Center for Puppetry Arts and Museum

The Center for Puppetry Arts is a unique cultural treasure - a magical place where children and adults are educated, enlightened and entertained. Since 1978, the Center has introduced millions of visitors to the wonder and art of puppetry, and has touched the lives of many through enchanting performances, curriculum-based workshops and the hands-on Museum, as well as Distance Learning and Outreach Programs. The Museum's goal is to present the history of puppetry in various cultures and to demonstrate the impact of the art form as a teaching, healing and communication tool. Virtually every culture in the world has some form of puppetry. The Museum is meant to be an introduction for the American public to the diversity and universality of the art of puppetry, and thus the humanity behind it. In addition to collecting puppets from around the globe, the Museum also collects examples of the four main categories of puppets: shadow, rod, hand and marionette (or string). Hybrid puppets, such as hand puppets that also have rods, are also included. This place is a magical destination where Center is a magical place where adults as well as children can be entertained and educated with puppetry.

Location: We are conveniently located in Midtown at the corner of Spring and 18th Street. We are minutes from Georgia Tech, the High Museum of Art and The Varsity. We are next door to The William Breman Jewish Heritage Museum. Atlanta, GA

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The Georgia Music Hall of Fame

The 43,000 square foot facility features permanent and changing exhibits that include music, video, memorabilia, instruments, performance costumes and more. Over 450 artists are represented in the exhibits. The Music Factory Children's Wing encourages children to explore the world of music through interactive exhibits and hands-on activities. The Zell Miller Center for Georgia Music Studies houses the museum's library and archives. Educational programs include guided and speciality tours, workshops and lectures. The museum hosts frequent special events, concerts and exhibit openings.

Location: 395 Piedmont Ave. Atlanta, GA

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SciTrek

SciTrek is Georgia's only interactive science and technology center. Over 150 permanent exhibits let you explore light and color, simple machines, perception and illusion, and more! An activity-packed area called Kidspace is especially designed for children from ages two to seven. And our regularly scheduled science shows will amaze you and delight you with zany feats of "magic" that demonstrate the natural laws of science.

Location: 4182 Forsyth Rd. Macon, GA

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Fernback Science Center - Fernbank Museum of Natural History

Fernback Science Center: The goals of Fernbank Science Center are - 'To develop an informed scientifically literate citizenry' - 'To develop and contribute to new curriculum trends and innovative methods of instruction' - 'To improve the public understanding of science' - 'To be involved in professional, scientific and educational activities on the local, state and national level'.
Fernbank Museum of Natural History: Explore the world of dinosaurs, artifacts, science, shells, wildlife, IMAX fils and much more. Unique exhibitions combined with special educational programming and more.

Location: N.E. Atlanta, GA

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National Science Center

Welcome to the National Science Center, the only science center dedicated to exciting students across the nation about math, science, and technology. At The National Science Center, math and science are not lifeless, boring subjects to be approached with skepticism. Instead, they are fascinating areas of knowledge which are great fun to explore! We strive to ignite the curiosity of young people and instill within them the desire to learn. We want to help America's youth experience the thrill of discovery! Challenging. Entertaining. Educational. Interactive. Visionary. Meeting the needs of so many in such creative ways. National in scope and national in impact.

Location: One 7th Street, Augusta, GA

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