Fernbank Museum isn't just another museum-it's a journey to
another time and place. A visit to this Atlanta natural history museum brings a
unique opportunity to explore cultural treasures, experience the thrill of a
film in the IMAX® Theatre, enjoy science interactives and marvel at the largest
dinosaurs ever discovered.
5 Reasons to Visit Fernbank Museum of Natural History
- See the "Giants of the Mesozoic," the largest dinosaurs in the world.
- Then travel from the Appalachian Mountains to Okefenokee Swamp to coastal barrier islands in "A Walk through Time in Georgia," another of the permanent exhibitions at the Atlanta Fernbank Museum.
- The floors are made of 40,000 limestone tiles featuring fossils dating back to the Jurassic period.
- Highlights of Fernbank Museum of Natural History also include a 900-gallon saltwater aquarium, children's discovery rooms, a rose garden, and a dining room that offers a view of a 65-acre hardwood forest.
- The museum’s NatureQuest is an innovative children's wing featuring interaction with live animal habitats and exploration of ecosystems found throughout the state and in their own backyard. With hands-on activities for children of all ages, NatureQuest's multi-level clubhouse provides an immersive experience for the whole family.