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Children’s Art Museum. Tues.-Fri. 1-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Ages 4 and older, $5; children 3 and under, free. Explore interactive exhibits that introduce children to the world of arts. All artwork is displayed at kid-level. 6400 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Bldg. 300, Duluth. 770-623-6002.

Hammonds House Galleries. Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 1-5 p.m. Adults, $4; students and children, $2. African-American fine art museum. 503 Peeples St. SW, Atlanta. 404-752-8730.

High Museum of Art. Tues.-Wed. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. Adults, $15; children 6-17, $10; under 6, free. Includes permanent and traveling exhibits. Enjoy family programming such as activities in the Family Learning Gallery, Sunday Family Studio and Toddler Thursdays. 1280 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta. 404-733-4444.

Museum of Design. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Explore the uses, structures, effects and meanings of design through exhibits and family programming. 285 Peachtree Center Ave., Atlanta. 404-979-6455.

Youth Art Connection. Tues.-Fri. Noon-5 p.m. Free. Tour the gallery and view artwork by young artists from local Boys & Girls Clubs. 63 Auburn Ave., Atlanta. 404-614-6233.

AeroBalloon. Underground Atlanta. Open daily. Weather permitting. 8 a.m.-noon. Adults, $15; children under 10, $10. Capture a panoramic view of Atlanta with a 20 mile radius that includes the skyline, Buckhead and even Stone Mountain. Upper Alabama St., Atlanta. 404-694-2779.

American Adventures. Open daily 10 a.m.-8 p.m. 36" and over $15.99; 36" and under $5.99; parent w/a child $5.99. Parking $8. American Adventures has rides designed especially for families with kids under 12. 250 Cobb Parkway N., Marietta. 770-948-9290.

Atlanta Motor Speedway. Daily tours. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Sun. 1-4:30 p.m. Adults, $5; children 7-18, $2; 6 and under, free. Call for group rates. Learn the track’s history, visit a VIP suite and take two laps around the track, depending on track availability. I-75 S to U.S. 19/41 (Tara Blvd.), Hampton. 770-707-7970.

The Beach at Clayton County International Park. Tues. -Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Adults, $9; Children, $7; Under 2, free. Parking $2. Enjoy four water slides, lakes to fish in, an adventure kiddie pool, an indoor pool and picnic areas all just south of Atlanta. 2300 Hwy. 138 SE, Jonesboro. 770-473-5425.

Bogan Park Aquatic Center. Leisure Pool Hours: Weekday hours vary; Sat. noon-6 p.m., Sun. 1 p.m.-6 p.m. Lap pool hours: Mon., Wed. 6 a.m.-9 a.m.; Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Adults, $5; Children 4-10, $4; Under 3, $2. 2723 North Bogan Rd., Buford. 770-614-2063.

Centennial Olympic Park. Open daily. 7 a.m.-11 p.m. Free. The 21-acre park features the Fountain of Rings, a dancing water fountain, with free shows daily, 12:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m. Centennial Olympic Park Dr. & Marietta St., Atlanta. 404-222-7275.

Collins Hill Aquatic Center. Weekday hours vary; Fri. 9 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. noon-6 p.m.; Sun 1-6p.m. Adults, $5; Children 4-10, $4; Under 3, $2. 2200 Collins Hill Rd., Lawrenceville. 770-237-5647.

Georgia Aquarium. Open daily. Mon.-Sun. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Adults, $22.75; children 3-12, $17. Tour the world’s biggest aquarium. 225 Baker St., Atlanta. 404-581-4000.

Inside CNN Atlanta. Daily tours. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tour groups leave every 10 minutes. Adults, $12; children ages 4-18, $9. Children under 4 are not permitted. A behind-the-scenes look at the CNN newsroom, Turner Broadcasting memorabilia and a special effects studio. Reservations recommended. 1 CNN Center, Atlanta. 404-827-2300.

Lake Lanier Beach and Water Park. Sun.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Adults, $26.99; Sat. $29.99; Children, $16.99. This water park features Georgia’s largest wave pool, a sandy white beach and the famous "FunDunker". 7000 Holiday Rd., Lake Lanier Islands. 770-932-7200.

Mountain Park Aquatic Center. Weekday hours vary; Fri. 9 a.m.-6p.m.; Sun 1-6 p.m. Adults, $5; Children 4-10, $4; Under 3, $2. 1063 Rock Bridge Rd., Stone Mountain. 770-564-4650.

