Events

August 8, 2026 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Monthly Exhibition Tour: Collection HIGHlights

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August 9, 2026 | 12 - 5 p.m.

UPS Second Sunday

On the second Sunday of each month, we offer free admission for all visitors and special family-friendly programming! Enjoy art-making activities, performances, and the High’s collection and special exhibitions.
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August 15, 2026 | 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Oasis

Discover tranquility and connection at Oasis, a mindfulness-centered experience held on the third Saturday of each month.
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August 19, 2026 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Access for All

Join us for a day of free admission and drop-in programming for adults of all ages! Whether you like to explore on your own, join a conversation, or create art, there is something for you. Come as you are and stay as long as you like.
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August 21, 2026 | 6 - 10 p.m.

Friday Jazz

Don’t miss an evening of live jazz at the High every third Friday.

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August 23, 2026 | 1 - 3:30 p.m.

Study Hall: A Creative Connection Space for Working Artists

Study Hall is a monthly work session that invites Atlanta artists to create, experiment, and connect inside the museum. The program offers a consistent, low barrier space for self-directed creative practice and peer exchange. Artists work at their own pace while enjoying a supportive environment that highlights the museum as an active cultural space.
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September 2, 2026 | 2 - 3 p.m.

Meet Your Museum: Adult Tour

Designed for new members, or any members looking to get a fresh perspective, this leisurely tour offers an hour of looking and learning led by a High Museum of Art docent. Stools and assistive listening devices will be provided.
Two women stand in an art gallery, observing colorful abstract paintings displayed on white walls. The floor is wooden, and the atmosphere is quiet and contemplative.

September 4, 2026 | 6 - 10 p.m.

High Frequency Friday

Set out on a musical journey with the city’s most popular DJs. Explore the museum’s special exhibitions and collections.
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September 5, 2026 | 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Family Saturday

Family Saturdays incorporate arts programming for everyone. Friends and families of any age can experiment, play, and make art in studio workshops and learn about art on view through gallery tours.

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September 5, 2026 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Weekend Family Tour

Explore the High as a family on this interactive, docent-led adventure through the galleries. Designed for members and their families, this tour will give you the chance to discover new works or find your favorite artist!
A group of people, including a woman, a boy, and two others, stand in a brightly lit art gallery, looking attentively at colorful artworks displayed on a white wall.

September 5, 2026 | 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Toddler Saturday

Toddler Saturdays engage children’s creativity and explore monthly topics with related artwork, art-making activities, and self-guided tours.
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September 12, 2026 | 11 a.m. - 12 p.m.

Monthly Exhibition Tour: I SPY! Walter Wick’s Hidden Wonders

Can you see what I see? Join us as we explore the works of Walter Wick, one of the nation’s most famous photographic illustrators. Throughout his decades-long career, his award-winning books, including the I SPY! and Can You See What I See? book series, have captivated readers across cultures and generations, combining art, craft, and technology to inspire discovery and wonder.
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