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My sister and I went here to see the GWTW exhibit, but we most enjoyed the Civil War attraction. It was very large, with cannons, wagons, uniforms, mess kits, anything you could think of from the war. There was an interactive piece where you could lift the packs and gun a solider would have carried and "shoot a gun" from an entrenchment. Very cool.

The exhibit on the Civil War was very interesting and complete and the Olympic Games exhibit and Folk Art Exhibit were also very nice. Admission fee covers entry to the Margaret Mitchel (in midtown) a short drive away and also a must-see for history buffs visiting Atlanta.

I visited this place last spring ( Feb' 2014) for my public policy class. There is tons of information in this place. It is also huge don't be fooled by the small size on the exterior. This is great for educational purposes and for anyone interested in history and there were several artifacts on display. I would surely recommend to anyone.

Doesn't get much better then this. If you want to find out about the past and how it influences us today...this is a must visit. Something for all to enjoy.

We were on a long weekend in Atlanta and decided to check it out for the afternoon. It is under construction, but wow, what a experience. Tons of stuff for people who like history. Beautiful property, even with it being winter. The Swan house and all of the grounds were well kept. Definitely a Must See!

There's a lot of nice history here. I really enjoyed my visit. I went on the weekend they had free admission so that was an added plus. Definitely worth visiting.

Great way to connect to the past that still looms large in the romance of the South. Great way to spend a few hours when combined with a tour of Swan House a short walk away. Enough to remind one of life, both the tragedy and the charm, of a bygone era without becoming boring or preachy. Interesting for the whole family.

The first stop was the History Center which was a good choice. Admission could include the Swan House and the Margaret Mitchel House all of which I wanted to see. It was not a large museum but had well done exhibits. Loved the golf exhibit which was a surprise to me, I had forgotten about Bobby Jones being a local hero.

We bought the tickets to the museum and were told that we also could visit the house of the author of "Gone with the wind" for free (tour included). The museum is excellent, especially the Civil War exhibit. I'm not so much into long history books, and the bite-sized information with several interactive displays were very interesting and informative. The music exhibit was also great. The Swan house was okay, perhaps I have seen better. The farmhouse was interesting with several actors playing the life back in the old days. The only complaint I had was that we visited the house on the last day of 2014, and they ran out of food (except salad). The restaurant nearby was closed very early- we got there by 1 or 2 pm (and the museum people were not aware of this either). Overall, highly recommended.

This was a wonderful museum to visit and learn some Georgia history. I had heard many things about the museum and it did not disappoint.

If you're a local cabdriver, that is. One told me that when out-of-towners ask him what they should see in Atlanta, he says the Atlanta History Center first and foremost. Why? Yes, it has a wonderful museum with a variety of state-of-the-art exhibitions with something for everyone, from Bobby Jones and golf to the Civil War to folk art to, of course, your basic history of Atlanta. To me, the real jewels in the crown of this museum complex of 33 acres, however, are the two historic houses, which you can tour, led by docents who provide information. There is the 1920s Swan House mansion and grounds, which was built on the site before it was the AHC, and the Tullie Smith Farm, a Civil War-era farmhouse moved here from elsewhere in Atlanta. There are also acres of beautiful gardens, including a sunken garden that was once a quarry. You could easily spend all day here and truly get to know Atlanta and environs in a way that other wonderful attractions in the city just can't offer. Located in Buckhead, it is within a few blocks of major shopping and great restaurants and hotels, too. Yes, I'm a local, yes, I was born here, but I've traveled extensively, and the Atlanta History Center offers a huge wallop of beauty and information for everyone at a well-worth-it price.

I came to the History Center mostly for the Swan House (which was absolutely beautiful), but the farm and museum were all well worth the visit too. This place was larger than I expected, though unfortunately we only had a few hours to spend there so we couldn't see everything. In warmer months the nature trails around the center would probably be worth walking too. They have lovely exhibits in the museum, and the farm has friendly period actors and live animals. Margaret Mitchell's house is included in admission as well, but that is off-sight so we didn't end up visiting it. For me the Swan House was the main attraction, and it was certainly worth the visit on its own. I would highly recommenced stopping in for a visit when in Atlanta, especially if you don't have long to spend in the city and want an overview of its history.

The Atlanta History Center is a complex that has a little something for every history fan. It has a historic farm house, 1930's era mansion, and a multi-exhibit Museum with another to be added in the summer of 2015. This is not a complex to be seen because you have a couple hours to burn. Once you're in, your attention goes in all kinds of different directions and the next thing you know, you've closed the place down.I went here because the reviews were good and the Georgia Aquarium wouldn't even let me go into their gift shop without paying the $40 admission. So after making the drive through a really nice part of Atlanta (beautiful houses and neighborhoods) I arrived with about 3 hours before closing time. The admission seems steep but it comes with free tickets to the Margaret Mitchell House which was a nice treat and worth it once I went there the following day. There is a student admission discount so bring your college ID.I started at the Swan House which is there 1930's Mansion that has been beautifully restored. The presenters inside are awesome and remain in character (unless you mention your Masters degree was in Historic Preservation at which point they turn their presentations in a different direction). The downstairs exhibits could use some help with signage but they are pretty well done. The presenters, however, absolutely made this experience.The main building was under some construction and a larger complex had yet to be completed but the exhibits inside were very well done. The Civil War exhibit is the BEST all encompassing Civil War exhibit I have ever seen. It is without bias, right down the middle, and alludes to every facet of the war from Naval to espionage to the average everyday soldier. There is a lot to see and read in this exhibit so definitely give it some time. The exhibits devoted to folk art, Bobby Jones, and the 1996 Olympics are also worth seeing.The one drawback is that there is not an exhibit about Atlanta. My guess is that is what the larger building will be for since all the smaller exhibits look like they aren't going anywhere anytime soon. The lack of an Atlanta exhibit was a drawback but luckily the other aspects of the facility made up for it to the point where I didn't realize this was missing until I was leaving.Overall, this Museum is worth every penny. Great exhibits, great buildings, great presenters, and a great overall experience. Don't treat this as something to do because you have some time to kill. If you like Museums, this one is a must.

This place is fascinating. I remember going here as a kid, but I appreciate it so much more as an adult. My one recommendation however, is get there early and plan to spend the day. There is so much on display that you can't see it all in just a few hours.

The only disappointing thing about the Atlanta History Center is that it doesn't contain a comprehensive overview of Atlanta history. Rather, it has a number of exhibits which showcase specific, but interesting, parts of Atlanta's history. Even if you're not a history buff, the grounds are beautiful and you'll enjoy your visit.