Oakland Cemetery. Open daily. 8 a.m.-dark. Twilight Tours Sat. & Sun. 6:30 p.m. Free to hike. Visitor’s Center open Mon.-Sun. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Starting March 18 guided walking tours, Sat. 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; Sun. 2 p.m. Adults $10; children $5. Self-guided walking tour maps are available for $2. Atlanta’s oldest cemetery includes the graves of Margaret Mitchell, Bobby Jones and Confederate soldiers. 248 Oakland Ave., Atlanta. 404-688-2107.

Red Top Mountain. Open daily 7 a.m.-10 p.m. Admission is free. Parking $3. 781 Red Top Mt. Rd., Cartersville. 770-975-0055.

Rhodes Jordan Aquatic Center. Weekday hours vary; Fri. and Sat., noon-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m. Adults, $5; Children 4-10, $4; Under 3, $2. 100 E. Crogan St. Lawrenceville. 770-822-5143.

Robin Lake Beach. Callaway Gardens. Open daily 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Adults, $13, Children, $6.50, Under 5, free. Hwy. 18, Pine Mt. 800-225-5292.

Six Flags Over Georgia. Daily 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Adults $49.99; 48" and under $29.99; 2 and under free. Located on I- 20, just west of Atlanta. 770-948-9290.

Stone Mountain Park. Open daily. 6 a.m.-midnight. Park entrance, $8 per vehicle. Call for hours. One day all attraction pass-Ages 12 & up, $22; children 3-11 $18; 3 and under, free. The world’s largest mass of exposed granite features activities including an Antebellum Plantation, Crossroads, The Great Barn, Treehouse, Ride the Ducks, Laser Show, Scenic Railroad and more southern family fun. U.S. 78, Stone Mountain. 770-498-5690.

Sun Dial View. Westin Peachtree Plaza. Daily tours. 10 a.m.-11 p.m. Adults, $5; children 6-12, $3; children under 6, free. Get a panoramic view of Atlanta atop the city’s tallest hotel. Telescopes available. 210 Peachtree St., Atlanta. 404-589-7506.

Sun Valley Beach. Mon.-Sun. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Adults, $16; Children 2-11, $14. Enjoy the largest pool in the Southeast with 11 waterslides, playground and picnic areas and concession stands. Each Thur. through Aug. 4, the park offers dinner for the family. 5350 Holloman Rd. Powder Springs. 770-943-5900.

West Cobb Aquatic Center. Mon.-Thurs., 2-4 p.m.; Fri., 3-9 p.m.; Sat. and Sun. 2-5 p.m. Adults, $3.18; Children, $2.12. 3675 Macland Rd., Powder Springs. 770-22-6700.

White Water Park. Open daily 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Adults $34.99; Children 48" & under, $24.99. Come hang out at the biggest water park in Georgia. 250 Cobb Parkway. N., Marietta. 770-948-9290.

World of Coca-Cola. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 1 a.m.-4 p.m. Adults, $9; children 4-11, $4; under 4, free. Taste sodas from all over the world! Trace the history of Coke through memorabilia, commercials and more. 55 MLK, Jr. Dr., Atlanta. 404-676-5151.

Wren’s Nest. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Adults, $8; students, $6; 12 and under, $5. Tour the home of Joel Chandler Harris, author of the Uncle Remus stories. 1050 Ralph D. Abernathy Blvd., Atlanta. 404-753-7735.

Zoo Atlanta. Open daily. 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. (ticket booth closes at 4:30 p.m.) Adults, $17.99; children 3-11, $12; under 3, free. The zoo features everything from the Outback Station, an African rainforest and pandas to snakes and lizards. Enjoy monthly storytelling and animal encounters at Mommy and Me (additional fee). 800 Cherokee Ave., Atlanta. 404-624-5600.

Animal Encounters. Chattahoochee Nature Center. Thursdays. 3 p.m. Free with admission. Adults, $3; seniors and kids 3-12, $2; under 3, free. Learn about the native wildlife living here through a 30-minute live animal presentation. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055.

Drop-in Kids Classes. Atlanta Botanical Garden. July 15 or 29. 1:30-2:30. $6, plus general admission. In July enjoy Mosaic Masterpieces by using different media like seeds, beans and construction paper to create mosaics to take home. 1345 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta. 404-876-5859.

