The Marietta History Center is thrilled to continue its partnership with the Museum of History and Holocaust Education at KSU with three exhibits that will be on display during the summer and fall. The first is a new eight-panel traveling exhibit, which celebrates women and girls who advocated for civil rights in the United States. […]
Marietta Art in the Park, an Atlanta Labor Day weekend tradition is celebrating its 36th year! CHALK ART Chalk Spot is an interactive street art display for children that benefits the Marietta High School Visual Arts Club. This creative festival feature gives kids the chance to design a one-of-a-kind masterpiece in a 3-foot-square […]
Like most female artists of the early 20th century, O’Kelley endured far greater hardships than her male counterparts, made double challenging by the economic hardships faced by the Appalachian community during this time. O’Kelley was born in 1908 on her family’s farm near Maysville, Georgia. The death of her younger brother in 1919 marked the […]
The second exhibit from the Museum of History and Holocaust Education is The Tragedy of War: Japanese American Internment which focuses on the imprisonment of 120,000 ethnic Japanese on the west coast during World War II. Two-thirds of those imprisoned were American citizens, and they were forced into a series of camps to live under […]
When there is an intersection between people with disabilities and mental health conditions, there are added layers of complexities and challenges for the individual and their caregivers. However, positive outcomes ARE possible. We can start with understanding the issue and exploring resources. Join us on Friday, September 9, for The Intersection, presented by Cobb Collaborative […]
The Marietta History Center will be hosting its monthly Pop-In event on Saturday, September 17th from 10am to 4pm. Pop-In’s provide children and their families the opportunity to interact with the museum through themed activities and crafts. Join us in, September for crafts and activities geared towards Natural Wonders. These crafts will be in the […]
Atlanta’s Biggest Mexican Independence Day Celebration! The biggest Tacos and Tequila Day party is back this Fall in the Downtown Marietta Square! Atlanta’s Biggest Mexican Independence Day Celebration! Get your sombreros and mariachis out, it’s fiesta time! Join the neighborhood and eat some of the best taco’s East of the Mississippi. Tequila, margaritas, beer and […]
Roswell Arts Fund's Second Annual Beaucoup Jazz + Blues Festival and Pop Up Art Village, will be held on September 24th, 2022 at King's Market in East Roswell, GA. The incredible lineup will feature Atlanta born legendary blues and rock guitarist Tinsley Ellis. Armed with blazing, every-note-matters guitar skills and scores of instantly memorable original […]
Roswell Arts Fund's Second Annual Beaucoup Jazz + Blues Festival and Pop Up Art Village, will be held on September 24th, 2022 at King's Market in East Roswell, GA. The incredible lineup will feature Atlanta born legendary blues and rock guitarist Tinsley Ellis. Armed with blazing, every-note-matters guitar skills and scores of instantly memorable original […]
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