National Center for Civil and Human Rights

Atlanta, Georgia, US

The National Center for Civil and Human Rights in Atlanta is a museum that links the United States' civil‑rights legacy with worldwide human‑rights movements. Open since 2014, it offers immersive exhibits that ground travelers in pivotal social history.

Why choose National Center for Civil and Human Rights

You’ll leave with a deeper grasp of how local struggles echo across the globe, an insight you won’t find in a typical city tour. The experience connects past activism to present challenges, enriching your perspective on social change.

Best for: History lovers · First-timers · Families

Start your Midtown morning here

Begin at the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, then walk to the historic Fox Theatre before lunch.

1. Morning — National Center for Civil and Human Rights
2. 11:00 — Fox Theatre

Visit tips

• Arrive early to avoid the ticket line.
• Allow at least an hour for the interactive civil‑rights exhibit.
• Buy tickets online to avoid the lobby line.
• Allow about two hours to explore the main galleries.

Plan your visit

• Recommended duration: 2 hours
• Best time of day: Morning, before crowds
• Entry: $19.99 — Ticket includes all permanent exhibitions.
• Booking: not required — tickets at the gate
• Category: landmark
• Rated 4.8 by 2209 reviewers
• Tags: history focus, social insight, museum, educational

Nearby attractions

• Fox Theatre — landmark, 15 min walk

More things to do in Atlanta

• Georgia Aquarium
• World of Coca-Cola
• Atlanta Botanical Garden
• Fox Theatre
• Centennial Olympic Park
• Zoo Atlanta

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