Craft Activities for Kids. Lakeshore Learning Store. Sat. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free. Kids ages 3 and up participate in creative activities. 2757 Cobb Pkwy., Atlanta. 770-951-1700.

Family Fun Day. Perimeter Mall. Every Wed. 10 -11 a.m. Free. Have a blast with crafts, storytime, sing-a-longs, magic shows, puppet shows and more. 4400 Ashford-Dunwoody Rd., Atlanta. 770-394-4270.

Star Talk. Fernbank Museum of Natural History. Wed. 3 p.m. Adults, $12; children, $10; children under age 2, free. Learn where to find stars in the evening sky with the help of a Fernbank astronomer and discuss the legends and technology behind the stars. 767 Clifton Rd. NE, Atlanta. 404-929-6300.

Fourth Saturday Family Fun Days. Centennial Olympic Park. Through Sept. Noon-4 p.m. Free. Activities include street performers, specialty displays, touring shows and plenty of great activities for children. Centennial Olympic Park Dr. & Marietta St., Atlanta. 404-222-7275.

The Planet Patrol. Fernbank Science Center. Through Aug. 13. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sat. & Sun. 1:30 p.m. Adults $4, Children $3. Join Sam and his assistant Elmo as they explore the nine planets of our solar system looking for intelligent life, flying by or landing on each planet. Come join the planet patrol! 156 Heaton Park Dr., Atlanta. 678-874-7102.

Chocolate: The Exhibition. Fernbank Museum of Nature History. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Through Aug. 13. Adults, $12; Students & seniors, $11. Children 12 & under, $10. This exhibit takes visitors on a mouthwatering exploration of the plant, products, history and culture of chocolate. 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta. 404-929-6300.

A Celebration of Souls: Day of the Dead in Southern Mexico. Fernbank Museum of Natural History. Through Aug. 20. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m. -5 p.m. Adults, $12; Students & seniors, $11; Children, $10. Stunning photographs, shot in Mexico, reveal the observance of the annual Day of the Dead celebration. 767 Clifton Rd., Atlanta. 404-929-6300.

Bodies...The Exhibition. Atlanta Civic Center, through Sept. 4. Mon.-Thurs. 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Fri.-Sun. 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Adults, $20; children, $15; parking, $5. See real human bodies, preserved through an innovative process and then respectfully presented. The exhibit displays human skeletal, muscular, respiratory and other systems and organs. Recommended that children be accompanied by an adult. A children’s audio tour is available. 395 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta. 404-881-2000.

Niki in the Garden. Atlanta Botanical Garden. Through Oct. 31. Tuesday - Sunday, 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., with extended hours on Thursdays until 9 p.m. Adults, $12; students, $7; children under 3, free. The world’s largest exhibition of internationally renowned artist Niki de Saint Phalle’s outdoor sculptures. Includes enormous animals, mythical figures, totems, and sports heroes. 1345 Piedmont Ave., Atlanta. 404-876-5859.

Bounce Groove. Open play: Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and Mon. 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m. $6 per child. www.bouncegroove.com. 2120 Ronald Reagan Boulevard, Cumming. 678-455-6225.

Bounce-n-Bob’s. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $9-$10; under 2, $4.50. 1936 Briarwood Ct., Atlanta. 404-634-4964.

Cream Puffs Jumpy Place. Tues.-Thurs. 3-8 p.m.; Fri. 3-9 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. noon-6 p.m. $6.99/hr. Off Highway 316. 770-466-3437.

Fiesta Jumps. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Sat.-Sun. private parties only. $8-$9 ages 2-12; $5-$6 ages under 2. 233 Arnold Mill Rd., Woodstock. 770-384-8699.

Fun 4 Every 1. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. noon-6 p.m. $7 for 30 min.; $12 for $1 hr. 5900 Sugarloaf Pkwy., Lawrenceville. 770-277-5386.

Jeronimo! Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sat. date night 5:30-9 p.m. (call for reservations); Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $7.95; under 5, $5. 1570 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Ste. 240, Roswell. 770-552-2772.

Jump Jamboree. Mon. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Tues. 1-7 p.m.; Wed. & Thurs. parties only; Fri. 4-9 p.m.; Sat 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 1-6 p.m. $7. 3502 Diversified Dr., Loganville. 678-333-8777.

Jumpin’ Jacks Playland. Tues.-Fri. 9:30-11 a.m., 4-8 p.m. $6-8. 325 Henderson Pkwy., Alpharetta. 770-777-0070.

