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The High Museum of Art in Atlanta, Georgia is one of the leading art museums in the Southeast. Founded in 1905 and now situated in the heart of Midtown Atlanta , the museum is home to over 15,000 works of art – with a collection that ranges from 19th century European and American art to modern and contemporary works by renowned international artists. The High offers an exceptional variety of educational programs, lectures, workshops and seminars for adults, families and children. It also hosts special exhibitions throughout the year that showcase art from around the world.

Visitors can explore more than 500 permanent works on display in seven galleries across two levels – including African sculptures and textiles; modern and contemporary photography; decorative arts such as furniture, ceramics, silver and glassware; American paintings from the 18th century onwards; prints from Europe, America and Asia; drawings from both Europe and America; 20th-century contemporary masterworks; European Renaissance paintings; 17th-century Dutch Old Masters; sculpture garden featuring a selection of 20th century icons like Henry Moore and Alexander Calder. Additionally, there are rotating installations featured throughout the galleries focusing on special themes or collections such as Pop Art or African Crafts.

The High is dedicated to engaging visitors with its diverse range of cultural offerings through world-class exhibitions, innovative educational programs, outstanding scholarship in its publications program, dynamic performances at its Richard Meier designed auditorium (the Woodruff Arts Center) as well as several public events hosted onsite throughout the year. The museum’s commitment to understanding diversity has earned it international respect for fostering appreciation for all cultures through thoughtful exhibition programming.

In addition to its expansive permanent collection, the High Museum also features an impressive array of traveling exhibitions presented throughout each year showcasing some of today’s most exciting artists such as Paul Cezanne or Claude Monet. In recent years these shows have been enhanced with interactive programs such as artist talks or interactive tours that provide an even deeper experience into their respective mediums. Along with these special exhibitions there are also a number of ongoing initiatives like “Art After Dark” which invites guests to explore the gallery spaces late into the evening hours while listening to live music performances or participating in hands-on activities inspired by current shows on view.

At its core The High Museum is devoted to creating meaningful experiences for all visitors regardless if they’re connoisseurs or first time visitors - where everyone is welcome to explore diverse cultures represented through fine art whether it be painting sculpture photography or other types of media making it one of Atlanta’s premier destinations for experiencing culture and creativity alike!