NEW TIME ADDED **** PHOENIX FLIES 2026 Stories of Freedom Park

The Atlanta Preservation Center hosts a 90-minute walking tour to explore the history of Atlanta's Freedom Park.

Mar. 22, 2026 at 5:00pm

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The Atlanta Preservation Center is hosting a 90-minute walking tour of Freedom Park in Atlanta's Poncey-Highland neighborhood on Sunday, March 22, 2026. The tour will share unique stories about the park's creation, the people who lived there, and the dedicated efforts to preserve Atlanta's intown neighborhoods in the 20th century. Attendees will meet at the Peace Bell Tower near the Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum and Library.

Why it matters

Freedom Park is one of Atlanta's signature green spaces with a rich history dating back to the 19th century. This tour provides an opportunity for the public to learn more about the park's origins and the community efforts that helped turn it into a beloved public space.

The details

The Atlanta Preservation Center's "Phoenix Flies 2026: Stories of Freedom Park" event will take participants on a 90-minute walking tour through the Poncey-Highland area of Freedom Park. The tour will share stories from the 19th century as well as the 20th century preservation efforts that helped create the 130-acre park that exists today. Attendees will meet at the Peace Bell Tower, a structure built in the style of a Japanese temple, near the Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum and Library.

  • The event will take place on Sunday, March 22, 2026 from 1 pm to 3 pm.

The players

The Atlanta Preservation Center

A nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving Atlanta's historic buildings, neighborhoods, and green spaces.

Freedom Park

A 130-acre public park in Atlanta's Poncey-Highland neighborhood with a rich history dating back to the 19th century.

Jimmy Carter Presidential Museum and Library

A museum and library dedicated to the life and presidency of former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, located near Freedom Park.

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What’s next

The Atlanta Preservation Center has not announced any additional events or plans related to this walking tour of Freedom Park.

The takeaway

This event provides a unique opportunity for the public to learn about the history and preservation efforts behind one of Atlanta's most beloved green spaces, Freedom Park. By exploring the Poncey-Highland area of the park, attendees can gain a deeper appreciation for the community's role in shaping this important public asset.