Inside the $58M Expansion of Atlanta’s Civil & Human Rights Center

Downtown Atlanta just celebrated a major cultural milestone — the National Center for Civil and Human Rights has officially reopened after a $58 million expansion and renovation.

The project added two new wings, updated the original exhibits, and introduced brand-new spaces for families, events, and deeper storytelling around our city’s history.

The expansion includes:
• New galleries and immersive exhibits
• A redesigned display of the Morehouse College MLK Jr. Collection
• A rooftop terrace overlooking Downtown
• The Shirley Clarke Franklin Pavilion for events and classrooms
• Café + retail upgrades
• 40% participation from minority and women-owned contractors

This update strengthens the Center’s mission while giving Atlanta a more modern and accessible cultural experience. Are you planning to check out the upgraded Center?