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High Museum of Art

TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #7 of 199 attractions in Atlanta
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This stunning, porcelain-enameled building was designed by famed architect Richard Meier and is rivaled only by the art inside. Featuring American... more » This stunning, porcelain-enameled building was designed by famed architect Richard Meier and is rivaled only by the art inside. Featuring American, European and African art, as well as decorative art and photography, the High Museum boasts a permanent collection of over 11,000 pieces, many of which can be viewed from different levels of the four-story, glass atrium. « less
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Attraction type: Art museum, Museum, Art gallery, Other
Address: 1280 Peachtree St NE Atlanta, GA 30309
Tel: 404 733 4400

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4 of 5 stars
Sevierville, Tennessee
Sep 7, 2008

The museum building itself is beautiful. I thought their collection was lacking, it felt empty. The most extensive collection seemed to be of modern art.......and......well.....you know....modern art.......I'll just leave it at that. Now that being said: The highlights were the Louvre Atlanta with sculptures ranging from Egypt to Greco-Roman collections. The "pièce de résistance" was sculptures by Jean-Antoine Houdon. An... more

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4 of 5 stars
Athens, Georgia
Apr 13, 2008

I visited the High Museum in April of 2008. I had been warned that it might be a let down compared to bigger, older museums, so I was pleasantly surprised. We spent an entire afternoon there, and might have stayed longer if my feet hadn't started hurting. The collection might not contain the biggest names, but they have an interesting... more

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4 of 5 stars
Gadsden, Alabama
Nov 5, 2007

First time to High Museum of Art in Atlanta and I loved it. Went to see the Louvre Atlanta Exhibition of the Kings of France (Louis XIV, V and VI) in late August 2007. The paintings, sculptures, art came from the personal collections of these Kings. The museum also many other great works of art including great southern artists. The... more

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3 of 5 stars
Milwaukee, WI
Jun 19, 2007

I was just at the High Museum on June 14th. While the outside structure of the buildings is super cool, the inside layout makes it very difficult to manuver around the museum. Aside from it being hard to navigate, the exhibits were pretty lame - way too much space, and not enough art. They definitely to aquire more collections! There... more

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4 of 5 stars
Louisiana
Mar 30, 2007
1/1 found this review helpful

If you have never been here, the modern design of the buildings are nice to see. But for those of us who have been here several times or have been to other art museums in large cities, it's somewhat disappointing as a museum. This is more of a place to hang out for light conversation and for people watching. There... more

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5 of 5 stars
Tampa, FL
Mar 16, 2007
2/3 found this review helpful

Do not miss the Louvre Atlanta exhibit and take the time to walk through the rest of this lovely museum. Their website is good and gives you an accurate overview of the collection. $15 includes all and a audio guide to the Louvre exhibit. The museum is next to the Arts Center MARTA station. Check the website or call ahead... more

Apr 22, 2006
2/3 found this review helpful

I visited the museum on April 19, 2006. I had a great time. You really have to appreciate this kind of art to enjoy the High. I really enjoyed the sculptures and the art depicting African-American people. There are a total of 3 buildings, but the entire museum can be done in a few hours. more

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5 of 5 stars
Atlanta, GA
Nov 18, 2005
4/5 found this review helpful

Now the High is a true destination in its own. Amazing redesign. Once the new Symphony shapes up next door, Atlanta will have a serious combo punch for visitors. more

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2 of 5 stars
Atlanta, GA
Sep 6, 2004
12/24 found this review helpful

I live in Atlanta and have been to the High many times, and I must say that it's a waste of time unless there is a special exhibit that you are particularly interested in. more

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High Museum of Art Address

1280 Peachtree St NE, Atlanta, GA 30309
Tel: 404 733 4400