Jumpin’ Jamboree. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. $7. 2534 Royal Place, Ste. E, Tucker. 678-294-4562.

Jump!Zone. $7-$8. Open play and private parties. 3215 Hill St, Duluth. 678-318-3544.Tue., Wed. & Fri. 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Thurs. 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; 2317 Danbury Ln., Gainesville. 678-318-1958. Mon.-Tue. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. & Wed.-Thurs. Noon-8:30 p.m. 3981 Hwy 78, Loganville. 404-419-6235. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. 3080 Northfield Pl., Roswell. 404-419-6315. Tue.-Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Opening July 15: 222 Brown Industrial Pkwy, Canton. 678-318-1884.

Kangaroo Kids. Mon.-Thurs. 11 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun. noon-6 p.m. $5-$8. 1330 McDonough Place, McDonough. 770-288-2707.

KangaZoom. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. 9:30-11:30 a.m. $8; under2, $5. 4479 Atlanta Rd., Smyrna. 770-384-0707.

Little Jumping Bean. Mon-Sat. 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., $7.75; Fri.-Sun. $9; 2 & under, $5. 504 Amsterdam Ave., Atlanta. 404-897-3646.

Monkey Bizness. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Play sessions, $6/half hr.; $10/hr. 4800 Briarcliff Rd. NE, Atlanta. 770-939-2499.

Monkey Joe’s. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Fri.-Sun. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Mon.-Thurs., $7.99; Fri.-Sun., $8.99; 2 and under, $5. 1019-B Collier Rd., Atlanta. 404-351-1818; 3190 Reps Miller Rd., Norcross. 770-734-9774; 700 Holcomb Bridge Rd., Roswell. 678-381-0400; 5805 State Bridge Rd., Duluth, 770-497-8952; 7442 Douglas Blvd., Douglasville, 770-577-6446.

Parties on Air. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. $5. Open jump. 3400 River Green Ct., Ste. 400, Duluth. 678-417-1445.

Pump It Up! Tues.-Wed. 10-11 a.m. $5/child. Ages 2-5. Tuesday Tire ‘Em Out Night. Tues. 7-8:30 p.m. $7/child. Ages 2-12. 460 Brogdon Rd., Ste. 400, Suwanee. 678-714-4505.

APEX Museum. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults, $4; children, $3; under 4, free. Exhibits featuring the contributions and accomplishments of African-Americans. 135 Auburn Ave. NE, Atlanta. 404-523-2739.

Atlanta History Center. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Sun. noon-5:30 p.m. Adults, $15; children 4 -12, $10; under 3, free. Experience Atlanta’s past through special exhibitions, historic homes and garden tours. Magic Mondays features weekly story-telling and activities for toddlers. 130 W. Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta. 404-814-4000.

Atlanta Preservation Center. Tour times vary. Adults, $10; students, $5. Guided walking tours through the Fox Theatre and historic downtown. 327 St. Paul Ave., Atlanta. 404-688-3350.

Bartow History Center. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun. 1-5. Adults, $3; students, $2. View life in northwest Georgia from the 1830s through the 1950s with hands-on displays. 13 N. Wall St., Cartersville. 770-382-3818.

Booth Western Art Museum. Tues.-Wed. & Fri.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs. 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Adults, $8; students, $5; children 12 and under, free. This museum features Western American art and sculpture, a presidential gallery, a Civil War gallery and more. 501 Museum Dr., Cartersville. 770-387-1300.

Bulloch Hall. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. 1-3 p.m. Tours on the hour. Last tour at 3 p.m. Adults, $8; children 6-12, $6. Tour the 1840s home of President Theodore Roosevelt’s mother, Mittie Bulloch. 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell. 770-992-1731.

Center for Puppetry Arts. Wed.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Museum admission: Adults, $8; children, $6. Free with the purchase of a $14 show ticket. This interactive museum features more than 350 puppets. 1404 Spring St., Atlanta. 404-873-3391.

Cyclorama. Open daily. 9:20 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Adults, $7; children 6-12, $5; under 6, free. This 360-degree, 42-foot-high cylindrical canvas chronicles the Civil War Battle of Atlanta. 800 Cherokee Ave., Atlanta. 404-624-1071.

Funk Heritage Center. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Adults, $6; under 18, $4. The museum features Native American art, crafts and culture. 7300 Reinhardt College Pkwy. Waleska. 770-720-5971.

