Museum · Atlanta
Atlanta History Center: free entry days, tickets & hours
33-acre Buckhead campus with the restored Battle of Atlanta Cyclorama, the Swan House, Smith Farm, Civil War and Olympic exhibitions, and gardens and woodland trails.
Independent guide, not the official Atlanta History Center website. Official links are under Sources.
Atlanta History Center is free for some visitors, not for everyone.
- Free for: Children 0-3 are free; Bank of America Museums on Us: free general admission on the Sunday of the first full weekend of each month.
- Otherwise: adult (13+), weekday — $31.
Calendar
Free days at Atlanta History Center
For Bank of America cardholders (Museums on Us)
- SUN8NOVSunday, 8 November 2026 · in 11 days
- SUN6DECSunday, 6 December 2026 · in 6 weeks
- SUN3JANSunday, 3 January 2027 · in 2 months
- SUN7FEBSunday, 7 February 2027 · in 3 months
- SUN7MARSunday, 7 March 2027 · in 4 months
- SUN4APRSunday, 4 April 2027 · in 5 months
Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Bank of America cardholders: free on the Sunday of the first full weekend only (next: Sun 8 Nov, Sun 6 Dec 2026).
- Military personnel get $6 off for themselves plus one guest - a discount, not free.
- Parking on site is free; buy tickets online to save $2 each.
- The Margaret Mitchell House in Midtown is part of the Center but sold separately.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free forChildren 0-3 are free | children under 4 | Price table on the official page lists Child (0-3) as Free on weekdays and weekends. | No |
| Free dayBank of America Museums on Us: free general admission on the Sunday of the first full weekend of each month | Bank of America cardholders (Museums on Us) | Sundays only at this museum. Bring an active Bank of America, Merrill or Bank of America Private Bank credit/debit card and photo ID. Cardholder only. | No |
Official prices
Atlanta History Center ticket prices
| Adult (13+), weekday — Weekend adult $35; youth 4-12 $27 weekday / $31 weekend. Buying online saves $2 per ticket. Free on-site parking. | $31 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (adult (13+), weekday). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
Best-rated tickets and tours: Atlanta History Center
Ratings and prices from the booking partners; prices may change.
Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 09:00–16:00 |
| Wed | 09:00–16:00 |
| Thu | 09:00–16:00 |
| Fri | 09:00–16:00 |
| Sat | 09:00–16:00 |
| Sun | 09:00–16:00 |
Tue-Sun 9am-4pm; historic houses open at 11am. Closed Mondays.
130 West Paces Ferry Road NW, Atlanta, GA 30305, USA
FAQ
Atlanta History Center: common questions
Is Atlanta History Center free?
Atlanta History Center has no free entry for everyone. Also free: Children 0-3 are free; Bank of America Museums on Us: free general admission on the Sunday of the first full weekend of each month. Otherwise the official ticket costs $31.
When are the free days at Atlanta History Center for Bank of America cardholders (Museums on Us)?
Upcoming free dates for Bank of America cardholders (Museums on Us): Sun 8 Nov, Sun 6 Dec, Sun 3 Jan and Sun 7 Feb. Bring proof of eligibility; booking rules are listed above.
Who gets free entry to Atlanta History Center?
Children under 4 — price table on the official page lists Child (0-3) as Free on weekdays and weekends..
How much is a ticket to Atlanta History Center?
Adult (13+), weekday costs $31 on the official site.
What day is Atlanta History Center closed?
Atlanta History Center is closed on Mondays. Tue-Sun 9am-4pm; historic houses open at 11am. Closed Mondays.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- atlantahistorycenter.com/atlanta-history-center-buckhead/ · checked Wednesday, 28 October 2026
- about.bankofamerica.com/en/making-an-impact/museums-on-us-partners · checked Wednesday, 28 October 2026
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