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Tuesday, March 10, 2026 21

Decatur Architecture Tour

9:00 AM

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South Downtown Atlanta

10:00 AM

40

Rhodes Hall Through the Years

11:00 AM

24

Tour The Roosevelt Historic Apartment Homes

1:00 PM

40

Rhodes Hall Through the Years

1:00 PM

63

Goodrum House Guided Tour

1:00 PM

102

Largest Civilian Cemetery in the Southeast: Westview by Bus

2:00 PM

73

Protecting Places and People in Perpetuity

5:00 PM

58

Preserving the L.P Grant Mansion: Preservation Philosophy in Practice

6:00 PM

Wednesday, March 11, 2026 26

Guided Tour of the Memorial to the Six Million in Greenwood Cemetery

11:00 AM

40

Rhodes Hall Through the Years

11:00 AM, 1:00PM

1

Adventures into History: Documenting Georgia’s Forgotten History

6:00 PM

Thursday, March 12, 2026 31

Decatur Cemetery Literary Tour

11:00 AM

52

Tour the Hotel Clermont

1:00 PM

59

Little 5 Points: A History of Atlanta's Original, Off-Beat Community

6:00 PM

77

Preserving Sea Island History

6:00 PM

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Friday, March 13, 2026 88

St. Luke's Gospel of Glass and Music

10:00 AM

46

The Herndon Story

11:00 AM

10

Callanwolde Mansion History Tour

noon

39

Historic Harlots of Old Atlanta

1:00 PM

44

Hapeville History Museum Tour

1:00 PM

11

Tour the Historic Candler Hotel

1:00 PM

46

The Herndon Story

1:00 PM

67

A Walk Through Georgia History

1:30 PM

66

Leila Ross Wilburn and the Growth of Piedmont Avenue

3:00 PM

104

Whitehead Memorial Room Tour

3:00 PM

Saturday, March 14, 2026 81

Pleasant Hill Cemetery; An Iconic Church, and a Historic 300-Year-Old Tree

10:00 AM

9

Peachtree Heights East Walking Tour

10:00 AM

63

Goodrum House Guided Tour

10:00 AM

72

O4W: Explore One of Atlanta's Oldest Neighborhoods

10:00 AM

78

Piedmont Park Guided History Tours

10:00 AM

3

Exploring Black Atlanta: People, Places, and Events in Atlanta’s Black History Tour

11:00 AM

41

GlenCastle Creative Offices

11:00 AM

17

Historic Clay Cemetery 2026

11:00 AM

80

William Tyndale and 500 Years of the English New Testament

11:00 AM

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Open House: Preserve, Promote, Inspire

11:00 AM

3

The Battle of Atlanta Cyclorama: Curator’s Tour

1:00 PM

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Tour The Roosevelt Historic Apartment Homes

