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Atlanta History Center Offers Rare Tour of Kenan Research Center Stacks
The public will get a behind-the-scenes look at the center's archival collection and preservation efforts.
Published on Mar. 7, 2026
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The Atlanta History Center is hosting a special two-hour tour of the Kenan Research Center's storage areas, known as the "stacks", on March 7, 2026. The tour will provide a rare opportunity for the public to go behind the scenes and learn about the center's archival collection, how items are acquired and preserved, and the measures taken to ensure the materials are available for generations to come. The tour will be guided by the Collections Manager and is limited to 15 people.
Why it matters
The Kenan Research Center houses an extensive collection of historical documents, photographs, and other archival materials related to Atlanta and Georgia history. This tour offers a unique chance for the public to see the inner workings of a major research library and learn about the important work of preserving the community's historical record.
The details
During the tour, attendees will go into the stacks, the storage areas where the center's collection is kept. They will learn about the center's collecting practices, the conservation and digitization efforts to maintain the materials, and get a glimpse of some staff favorite items from the archives. The tour will cover how the public can also care for their own archival treasures at home.
- The tour will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 3 pm to 5 pm.
The players
Kenan Research Center
A research library and archives located within the Atlanta History Center that houses an extensive collection of historical materials related to Atlanta and Georgia.
Atlanta History Center
A museum and research institution dedicated to preserving and sharing the history of Atlanta and the surrounding region.
The Atlanta Preservation Center
The organization hosting the tour of the Kenan Research Center's archival stacks.
Collections Manager
The staff member who will be guiding the tour and providing information about the center's collection and preservation efforts.
What’s next
Attendance for the tour is limited to 15 people, so interested parties are encouraged to sign up for the waiting list in case spots become available.
The takeaway
This rare behind-the-scenes tour of the Kenan Research Center's archival stacks offers a unique opportunity for the public to learn about the important work of preserving historical records and gain insights into caring for their own archival materials at home.
