Things to Do (A-B Listed)

APEX (African American Panoramic Experience) Museum. Exhibits presenting accomplishments and history from an African-American point of view. Closed Mondays, 10 am-5pm Tuesday-Saturday, 1-5pm Sunday. Admission: $ adults, children under 4 free. 135 Auburn Ave., Atlanta GA 30303. (404) 523-2739. http://www.apexmuseum.org/
The Art Barn. Meet, hold and pet a variety of farm animals, create art projects, take hayrides and more at this private party center. Nationally noted for their projects for kids, they also host may school events. By appointment only. Admission prices vary by size and type of group. 208 Roper Rd., Canton GA 30115. (678-319-0286). http://www.theartbarn.com/

Atlanta Botanical Garden. Atlanta's garden jewel features a children's garden, conservatory, woodlands and outdoor artworks. Numerours educational classes, plant sales and tours are offered, including kids programs and camps. Admission: Adults $12, children 3-17 $$9, under 3 free. 1345 Peidmont Ave. NE, Atlanta GA 30309. (404) 876-5859. http://www.atlantabotanicalgarden.org/

Atlanta History Center. Located on 33 acres in the Buckhead area, AHC features features one of the Southeast's largest history museums, including the Margaret Mitchell House. Living history programs, summer camps, homeschool days music series and festivals such as Sheep to Shawl are offered throughout the year. 130 Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta GA 30305. (404) 814-4400. http://www.atlantahistorycenter.org/

Atlanta Preservation Center. See Atlanta's history firsthand with guided walking tours including the Fox Theater, Grant park, the Sweet Auburn Historic District, Inman Park and more. Admission: Adults $10, students $5. 327 St. Paul Ave. SE, Atlanta GA 30312. (404) 688-3353, tour hotline (404) 688-3350. http://www.preserveatlanta.com/

Autrey Mill Nature Preserve. Nature preserve featuring 46 acres of woodlands, ravines, walking trails and a creek. A heritage village features four buildings dating to the mid-1800s. The visitor's center features animal and bird exhibits. Open 8am-dusk daily, visitor's center 10am-4pm Monday-Saturday. Admission: free.
9770 Autery Mill Rd., Johns Creek GA 30022. (678) 366-3511. http://www.autreymill.org/

Bartow History Center. Hands-on exhibits of life in Northwest Georgia through the 1950s. Includes a museum, archieves and gift shop. Open 10am-5pm Monday-Wednesday and Friday-Saturday, 10am-8pm Thursday, closed Sunday.
Admission: $Adults $3, students $2.
13 N Wall St., Cartersville GA 30120. (770) 382-3818. http://www.bartowhistorycenter.org/

The Beach at Clayton County International Park. Originally built to hold Beach volleyball events for the 1996 Olympics, this park features a swimming lake with waterslides, fishing, beach volleyball courts, hiking trails, tennis courts and picnic areas. Operating hours vary by season. Admission: Adults $10, children 3-12 $8, under 3 free. Exit 228 on Intersate 75, Hwy. 138, Jonesboro Ga. (770) 473-5425. http://www.thebeachccip.com/

Big Boot Ranch. 15 acre ranch in Henry County features private western themed parties and field trips. Field trips include hayrides, petting farm, fishing, moon walks, playground and horse/pony rides. Meals from the chuck wagon are additional. Summercamps and over-night camping are also offered. Admission: varies by type of event. By appointment only. 677 Panola rd., Ellenwood GA 30294. (770) 808-6262. http://www.bigbootranch.com/

Big Trees Forest Preserve. 30 acre urban forest with two creeks and old growth trees up to 200 years old offers 1 ½ miles of passive recreational trails. Open daily sunrise-sunset. Admission: free. 7645 Roswell Rd., Sandy Springs GA 30350. (770) 673-0111. http://www.bigtreesforest.org/

Booth Western Art Museum. 80,000 square foot museum featuring Western American art, a presidential gallery, Civil war gallery, and sagebrush Ranch, an interactive gallery for children. The museum also hosts authentic native American powwows and cowboy gatherings several times a year. Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday-Saturday 10am-5pm, Thursday 10am-8pm, Sunday 1pm-5pm, closed Monday. Admission: Adults $8, students $5, children under 12 free. 501 Museum Dr., Cartersville GA 30120. (770) 387-1300. http://www.boothmuseum.org/

Bulloch Hall. Built in 1839, this historic house was the home of Mittie Bulloch, the mother of our 26^th President, Theodore Roosevelt. Walking tours and various festivals are offered throughout the year. Open Monday-Saturday 10am-3pm. Admission: Adults $8, children 6-12 $6, under 6 free. 180 Bulloch Ave., Roswell, GA 30075. (770) 992-1731. http://www.bullochhall.org/