高等艺术博物馆

WishingPrana

I've lived in Atlanta since 1996, and I had never been to the High. I was so impressed I purchased an annual membership. I'm so excited to get to know this fine museum better!

302sk

I loved the vibe here. It is a beautiful museum. So well laid out and easy to enjoy.Wish I had had more time to spend.

JandC313

Given a choice, I would prefer to visit the Metropolitan Art Museum in New York, or Cleveland's Art Museum. The extent of the collection seemed pretty short. That would have been okay, but the guards around the museum were extremely rude and unprofessional. You could hear them complaining about work and how they wanted to go home. They seemed to want to order people around with made up rules. We had planned to stay longer, but left disappointed.

arekgb

One whole floor was closed. I will say upfront I am not that in to art so I may not be the best person to review. It was just very boring and $19.00 to get in Plus $10.00 to park was totally not worth it to me, I went thru the whole place in about 45 mins. My favorite part was the segregation era section.

townbytown

Visited the High on the 50th anniversary of the March on Selma. I went specifically to see the Gordon Parks exhibit which was very well curated and very powerful to experience. The museum was fabulous with spaces that called were works of art themselves. This was my first visit and I didn't have long to experience all the High has to offer but it was clear that the museum is world class. I'll be back!

jas0719

The Gordon Parks exhibit was wonderful. I saw it while friends were in Selma with Obama. Nice juxtaposition. Also loved the Coke exhibit. Warhol well presented. Short experimental film was tops. But my favorite moment was unplanned: a group of high school students participating in a portrait competition! Three minutes to draw each other's faces. I ended up buying two pieces from two students. Great family-community-teenager offering at the High.

jstaw

Well, I am not much into art but I have to say that this museum changed my attitude. As a kid I think we went to every museum in NYC, Boston, and Philly. Always liked the history aspect of museums but not the art. On the other hand, the High Museum does a good job of presentation and I found many works on display that I liked. Not "high brow" to me and that is why I like the High.

WithAnchovies

The High has an excellent permanent collection, especially the mostly anonymous work from the South of the 18th and 19th centuries, which I've never seen elsewhere. The design of the museum and lighting, etc. of the galleries are also excellent. Many of the visiting exhibits are worth seeing. It can get crowded after around 1pm on the weekends, but the crowd control has generally been well-handled. Only negative I've found is that, being a member, the phone response to questions has tended to be surly.

susanfaganatlanta

Rate of Art 4+ but the tea seriously reduces the overall rating.I must admit the second annual tea was better than the first; however, if you've been to any afternoon tea, you will be vastly disappointed. Poor service (cheeky even), stale sandwiches and lack of enough dessert for all participants. However, the tea includes a visit to the museum. The local garden clubs design fabulous floral arrangements as an interpretation of the art and are delightfully creative. Another bonus is the guest lectures on flower arranging. Take advantage of their inspiration and gain some artistry skills.Be prepared to park on the street or take Marta. Parking deck fee is $12.

alephita

I had the good fortune of visiting the High Museum on a Friday, which meant I could stay there late at night. The temporary exhibits back then (Cézanne and other modernists) were good, but what really impressed me was their permanent collection on the second and third floor, so make sure you have enough time for that as well. I can't wait to go back.

jessiqueen

Since my work moved next door I have gone here 3 times! I love running out during lunch to de-stress with some art. The exhibits are well curated and there are always fun events.

Dapegstar

We were visiting Atlanta and found this place literally across from our hotel. There was an amazing exhibit of Wilfredo Lam that we really enjoyed.

BossmamaP

I love the High!!! Great exhibits all year around. Went in January to two photography exhibits. My son, husband and I go all times of the year as there is something always new to see. Sometimes we just go for the beauty and peace of the exhibits. Go can take in part or all of the exhibits and then do lunch.

407jeffreyv

The High is both an Art Museum and a piece of art itself. The architecture makes for an experience appealing to the eye and to the experience. We have a family membership and go about once a quarter. There is a good rotation of new exhibits and a fabulous set of permanent collection pieces worth seeing over and over again. Our favorite time to visit is the Friday night Jazz nights. The place has a great energy with both a large crowd and lively music.

FutureFun

Went last Friday evening for panel discussion and viewing exhibit.Lam exhibit is fantastic and a must see. Michael Rooks, Contemporary Curator, has really outdone himself.Great way to spend a few hours and always new things to see. Great photography collection as well.