The Fernbank Museum of Natural History is one of Atlanta’s most popular attractions. It presents opportunities to explore our planet, its people and its cultures. The museum offers a number of permanent exhibits, as well as special exhibits that run throughout the year.
One of the most popular permanent exhibits is Giants of the Mesozoic, which is located in the Great Hall. The exhibit features fossil cast replicas of some of the largest dinosaurs that ever lived. These fossil remains were found in Patagonia, Argentina. Another permanent exhibition is titled A walk through time in Georgia. Theatrical presentations and exhibits tell the natural history of Georgia along with the development of planet Earth. Tea feel the nature The exhibit shows how we use our senses to interpret the environment around us. The most recent permanent exhibition is nature searchan interactive children’s exhibit that allows young visitors to become explorers, scientists and adventurers as they discover the natural world around them.
Fernbank currently hosts two special exhibits. Creatures: Dragons, Unicorns and Mermaids it will be open until August 14, 2011. This exhibit shows how many cultures around the world have created mythical creatures to explain the world around them. The other exhibition Seascapes – Picture by Sandra Gottlieb features 40 beautiful large-scale photographs. It will be on display until August 7.
Visitors to Fernbank can also enjoy the opportunity to experience performances from the IMAX Theater. The museum programs two 45-minute movies that alternate every hour. Two additional films are shown only on Friday nights at the museum’s Martinis and IMAX events. All these shows are for the whole family.
Outside the museum is Fernbank Forest, 65 acres of woodland that can be explored. Visitors may glimpse turtles, snakes, and many species of birds as they wander through mature forests. Less adventurous visitors can enjoy a stroll through the rose garden, which blooms from early spring to late fall.
The Fernbank Museum of Natural History is located at 767 Clifton Road, east of downtown Atlanta. Museum hours are 10 am to 5 pm Monday through Saturday and noon to 5 pm on Sundays. Martinis and IMAX events on Friday nights run from 6:30 pm to 11 pm
Admission to the museum is only $15 for adults, $14 for seniors and students with ID, and $13 for ages 3-12. IMAX tickets can be purchased separately and combined museum and IMAX tickets are available. Admission for Martinis and IMAX is $12 for adults. Parking is free. The Fernbank Museum Shop offers educational gifts, science kits, and jewelry. The Fernbank Cafe serves sandwiches, soups and pizzas. Fernbank is the perfect place to learn about our world’s natural history, experience incredible IMAX theater presentations, and enjoy special events and activities.