High Museum of Art

The High Museum of Art in Atlanta is the leading art museum in the Southeastern United States with its renowned collection of classic and contemporary art and architecture by Richard Meier and Renzo Piano.

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    (404) 733-4444

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    high.org

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Address

1280 Peachtree St NE (at 16th St NE) Atlanta , GA 30309 United States

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Carl White

My favorite way to relax is to spend an hour or two wandering around the High. Not only a great way to relax and unwind it is also inspiring if you have any creative juices flowing through your body.

Val Douis

The IMAX film on our planet was awesome. I will definitely go back for more movies . Live music prior with tapas , but the best thing was their encouraging us to bring our martini's into the theatre .

MsTiffany_

Perfect place for the art lover. They have offers for free admission as well . I love the variety of exhibitions they have throughout the year.

Rae

If you are going as a family, check out the family membership. Its a great value ... with a surprise discount it turned out to be the same price as one visit. Bonus we skipped the line for tickets!

Jay Willis

The upper floors are always captivating. Good for casual tourist and deeper interests. Read the information throughout, for even more entertainment. Their art appreciation is easy to understand.

Jay Champion

The Tallis "Spem In Alium" recording is amazing. Forty speakers, each playing 40 individual singers in eight 5-part choirs . Listen just before it starts to hear the singers talking and warming up!

This Is My South

The South's best art museum has traveling exhibits like pieces from the Louvre as well as a permanent collection of American and European works from Neoclassical to modern. Read more

Duane A. Garrett Sr.

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Hotel Indigo

The museum routinely hosts spectacular exhibits like the recent Picasso to Warhol event , and the superb permanent collection is filled with impressive gems like the folk art collection .

The Ritz-Carlton

Fashion lovers should make their way to the Iris van Herpen: Transforming Fashion exhibit while at the High Museum of Art. This is the collection’s North American debut with over 45 pieces.

DailyCandy

This architectural stunner has a renowned collection of classic and contemporary art and an exhibit resume with highlights like Frida and Diego, Picasso to Warhol, and Salvador Dali: the Late Work.

Beatrix Balogh

Definitely go to First Fridays ! First Friday of every month and it's generally a themed event with great music , booze, and fun activities for adults and kiddos.

Meredith Blechman

Current Vik Muniz exhibition is a must see. take a tour to learn the intricacies of his process, and be prepared to be blown away.

Duane A. Garrett Sr.

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Tricia Bean

Friday night jazz program and visiting exhibitions are what shine here. Regular collection is solid but expected and uninteresting.

Get Local ATL

Parents: ever been a fine art museum that's also kid friendly ? Now you have! Check out the High Museum 's Toddler Thursdays for fun crafts that will bring out the inner artist in your little ones.

Ben Tinsley

A huge white building of modern architecture that houses some great permanent collections as well as some really worthwhile travelling collections. If you have time, you should check it out.

Focus Pointe Global

Love the art , but have little ones? Try Toddler Thursdays to make the art a little more accessible to your kids. Want more tips? Check out Kid Friendly Summer Fun - Atlanta! Read more

Elizabeth

Came for Toddler Time on Thursday. Lots of fun activities and the galleries are quite child friendly .

Video_Bean

Awesome shows and great cultural events !! A must view anytime your in Atlanta.

Atlanta Meetings

The High Museum of Art offers a diverse selection of art including 19th-20th century American works, European paintings , African and African-American, modern and contemporary art .

Alan Price

A nice museum . It has a lot of stuff and can get overwhelming. Remember to check and see if you have a membership to a museum with reciprocal agreements. It can save you $$$.

Explore Georgia

Art lovers and soon-to-be mothers alike can visit the High Museum where the film adaptation of the best-selling book , "What to Expect When You're Expecting" was filmed .

Daniel Sullins

Go during the live jazz concerts on Friday's once a month. Take in exhibits from the Louvre in France, and self taught southern artists .

Intown Expert, Jennifer Kjellgren & Associates

With its collections of classic and contemporary exhibits , the High consistently ranks as one of Atlanta's top must-sees.

Ashley B

Beautiful architecture with great holdings of contemporary art (find the Anish Kapoor!) and photography .

Chris R (thechristophe)

Good museum but some of it could be curated better. Lots to see though so check it out.

Dan

Incredible museum . Wonderfully designed and excellent curation. Could have spent more time here.

Tiff Stewart

Came here for Gordon Parks exhibit but got to see some really exhibits along the way. And the staff is very nice :-)

Chad Kagen

Like a thief in the night I stand in front of a masterpiece And I can't tell you why It hurts so much To be in love with a masterpiece

GeorgiaJazzAlliance GA

Friday Jazz is an evening of art & music every third Friday of the month, including extended hours with full gallery access and food and drink available for purchase.

Smithsonian Channel

Well known for its catalog of 19th and 20th century masterpieces, the High also boasts the only full-time curator in North America dedicated solely to folk and outsider art . (From Aerial America) Read more

The Ritz-Carlton

While visiting the High Museum of Art make sure to see the special exhibit “A Conspiracy of Icons: The Art of Donald Locke” through April 23.

Travel + Leisure

Once a month, the High hosts Friday Jazz , with live music performances and costumed models for visiting artists to sketch (pads and drawing boards provided). Read more

Jamal Liverpool

All of it especially Eric Carle's collection of books being exhibited .

Nikki Davis

You've GOT to check out the gift shop before you leave. It has the most clever, unique stuff for the creative people in your life.

Cellucor

Amazing art exhibits ; we recommend the special evening events like Friday Jazz ! It adds to the overall museum experience!

Aubrey Ramon

The best museum in Atlanta & connected to an awesome collection of arts & entertainment venues.

VeBox

The High is a cultural icon of the Atlanta landscape. Stop by to experience its award-winning resident collections and special exhibitions .

Stephanie

Admission to the High is free for Fulton County residents the first Saturday, and free for Bank of America card holders the first weekend of every month!

Max Collins

They have excellent traveling galleries . I saw an exhibit on the Habsburg Dynasty that was informative and fantastic.

nocturnics

it's a fun museum good amount of art parking is easy

Duane A. Garrett Sr.

Friday night at the High MuseumKnowledge is power Knowledge of oneself is a superpower No one can take away

Julie

If you have kids 5 and under, try toddler Thursday. Story time , crafts and play room among priceless art .

Zaptravel Inc

The High Museum of Art, founded in 1905 as the Atlanta Art Association, is the leading art museum in the Southeastern United States .

Mary Connell

"The Girl With The Pearl Earring" exhibition is amazing!! Go during the week and you won't have to fight the crowds.

Val Douis

Please don't climb on the dinosaurs as the museum gets rather agitated and may ask you to leave the premises

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