The best arts & culture spots in DeKalb County

“Skip the same old weekend routine and wander The Oddities Museum, Inc, where goats share space with a real goat 'unicorn' skull, quack medicine relics, and carnival chalkware figures. They’re hosting an Art Collage Meetup this Saturday, August 8, so bring your curiosity and a friend.”

From the North ATL newsletter, August 4, 2026

“Whether you want to geek out under towering dinos or trade your passport for the Giant Screen Theater’s 4-story documentaries, Fernbank Museum | 3D Theater | Forest packs in Atlanta science fun with 75 acres of WildWoods and Fernbank Forest, a canopy walk, live critters and second-Friday Fernbank After Dark for…”

From the Atlanta newsletter, October 4, 2026

“When the group chat needs a smart plan, Fernbank Science Center delivers with hands-on exhibits, live animals, and immersive planetarium shows that make space feel around the corner. Easy win for curious kids and grownups, plus a dependable go-to when Atlanta weather ignores your plans.”

From the South Fulton newsletter, September 3, 2026

“Michael C. Carlos Museum is where Atlanta sneaks off for Greek and Roman sculpture, an Egyptian collection with actual mummies, and thoughtful rotating exhibitions. Go for a quick docent-led tour or linger with the provenance stories...”

“Dalton Gallery at Agnes Scott College runs as a teaching gallery, curating contemporary exhibitions that engage the intellectual and social challenges of our time. Expect eclectic, idea-forward work that leaves you thinking on the drive home, a low-key way to recharge your creative batteries this week.”

From the Mableton newsletter, August 13, 2026

“Indie Craft Experience is a curated marketplace of independent artists and makers where you can meet the people behind handmade goods, original art, and vintage treasures, plus jump into hands-on activities. Since 2005 they’ve turned shopping into a creative hangout worth penciling in this week.”

From the Stonecrest newsletter, August 20, 2026