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Georgia Museum of Art

90 Carlton Street, Athens, GA 30602
(706) 542-GMOA
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Ranked #4 of 15 attractions in Athens
4.5 of 5 stars 12 Reviews
Type: Art Museums
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onthecorner
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 3, 2012

Great collection of art and material culture and great staff More

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37 reviews 37 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 14, 2012

They do fantastic temporary exhibitions and the staff are very friendly and helpful. More

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Fort Myers, Florida
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 12, 2012

One of the more interestin museums of its size. It was worth the trip, which wasn't far from downtown. More

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Georgia
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14 reviews 14 reviews
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5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2012

Exhibits vary, but there is always one that is worth the trip. The permanent collection is every changing and the Southern artists work is my favorite. More

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Madison, Georgia
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15 reviews 15 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 10, 2012

what agreat place to come and see art,the high museum in atlanta is great too More

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Athens, Georgia
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66 reviews 66 reviews
Reviews in 16 cities Reviews in 16 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed January 17, 2012

This is actually a really good art museum. Lots of variety and the art is displayed appropriately. A great place to spend some time if you are in Athens... Plus it's cheap. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 24, 2011

This is worth the time to visit. University of Georgia (Carlton Street) in Athens. Exhibits vary. More

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Columbus, Ohio
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54 reviews 54 reviews
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26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed November 17, 2011

This museum is on the campus of the University of Georgia. It is do-able in about 1-1.5 hours. They have a variety of different types of media and various genres of American art. The traveling exhibit space was the best part so watch for this when you plan your visit. The museum is free, the closest parking will cost you... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed August 27, 2011

Lovely day trip food from Ike+Jane a wonderful bonus. More

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Watkinsville GA
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed August 23, 2011

This is a great museum, especially with the renovation/addition. The permanent collection is amazing and the temporary exhibits are very worthwhile. The outside sculpture garden is lovely. All in all very enjoyable. Also, there is a nice place for lunch for a coffee break right in the Museum. More

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