Gone with the Wind Museum–Scarlett on the Square. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults, $7; students, $6; children 8 and under, free. Largest private GWTW collection, original costumes and Vivien Leigh’s Academy Award. 18 Whitlock Ave., Marietta. 770-794-5576.

Georgia State Capitol Tour. Mon.-Fri. 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. Free. Get an overview of the capitol’s history and lawmaking process. Visit the House of Representatives and Senate. Conclude with a visit to the museum. 431 State Capitol, Atlanta. 404-656-2844.

Governor’s Mansion. Tues.-Thurs. 10-11:30 a.m. Free. Take a self-guided tour through the governor’s Greek Revival mansion. 391 W. Paces Ferry Rd., Atlanta. 404-261-1776.

The Herndon Home. Call for reservation. Adults, $5; children, $3. Visit the mansion of Alonzo Herndon, founder of Atlanta Life Insurance Co. 587 University Pl., Atlanta. 404-581-9813.

Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $11; children under 2, free. Play and learn about art, science, creative problem-solving, reading, nutrition and culture. Playgrounds for Playgroups, Thurs. 10-11 a.m. Free with museum admission. Join other parents for complimentary Starbuck’s while your children interact in a kid friendly environment. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta. 404-659-5437.

Interactive Neighborhood for Kids. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $6; under 2, free. Kids explore child-sized models of a dentist office, grocery store, 1950s cafe and more. 203 Green St. SE, Gainesville. 770-536-1900.

Ivan Allen Jr. Braves Museum. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Sun., 1-3 p.m. Adults, $10; children 13 and under, $5. Tours of Turner Field leave on the hour. Trace Braves history through more than 500 artifacts. 755 Hank Aaron Dr., Atlanta. 404-614-2311.

Jimmy Carter Library and Museum. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-4:45 p.m.; Sun. noon-4:45 p.m. Adults, $8; students, $6; children 16 and under, free. Includes personal memorabilia of the former first family. 441 Freedom Pkwy., Atlanta. 404-865-7100.

Kennesaw Mountain National Battlefield Park. Open daily. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. This park features hiking trails and Civil War history. 905 Kennesaw Mountain Dr., Kennesaw. 770-427-4686.

Margaret Mitchell House. Open daily. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults, $12; students, 13 & older, $9; children 4-12, $5; under 4, free. Tour photography and archival exhibits that tell the story of the Gone With the Wind author. 990 Peachtree St., Atlanta. 404-249-7015.

Marietta Museum of History. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Sun., 1-4 p.m. Adults, $5; children, $3; under 6, free. Located on the second floor of the Kennesaw House, the Homelife Gallery, Civil War Gallery and the General History Gallery contain artifacts for every visitor. 1 Depot Street, Marietta. 770-528-0430.

Martin Luther King Jr. Historical Site. Open daily. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Tour the King Center, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Dr. King’s birth home and the Visitor Center. 450 Auburn Ave., Atlanta. 404-331-5190.

Michael C. Carlos Museum. Tues.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. Free; suggested donation, $7. See Egyptian mummies, sub-Saharan African art, and prehistoric artifacts and art. 571 S. Kilgo St., Atlanta. 404-727-4282.

Rhodes Hall. Mon.-Fri. 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. noon-3 p.m. Adults, $5; students, $4. Tour the historic mansion built in 1904 for the owner of Rhodes Furniture Company. 1516 Peachtree St. NW, Atlanta. 404-885-7800.

Robert C. Williams Paper Museum at Georgia Tech. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. Groups of ten or more must book a guided tour. Learn the history of paper through the museum’s collection of watermarks, papers, machines and manuscripts. 500 10th St., Atlanta. 404-894-5700.

Root House Museum. Tues.-Sat. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Adults, $4; students, $2. This 1850s house and museum has a working kitchen and gardens. Corner of Polk St. and N. Marietta Loop, Marietta. 770-426-4982.

Roswell Ghost Tour. Roswell Square. Most Fridays. 6:45 -8:30 p.m. $10. Experience the charm and mystery of the deep south and its ghosts while wandering through the historic district with a guide. 617 Atlanta St., Roswell. 770-641-3760.

Smith Plantation. Mon.-Sat. 10:00 a.m. (on the hour) until 3 p.m.; Sun. (on the hour) 1-3 p.m. Adults, $8; children 6-12, $6; children under 6, free. Walking tours of the home of Archibald Smith, one of the founders of Roswell. 935 Alpharetta St., Roswell. 770-641-3978.

