The Center for Civil and Human Rights 

Bartow History Museum 

DIY Gas Pump Craft: Fill ‘er up!

Tunes from the Tombs Oakland Cemetery

Heritage Park & Historic Village

This week take a step back in time and explore Georgia’s historic past.

History Comes Alive

The Center for Civil and Human Rights is an engaging cultural attraction in downtown Atlanta (adjacent to the World of Coca-Cola and Georgia Aquarium) that connects the American Civil Rights Movement to modern Global Human Rights Movements.  The Center’s inclusive, immersive and interactive experiences allow visitors of all ages to engage with dynamic stories. Sit-in at the lunch counter and experience what heroic protestors braved or stand face-to-face with Human Rights champions. The family guide includes information, puzzles and other activities to enhance your family’s visit. For more details, hours, and ticket information visit www.civilandhumanrights.org. Get social on Facebook and Twitter (@Ctr4CHR).

Bartow History Museum 

Make history fun for you and your child at the Bartow History Museum. Here are three ways to do just that: 

1. Fill ‘er Up at the newest feature exhibit. Gas stations have come a long way since the pump was invented! Hear the story of the service station, see a line-up of vintage gas pumps, and check out antique tools and fixtures from some of our old local stations.  
2. Let the Bartow History Museum take your child back in time this summer. Tour the lands and legends of famous king and queens. Practice detective skills as you solve mysteries in the museum. Jump into a time machine, travel around the world, and visit the American frontier.  Camp options starting at $72 a session.
3. Get hands-on, with the ability to touch history! How interactive can you get? Touch the belongings of Cherokee and early Pioneer families. You can even shop at the general store and work a shift in a textile mill. For more details, hours, and ticket information visit www.bartowhistorymuseum.org. Click here to enter to win tickets.

DIY Gas Pump Craft: Fill ‘er up!

Things you’ll need:
2 boxes – one bigger and one smaller
Wrapping Paper
Construction Paper
Markers
Spray bottle nozzle
For step by step directions click here.

Tunes from the Tombs @ Oakland Cemetery

Music festival features musicians performing among the historic cemetery’s monuments. Families can bring low-back beach chairs and blankets, to listen and dance to all music genres including folk, jazz and rock. Atlanta food trucks will be on hand to serve festival fare. Take advantage of the complimentary guided mini-tours.
248 Oakland Ave. SE, Atlanta.
404-688-2107.
When: June 13. 1-8 p.m.
Cost: Adults, $20; ages 3-12, $5; ages 3 and younger, free.
oaklandcemetery.com

Heritage Park & Historic Village

Take a step back in time and see what life was like in Henry County at the turn of the century. The 129-acre park’s Historic Village includes the county’s first library and a 1934 steam engine locomotive.
Other features of the park are the Veteran’s Wall of Honor, Heritage Park Veteran’s Museum, Kidsville Playground and the Heritage Community Garden.
101 Lake Dow Rd., McDonough.
770-288-7300
When: Open sunrise to sunset
Cost: Free
co.henry.ga.us or tourmcdonough.com

Too busy or not in town one week? Not a problem, you can view each week here.