Today’s news
Atlanta History Center to Host Tour of Midtown Block
Explore the preservation stories of historic buildings like the Margaret Mitchell House.

Guided Tour of Historic Crestlawn Cemetery in Atlanta
Explore the Jewish sections and learn about notable residents during this 2-hour walking tour.
Civil War to Civil Rights Tour Explores Atlanta's Dramatic History
The Atlanta Preservation Center leads a walking tour blending stories from the 1864 Battle of Atlanta and the 1964 Civil Rights movement.
Recent news
Mar. 8, 2026
West End History Walking Tour Explores Atlanta's Oldest Neighborhood
The Atlanta Preservation Center is hosting a 2-hour guided walking tour of the West End historic district on March 8, 2026.
Mar. 8, 2026
Grant Park's Trees, Trails, History and Architecture Highlighted in Phoenix Flies Festival Tour
Annual event showcases Atlanta's oldest park and its ongoing restoration efforts.
Mar. 7, 2026
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.
Mar. 7, 2026
Kenan Research Center Hosts Special Treasures Tour
Rare botanical books, vintage catalogs, and historic photos showcased at Atlanta library event
Mar. 7, 2026
Atlanta Scavenger Hunt Challenges Sleuths to Uncover City's Stories
The Atlanta Preservation Center hosts a two-hour event to test participants' knowledge of downtown Atlanta's history.
Mar. 6, 2026
Tour Otto's Apartment Hotel in Atlanta
The historic Highland Inn is renovated into a modern flexible living concept
Mar. 6, 2026
Elizabeth & Edgewood: A Hidden Oasis in Inman Park
Preservation and adaptive reuse transform 1940s industrial buildings into a vibrant community hub.
Mar. 5, 2026
Atlanta Preservation Center Hosts 'Born in Atlanta Under a Black Flag' Event
Presentation explores family mystery and creation of Mission: POW/MIA
Mar. 4, 2026
Georgia Centennial Farm Applications Now Open
Deadline to apply is May 1 for farms with generational legacies in the state.
Mar. 3, 2026
GCSU Graduate Named Albany Civil Rights Institute Executive Director
Craig E. Moore to lead the institute's work preserving Albany's civil rights history and driving community engagement.
Mar. 3, 2026
Savannah Considers Expanding Railroad District with New Development
City aims to boost tourism and preserve historic sites through proposed projects.
Mar. 2, 2026
Savannah Celebrates 200+ Years of St. Patrick's Day Parade
Savannah's annual St. Patrick's Day parade has a rich history dating back to 1824.
Mar. 2, 2026
Buckhead Heritage Presents "Stories of Atlanta" Video Series
Explore the city's surprising, quirky, and overlooked history in a free virtual event.
Feb. 26, 2026
Columbus Museum Opens Exhibit Honoring Former Georgia State Representative Calvin Smyre
Special display celebrates five decades of public service during Black History Month
Feb. 25, 2026
Historic Atlanta Church Building Among 2026 Georgia Places in Peril
Egleston Hall on the campus of All Saints' Episcopal Church faces uncertain future, risks demolition
Feb. 25, 2026
Early County Pioneer Eleanor Yeldell Honored as Freeman Ancestor
Yeldell's legacy as a trailblazer in Georgia's Reconstruction era highlighted in new family feature
Feb. 24, 2026
Monroe Historian Leads Saturday Walking Tour of S. Broad Street
Steve Brown to share history and stories of the local community's past.
Feb. 22, 2026
Monroe Residents Invited to Reflect on City's Past and Future
New photography exhibit 'Wish You Were Here' opens in downtown Monroe, offering chance for community input.
Feb. 21, 2026
Savannah Moves Forward on Safe Streets, History Initiatives, and MLK Arena Demolition
City receives $9.9 million federal grant for 37th Street corridor improvements, launches new history project, and begins prep work for MLK Arena demolition.
Feb. 19, 2026
Upson Historical Society to Host WWII Heritage Trail Talk
Georgia group to discuss Pettigrew-White-Stamps House Museum's role in war effort