Southeastern Railway Museum. Thurs.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults, $7; children 2-12, $4. Explore a variety of old railroad cars. Train rides are available, weather permitting. 3595 Peachtree Rd., Duluth. 770-476-2013.

Southern Museum of Civil War & Locomotive History. Mon.-Sat. 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Sun. noon-5 p.m. Adults, $7.50; children 4-12, $5.50; children 3 & under, free. This museum features historical exhibits illustrating the importance of railroads during and after the Civil War. 2829 Cherokee St., Kennesaw. 770-427-2117.

Srochi Jewish Discovery Museum. Marcus Jewish Community Center. Tues. 1-4 p.m.; Wed. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Thurs. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $2. An interactive museum for children ages 2-12 featuring Jewish traditions, holidays and history. 5342 Tilly Mill Rd., Dunwoody. 770-395-2532.

Stately Oaks Plantation. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Call ahead for Sat. Adults, $8; children 5-11, $4; 4 and under, free. Tour the 1839 Greek Revival plantation where Union soldiers camped during the Battle of Jonesboro. 100 Carriage Lane, Jonesboro. 770-473-0197.

Teaching Museum North. Call for hours. Free. Exhibits include The Ladies of the White House, the Holocaust, a log cabin and a turn-of-the-century court room. Reservations required. 791 Mimosa Blvd., Roswell. 770-552-6339.

Teaching Museum South. Call for hours. Free. Exhibits include Diary of Anne Frank, a court room, city transportation and more. 689 North Ave., Hapeville. 404-669-8015.

William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum. Mon.-Thurs. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri. 10 a.m.-3 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Adults, $10; students, $4; children 3-6, $2; under 3, free. Atlanta’s Jewish Heritage and Holocaust museum, teaching tolerance and personal responsibility. 1440 Spring St. NW, Atlanta. 404-870-1630.

Atlanta Botanical Garden. Tues.-Sun. 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Adults, $12; students, $7; under 3, free. The garden includes a conservatory, woodlands and a children’s garden. Guided tours are offered each Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. 1345 Piedmont Ave. NE, Atlanta. 404-876-5859.

Autrey Mill Nature Preserve. Trails: Open daily 8 a.m.-dusk. Free. Visitor center: Tues.-Fri. 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Hike and learn about nature, culture and heritage. 9770 Autrey Mill Rd., Alpharetta. 770-360-8844.

Cagles Dairy Farm. Market, M-F, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Seasonal tour hours vary (see website). $7. Guests ride along on a tractor-pulled hay wagon as it makes the daily rounds of this 19th Century farm. 362 Stringer Rd., Canton. www.caglesdairy.com. 770-345-5591.

Chattahoochee Nature Center. Mon.-Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. Adults, $3; children, $2; children under 2, free. Enjoy nature trails and wildlife exhibits. 9135 Willeo Rd., Roswell. 770-992-2055.

Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area. Open daily. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free; parking, $3. Enjoy jogging, fishing, biking, rafting and more. Interstate Pkwy. off I-285 or Columns Dr. off Johnson’s Ferry, East Cobb. 770-952-4419.

Dunwoody Nature Center. Open daily. Mon.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. The center has a 1.3-mile discovery trail and playground. 5343 Roberts Dr., Dunwoody. 770-394-3322.

Elachee Nature Science Center. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults, $3; children 2-12, $2. The center includes trails, science and nature displays. 2125 Elachee Dr., Gainesville. 770-535-1976.

Fernbank Museum of Natural History. Mon.-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. noon-5 p.m. Adults, $12; students, $11; children 3-12, $10; children 2 and under, free. See dinosaurs, children’s discovery rooms and Georgia history. Enjoy monthly storytelling and activities. See the IMAX films Amazon & Dolphins . Adults, $10, students, $9; children 3-12, $8. 767 Clifton Rd. NE, Atlanta. 404-929-6300.

Fernbank Science Center. Mon.-Wed. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Thurs.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 1-5 p.m. Free. Enjoy natural science exhibits, planetarium shows and a forest. 156 Heaton Park Dr., Atlanta. 678-874-7102.

Panola Mountain State Park. Open daily. 7 a.m.-dark. Nature center: Tues.-Fri. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sat.-Sun. noon-5 p.m. Free; parking, $3. Wed. parking is free. Hike through three miles of trails and view live animal exhibits. 2600 Hwy. 155 SW, Stockbridge. 770-389-7801.