1:00 PM

32

Historic Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills Guided Tour

1:00 PM

Sunday, March 15, 2026 72

O4W: Explore One of Atlanta's Oldest Neighborhoods

10:00 AM

103

Open House: Preserve, Promote, Inspire

11:00 AM

68

The Role of Archiving for Historic Preservation and Beyond

11:30 AM

17

Historic Clay Cemetery 2026

noon

71

Stained Glass Stories of an Inclusive, Inquiring, Involved Baptist Church

12:15 PM

82

Ponce Condo Association: Lecture and Guided Tour

1:00 PM

17

Historic Clay Cemetery 2026

2:00 PM

97

The Trolley Barn Historic Building Tour

2:00 PM

Monday, March 16, 2026 4

L.P. Grant Mansion: Tour the Headquarters of The Atlanta Preservation Center

10:30 AM

48

Behind the Stones: Preservation at Oakland Cemetery

11:00 AM

96

Exonerating Leo Frank - Justice Delayed Is Justice Denied

6:30 PM

Tuesday, March 17, 2026 21

Decatur Architecture Tour

9:00 AM

27

Organ Concert

noon

21

Decatur Architecture Tour

5:00 PM

83

Reporting On Conservation and Development

5:30 PM

64

Parsons Conservation Lab Visit at the Michael C. Carlos Museum

5:30 PM

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Wednesday, March 18, 2026 6

Discover a Chateauesque Gem: The Wimbish House Tour

10:00 AM

78

Piedmont Park Guided History Tours

10:00 AM

65

Midtown’s Timeless Places of Worship

11:00 AM

8

Tour of Abrams Fixtures

noon

6

Discover a Chateauesque Gem: The Wimbish House Tour

1:00 PM

8

Tour of Abrams Fixtures

3:00 PM

100

The Uptown: Chicago's Endangered Movie Palace

7:00 PM

Thursday, March 19, 2026 87

South Downtown Atlanta

10:00 AM

31

Decatur Cemetery Literary Tour

5:00 PM

13

Archeology Discussion and Updates Around the Chattahoochee Brick Co. Site

6:30 PM

Friday, March 20, 2026 88

St. Luke's Gospel of Glass and Music

10:00 AM

28

Flat Rock Archive Museum Tour

10:00 AM

101

Intro to the National Register Process for Property Owners

10:00 AM

94

Tour of the Tara Theatre

10:00 AM

15

Sharing Our Stories Fairburn Downtown Historic District Walking Tour

10:00 AM

64

Parsons Conservation Lab Visit at the Michael C. Carlos Museum

10:30 AM

65

Midtown's Historic Adaptive Re-Use Successes

11:00 AM

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EVENT #

EVENT

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4

Flatirons, Fires, and Early Atlanta: Historic Downtown Atlanta Tour

noon

10

Callanwolde Mansion History Tour

noon

28

Flat Rock Archive Museum Tour

noon

36

Faces and Places of the Georgia Capitol

1:00 PM

62

Experience the Places Where Dr. King Was Born, Work, Worshiped, and Buried

2:00 PM

22

Guided Sanctuary Tour

2:00 PM

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Whitehead Memorial Room Tour

3:00 PM

44

Hapeville History Museum Tour

4:00 PM

Saturday, March 21, 2026 14

A Femme History of Decatur

10:00 AM

54

Rediscovering Shutze's Swan House

10:00 AM

28

Flat Rock Archive Museum Tour

10:00 AM

56

Downtown Kennesaw Walking Tour

10:00 AM

75

In Olmsted’s Footsteps: A Walk Through His Vision

10:00 AM

89

Tour of St. Paul United Methodist Church

10:00 AM

78

Piedmont Park Guided History Tours

10:00 AM

16

Hometown America Walking Tour

10:30 AM

105

Tours and Tales at the Nest

11:00 AM

103

Open House: Preserve, Promote, Inspire

11:00 AM

28

Flat Rock Archive Museum Tour

noon

23

In-Person or Online Tour of African-American Sites in Candler Park

12:30 PM

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EVENT

START TIME

Saturday, March 21, 2026 35

Civil War Atlanta Downtown Walking Tour

1:00 PM

32

Historic Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills Guided Tour

1:00 PM

55

Kennesaw City Cemetery Walking Tour

1:00 PM

49

Preservation Is More Than Just Preserving the Past, It Also Stewards the Future

6:00 PM

Sunday, March 22, 2026 103

Open House: Preserve, Promote, Inspire

11am-2pm

92

Studioplex on Auburn at The Atlantic/Southeastern Compress & Warehouse Historical Tour

