History

Women’s History Month is a celebration of women’s contributions to history, culture and society and has been observed annually in …

Big Bethel A.M.E. in the Sweet Auburn District is believed to be the oldest predominantly African American congregation in the …

For a Valentine’s Day cliché, the history of conversation hearts is surprisingly interesting.

In a city rich with history, Mary Mac’s Tea Room has made its mark on Atlanta since 1945.

The Macy’s Great Tree Lighting began in 1948, stemming from a suggestion by the former head of advertising for Rich’s …

Doll’s Head Trail in Dekalb County’s Constitution Lakes Park became a popular and unique attraction over the last decade.

After our Atlanta Braves earned a trip this week to play the Astros in the World Series, my son Thomas …

Located on the corner of Peachtree and Marietta Streets, Jacob’s Pharmacy sold the first glass of Coca-Cola for five cents …

Founded as the Boston Red Stockings in 1871, the Braves are the oldest continuously operating professional sports franchise in America.

Atlanta’s music scene is a melting pot of genres ranging from hip-hop, R&B, gospel, and country.

Located in the heart of Downtown Atlanta, the CNN Center has always been a significant structure to the city, even …

Well known as Atlanta’s original nightspot for big kids since 1979, Johnny’s Hideaway is still the go-to spot for many, but most have …

Son of Coca-Cola co-founder, Asa Griggs Candler Jr., built his massive Briarcliff Estate in the early 1920s. The 42-acre Atlanta …

Manuel’s Tavern prides itself on conversation. In 1956, Manuel Maloof opened this music-less tavern in hopes of creating a safe …

Until 1904, the only way to cross the Chattahoochee River from Buckhead to Vinings was by ferry or boat, before …

Traveling to the intriguing School Bus Graveyard in Habersham County, visitors take photos with the graffitied buses but few know …

Established in 1914, only 50 years after the burning of Atlanta, a small but mighty group of Atlantans met and …

In 1925, Huff Daland Dusters, Delta’s predecessor, was founded in Macon as the first commercial agricultural flying company and crop …

Atlanta Decorative Arts Center, the Southeast’s leading center for interior design and home furnishings, opened its doors 60 years ago.

At one time, railway traffic boomed through our city.

Little known to newer generations of Atlantans is the tragic history behind the Woodruff Arts Center.

Eleven U.S.states have state capitol domes topped with gold.

Holding the distinction of the city’s oldest and longest-serving hospital, Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital was Atlanta’s first hospital post-Civil War.

It’s no secret that The Atlanta Journal-Constitution is an Atlanta staple for news.

Freedom Park, located in the Inman Park neighborhood, was created in the 20th century.

Walking through Downtown, you’re bound to see some incredible architecture from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

All sports fans know where they were April 8, 1974.

The Hawks’ history in Atlanta began in 1968 when Georgia real estate developer Thomas Cousins and former Georgia Governor Carl …

Have you been dreaming of a White Christmas in Atlanta? Unfortunately, dreams are as close as we typically get to seeing …

For the past 72 years, Atlanta has welcomed the start of the Christmas season by lighting a giant tree for …