Paradise Pastures Farm and Petting Zoo. $7. Tours by appointment only. Have a fun day at the farm with the horses, sheep, pigs and more and take in the fresh air while enjoying a hayride. 650 Taylorsville Macedonia Rd., Taylorsville. 770-382-4119.

Pettit Creek Farms. Tour times vary, call for availability. $7 for farm walk-about. Farm features Farmland Petting Zoo including baby zebra and camels, hay ride farm tour, nature walks, open fields for sports games, and inflatable bounces. 337 Cassville Road, Cartersville. 770-386-8688.

Rainbow Ranch. Tues.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Fishing fun for the whole family. All rods, reels, bait and tackle are provided free. Fish sold at $4.29 per pound. 41 Ruth Lane, Cumming. 770-887-4797.

Reynolds Nature Preserve. Open daily. 8:30 a.m.-dusk. Nature center: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; First Sat. of each month 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Free. Hiking trails and reptile, amphibian and bee exhibits. 5665 Reynolds Rd., Morrow. 770-603-4188.

Tadpole Fishing Hole. Sat. & Sun. 9 a.m.-6 p.m. through Sept. Rods, reels, buckets and bait are free, fish are $4.29 per lb., must keep what you catch, ice and cleaning are available, picnic tables, no fishing license required. 1955 Rockmart Rd., Villa Rica. 770-456-7663.

Tanglewood Farm. Wed.-Fri. 10 a.m.-2p.m. (last ticket sold at 1 p.m.); Sat. & Sun. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. (last ticket sold at 4 p.m.) $8; under 1, free. Includes self-guided tour and pony ride. This 10-acre Wild West town has more than 100 miniature farm animals to see, pet and feed. Pre-registration required for large groups. 171 Tanglewood Dr., Canton. 770-667-6464.

Weinman Mineral Museum. Mon-Sat. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults, $4; children 6-11, $3; 5 and under, free. Exhibits include fossils, a rock garden, meteorites and antique mining equipment. 51 Mineral Museum Dr. NE, White. 770-386-0576.

Yellow River Game Ranch. Open daily. 9:30 a.m.-6 p.m. (last ticket sold at 5 p.m.) Adults, $8; children 2-11, $7; children under 2, one free with paying adult. More than 600 animals and birds are on a 24-acre see-and-touch preserve. 4525 Hwy. 78, Lilburn. 770-972-6643.

Barnes & Noble. Call for storytimes. Free. Alpharetta; Buckhead; Cumberland; Fayetteville; Gwinnett; Mall of Georgia; Norcross; Perimeter; Southlake; Town Center.

Borders. Call for storytimes. Free. Austell; Buckhead; Buford; Douglasville; Duluth; Dunwoody; East Cobb; Kennesaw; Midtown; Parkway Pointe; Snellville.

Cozzi Café. Storytime. Wed. 10 a.m-11 a.m., Thurs. 3 p.m.-4 p.m. Free. The famous Miss Mary visits and offers storytelling, crafts and singing. 3942 Cherokee St., Ste. 601, Kennesaw. 770-499-2233.

Little Shop of Stories. Storytimes are Sun. 3 p.m.; Tues. 11 a.m.; Thurs. 7 p.m. Free. Wear your pajamas on Thursday nights for Bedtime stories. 515 A McDonough St., Decatur. 404-373-6300.

Metro Area Libraries. Call your local branch for dates and times. Free. Toddler story times and family programs.

Read It! Imagine It! The Children’s Museum of Atlanta. Every Mon. 11:30 a.m.-noon. Free with museum admission, $11; children 2 and under, free. Join Ms. Imagination with your lunch, blanket and then be ready to delve into the world of books. 275 Centennial Olympic Park Dr., Atlanta. 404-659-5437.

Spanish Bookstore and School. Storytelling with Spanish storyteller Cuenta Cuentos Fridays at 3:30 p.m. Free. Puppet shows Sat. 11 a.m. $3; children under 2 free. 251 Village Pkwy., Marietta. 770-916-0660.

Little Twinkles Storytime. Sat. & Sun. 11 a.m. Free. Come for storytelling followed by music and arts n’ crafts. Puppet shows, sing-along's and more for all ages. Free coffee for adults and snacks for kids every weekend morning. 1940 Briarwood Ct., Atlanta. 404-248-0000.

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