Not-to-Miss Exhibits and Immersive Experiences Around Atlanta

Butterfly Encounter at Chattahoochee Nature Center

Catch these special exhibits in metro Atlanta. Most attractions recommend purchasing tickets in advance; call or check websites before you go for hours.

Change Agent Adventure

National Center for Civil and Human Rights
Journey on a magic elevator to a “secret headquarters” and explore activities that build civic and social skills. This new permanent exhibit is designed for ages 12 and younger.

LooMoosh’s Magnificent Slime Mold

Sloomoo Institute
Explore the world of slime mold by creating a glowing light maze, learn fun facts and more at this immersive exhibit.

Goizueta Children’s Experience

Atlanta History Center
This immersive experience features the theme “Atlanta Sports,” teaching young children about the vibrant history of Atlanta’s major professional teams: Braves, Falcons, Hawks, Dream and United.

Voices & Votes: Democracy in America

Bartow History Museum
This traveling exhibit, in partnership with the Smithsonian Institution, explores independence, voting and the ideas behind democracy. July 25-Sept. 5.

Space Explorers: THE INFINITE

Pullman Yards
Experience life on the International Space Station with an immersive, 360-degree exhibit. Through August 13.

A Garden with Wings

Smith-Gilbert Gardens
Explore the beauty of butterflies in all stages of life at this butterfly house. Through Aug. 15.

DinoVerse Atlanta

Exhibition Hub, Atlanta Art Center
Enjoy a Dino Hall with more than 20 real fossils, explore fascinating dino science, go on a virtual reality adventure and more. Through Aug. 28.

Bubble Planet

Exhibition Hub
Explore all five senses with imaginative displays, including an LED Room, Bubble Ocean and more. Through August 28.

Wild & Wonderful: Folk Art by Alfred Glover

Atlanta Botanical Garden, Gainesville
Walk through a whimsical and wonderful landscape with these folk art sculptures. Through Aug. 30.

Butterfly Encounter

Chattahoochee Nature Center
Get up close and personal with hundreds of native butterflies and nectar plants. Through Aug. 30.

Niki in the Garden

Atlanta Botanical Garden
Celebrate the Garden’s 50th anniversary with an exhibition of Niki de Saint Phalle’s monumental sculptures that debuted at the site 20 years ago. Through Sept. 6.

Wild Kratts: Ocean Adventure!

Children’s Museum of Atlanta
Dive into ocean habitats to explore fascinating creatures, solve problems and help the Wild Kratts team foil the villains’ nefarious plans. Through Sept. 13.

T. rex: The Ultimate Predator

Fernbank Museum
Meet the entire tyrannosaur family with life-sized models, specimens and engaging interactives. Through Sept. 7.

Frame by Frame: The Art of Stop-Motion Animation

Center for Puppetry Arts
Featuring original puppets, sets and production materials, see the elements needed for this form of visual storytelling. Through Nov. 1.