noon

75

In Olmsted’s Footsteps: A Walk Through His Vision

2:00 PM

4

From Railroads to the Beltline: Tour Reynoldstown Neighborhood

2:00 PM

97

The Trolley Barn Historic Building Tour

2:00 PM

22

Guided Sanctuary Tour

3:00 PM

89

Tour of St. Paul United Methodist Church

3:00 PM

30

Stories of Freedom Park

3:00 PM

59

Little 5 Points: A History of Atlanta's Original, Off-Beat Community

3:00 PM

Monday, March 23, 2026 48

Behind the Stones: Preservation at Oakland Cemetery

11:00 AM

29

Fox Theatre: Architecture and History Tour

1:00 PM, 2:00 PM 3:00 PM 4:00 PM

5

Bridging the Gap: Universities, Communities, and the Museum of Reynoldstown

6:00 PM

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Tuesday, March 24, 2026 63

Goodrum House Guided Tour

10:00 AM

37

Centennial Summer: Georgia Tech’s Olympic Legacy

11:00 AM

21

Decatur Architecture Tour

5:00 PM

61

Waluhaje: A Preservation Story

6:00 PM

Wednesday, March 25, 2026 50

Hearing More Voices: Women's Roles in Downtown Atlanta

1:00 PM

76

A Cathedral for the City for 100 Years

1:00 PM

85

Rediscovering Rest Haven: Westview Cemetery's Historically Black Section

2:00 PM

95

Tour of the Temple

2:00 PM

70

Soccer Gets Started in Atlanta: Exploring the City's Early Soccer Landscape, 1890-1968

6:00 PM

Thursday, March 26, 2026 79

Atlanta’s Oldest Operating Cinema: Tour the Plaza Theatre

10:00 AM

50

Krog Street Stories

1:00 PM

37

Centennial Summer: Georgia Tech’s Olympic Legacy

1:00 PM

42

Walking Tour of Blandtown and Open Studio

2:00 PM

2

Know When to Buy, Sell or Hold'em

7:00 PM

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Friday, March 27, 2026 15

Sharing Our Stories Fairburn Downtown Historic District Walking Tour

10:00 AM

93

The Businesses That Made Auburn Sweet

10:00 AM

57

Kennesaw State University Campus Tour

1:00 PM

57

Museums, Archives, and Rare Books at KSU

3:00 PM

99

City Beneath the Streets: A Historic Entertainment District

6:00 PM

Saturday, March 28, 2026 9

Peachtree Heights East Walking Tour

10:00 AM

98

Tree Tour: Inman Park Neighborhood Arboretum

10:00 AM

14

A Femme History of Decatur

10:00 AM

81

Pleasant Hill Cemetery: An Iconic Church, and a Historic 300-Year-Old Tree

10:00 AM

25

English Avenue Ecology District Park Tour

11:00 AM

17

Historic Clay Cemetery 2026

11:00 AM

103

Open House: Preserve, Promote, Inspire

11:00 AM

44

Hapeville History Museum Tour

1:00 PM

32

Historic Fulton Bag & Cotton Mills Guided Tour

1:00 PM

47

Tour Historic Howell Station Neighborhood

2:00 PM

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Sunday, March 29, 2026 103

Open House: Preserve, Promote, Inspire

11am-2pm

17

Historic Clay Cemetery 2026

noon

98

Tree Tour: Cabbagetown Neighborhood Arboretum

1:00 PM

4

Atlanta's First Planned Suburb: A Walking Tour of Inman Park

2:00 PM

102

Where History is Buried: Westview Cemetery Guided Tour

2:00 PM

17

Historic Clay Cemetery 2026

2:00 PM

51

Guided by Faith

3:00 PM

106

Zuber-Jarrell House Work-In-Progress Tour

2:00 PM 3:00 PM

Ongoing 23

Online Tour of African-American Sites in Candler Park

70

Historic Clay Cemetery 2026

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Membership Levels and Benefits Our organization is only as good as our membership and sponsors.

Become a part of our efforts to expand the examination of preservation beyond what has been to become a way of thinking for a sustainable and better informed future.

Individual ($40)

Benefactor ($250)

• Discounted admission for all APC guided walking tours • Printed biannual newsletter • Phoenix Flies program via post • E-News about advocacy and events

Benefits of $150 Membership plus: • LP Grant Mansion memo pad

Founder ($500)

Family/Dual ($75)

Benefits of $250 Membership plus: • Hard-bound book illustrating our architectural heritage

All the benefits of the $40 level for two adults and children under 18

Patron ($1,000)

Contributor ($150)

Benefits of $500 Membership plus: • Invitations to Trustee events at historic houses and sites

Benefits of $75 Membership plus: • Invitation to APC special events

Become a member today!

Scan this QR code, call 470-827-9017, or visit our website at PreserveAtlanta.com.

Members have volunteer opportunities in advocacy, education, special events, and as walking tour guides.

Thank you to all the sponsors and partners for making the 23rd celebration of Phoenix Flies an incredible and memorable three weeks. We are grateful for you and your care for our City.

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