The Center for Civil and Human Rights is located at Pemberton Place in the Centennial Olympic Park tourism area, alongside the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca Cola, and the CNN Center. It opened in June 2014 after over ten years of planning and preparation. It's an important landmark for Atlanta, which was a hub of activity during the Civil Rights Movement and the … [Read more...] about Visiting the Center for Civil and Human Rights
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The South’s Best College Towns
The South is the land of college football as a religion, so it makes sense that the college towns here are on another level than those you'll find anywhere else in the country. What makes a great college town is a level of pride, not just for the school and its sports teams, but for the city as a whole. It has its own culture outside of the university, particularly in those … [Read more...] about The South’s Best College Towns
Weekend Guide to Atlanta, Georgia
Atlanta was formed as Terminus, where the Atlantic railroad terminated. It was burned to the ground during the Civil War, but famously rose from the ashes. The phoenix is still the city's mascot for this reason. Atlanta was home to the 1996 Olympics, which were marred by the bombing. It's been home to celebrities and musicians and is now one of the top filming locations … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Atlanta, Georgia
Film Friday: The Big Chill
A group of college friends reunite in South Carolina for the funeral of a friend and sparks fly as each compares what they've accomplished over the last few years. The Big Chill made stars of Glenn Close, Kevin Kline and Jeff Goldblum, among others. Specific scenes were filmed on Laurens Street in Beaufort, South Carolina, specifically the Tidalholm Mansion, the main filming … [Read more...] about Film Friday: The Big Chill
Film Friday: Diary of a Mad Black Woman
As with most Tyler Perry films, Diary of a Mad Black Woman is filmed in Atlanta. It tells of a seemingly perfect couple who falls apart as the wife finds out her husband plans on divorcing her. Kimberly Elise, Tyler Perry, Steve Harris, Shemar Moore and Cicely Tyson star in the comedy. Filmed In: Atlanta, Georgia If You Like: Waiting to Exhale, The Single Mom's Club … [Read more...] about Film Friday: Diary of a Mad Black Woman