While you’re exploring meaningful use at HIMSS10, why not schedule additional time to explore some meaningful culture as well? Check out these museums for an opportunity to journey through time or throughout the world.
Atlanta Cyclorama & Civil War Museum: The Cyclorama is the world’s largest painting – a panorama depicting the Battle of Atlanta, fought during the Civil War. Period artifacts, including a steam locomotive, are also displayed on site. 800 Cherokee Ave. SE, Atlanta, GA 30315, 404.624.1071, www.atlantacyclorama.org
Atlanta History Center: This 33-acre complex includes the historic Swan House and Tullie Smith Farm, several gardens, The Centennial Olympic Games Museum and the Atlanta History Museum, one of the largest museums of its kind in the country. 130 West Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta, GA 30305, 404.814.4000, www.atlantahistorycenter.com
Fernbank Museum of Natural History: Exhibits explore dinosaur fossils, an extensive shell collection, Georgia’s natural history and cultural artifacts from the state and from around the world. An IMAX theatre is also available. 767 Clifton Rd. NE, Atlanta, GA 30307, 404.929.6300, www.fernbankmuseum.org
High Museum of Art: The collection features both modern and historic African, American and European works, including many unique folk pieces. 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309, 404.733.4444, www.high.org
Michael C. Carlos Museum of Emory University: Home to artifacts from all across the world and the centuries. The mummies are an especially popular attraction. 571 S. Kilgo Circle, Atlanta, GA 30322, 404.727.4282, www.carlos.emory.edu
The APEX Museum (The African American Panoramic Experience): African American history and achievement are portrayed on both a local and global level. 135 Auburn Ave., Atlanta, GA 30303, 404.523.2739, www.apexmuseum.org
The Breman Jewish Heritage & Holocaust Museum: Histories of both the Holocaust and the Jews of Atlanta are depicted in two signature exhibitions. A special exhibition featuring political cartoons by Theodor Seuss Geisel – a.k.a. Dr. Seuss – will open in mid-February. 1440 Spring St. NW, Atlanta, GA 30309, 678.222.3700, www.thebreman.org
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