Best History Museum in Douglasville

"When it comes to the history of Atlanta, the museum, historic houses, and gardens of the Atlanta History Center have it all!. Start at the Atlanta History Museum with exhibits that spotlight everything from the indigenous Mississippian people to modern-day Atlantans, the city’s important role during the Civil War and the blockbuster movies filmed locally. Then head outdoors to wander through the gardens and explore the historic homes that are also part of the Atlanta History Center, including the Swan House and Smith Farm."

"Breman Museum of Jewish Heritage and Holocaust Museum highlights the achievements of Jewish people and promotes justice. When you visit, you might see exhibits on the Holocaust, the history of Jewish people and the exhibits focused on the Jewish community in the Atlanta area. Visitors can learn about the contributions that the Jewish people have made to Atlanta from 1845 to the present."

"The Breman Museum is devoted to the history of the Jewish people. Permanent exhibits describe the experience of the Holocaust from the perspective of Atlanta’s Holocaust survivors through film, photography and other artifacts. Special exhibits document aspects of Jewish life in Atlanta and the South."

"Here, you'll find exhibitions about the Holocaust, Jewish arts and culture, and the history of Atlanta's Jewish community. Learn about contributions Jewish people have made to Atlanta from 1845 to the present. Su-Th 10 am-5 pm, F 10 am-4 pm."

"Although it’s been more than 150 years since the Civil War ended, and a woman holds the second-highest office in the land, the history lessons taught in school still predominantly derive from the perspective of white European males, beginning with Christopher Columbus. But just down Auburn Ave from The King Center, the APEX Museum is dedicated to emphasizing the contributions that Black Americans have made throughout history by telling our nation’s story from their eyes. Dive into the horrifying realities of the African Holocaust during the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade, discover Atlanta’s first African American-owned businesses, admire the accomplishments of chemist Alice Ball, and so much more when you visit APEX."

"The African-American Panoramic Experience Museum shares the story of African and African-American history and culture. There are different exhibits, artifacts, and presentations across many different eras in history. You’ll find things that date back to ancient African civilizations back to 5500 B.C."

"This small museum, located at Georgia Tech’s Renewable Bioproducts Institute, explores the history of paper and paper technology. It has thousands of artifacts including different papers and watermarks, manuscripts, and the tools and machines used in paper-making. Exhibits explain the process of making paper by hand as well as by machine, the early industrialisation of paper-making and its environmental impact."

"This research institution and public museum is dedicated to the preservation of the history of paper and paper technology. Although the space it’s small, you’ll leave more fascinated with paper than you thought was possible."

"One of the most comprehensive collections of paper and paper-related artifacts in the world, including 2,000 books, watermarks, papers, tools, machines and manuscripts."

"Designed around a monumental arch, the museum’s permanent exhibitions explore aspects of Georgia history from its founding to the present day. There are also several rotating special programs: see details of current and upcoming exhibitions. Open Monday–Saturday, 10am–5pm."

"You might find yourself transported from Atlanta to Rome when you step under the Millennium Gate Museum!. This fantastic arch is located near Atlantic Station so you can get some shopping done while you’re in this area."

"This triumphal arch celebrates Georgia's history, legendary families and peaceful accomplishments with a 12,000-square-foot gallery and several period rooms. Open M-Sa 10 am-5 pm."

"Among Atlanta’s top Black history sites is the Madam C.J. Walker Museum, which honors the life and accomplishments of Madam C.J. Walker, a laundress who became the first self-made Black female millionaire. She started her own cosmetics and hair care company, selling her own products door-to-door, through the mail and at her franchised beauty shops for African American women. If you want to know more about Madam Walker, watch the Netflix series, “Self-Made” staring Octavia Spencer."

"If you are looking for brunch in Buckhead and the surrounding area check out Cultivate Food & Coffee. The light and airy restaurant and coffee shop combination is more casual than many of the places you will find in Buckhead. After ordering at the counter you can choose to sit inside or outside."

"The team from Cafe at Pharr have opened up a crazy delicious part brunch spot, part coffee shop. You’ll go bananas for their banana pancakes and be super impressed by the taste and visual presentation of their eggs benedict. Their matcha lavender latte is also super yummy!"

"I love the open space and decor at this cute cafe near Atlantic Station!. This restaurant has delicious brunch options and small bites featuring Southern comfort foods. Plus, they serve speciality and seasonal espresso drinks and pastries."

"Juicy Crab has quickly grown into a go-to restaurant for seafood in metro Atlanta. After its first location in Conyers, Juicy Crab opened its only location inside the perimeter on Camp Creek and it was over. In 2018, more Juicy Crab locations opened locally:"