In-person
This Jane’s Walk, taking place between Midtown and Downtown, focuses on themes of art, architecture, history, and culture.
Join Scott Morris — researcher, architectural historian, and educator — for a tour will that will cover the blocks where Downtown meets Midtown! You’ll have opportunities to see residential, commercial, and sacred architecture, plus MARTA rail stations, public art, and skyline views (bring your camera)!
This route includes buildings from the 1880s to the 21st century, and we'll take time to discuss the history and planning decisions that shaped this vibrant area of Atlanta!
The Details
Distance of Walk: ~ 1 mile
Getting There: You’ll meet at MARTA's North Avenue Station. Find the group gathered on the steps at the corner of North & West Peachtree. The best way to get there is by taking MARTA, but you can also bike! Should you choose to drive, there is paid street parking on West Peachtree.
Accessibility: This walk covers paved and unpaved terrain. It is not wheelchair accessible.
What to wear and bring: Wear comfortable walking shoes, and bring a bottle of water. Consider bringing protection from the sun, and don’t forget a camera if you’d like to take advantage of some great photo opportunities!
Registration
Jane’s Walks are free to attend, but registration is required. Please click the link below to save your spot!
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Jane’s Walk is an annual global festival honoring the legacy of urbanist, activist, and writer Jane Jacobs with free, citizen-led walking tours through the neighborhoods that lend so much character to our cities.
The festival promotes civic engagement and encourages leaders and participants to share stories about their communities and use walking as a means of connecting with their neighbors.
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Scott was born and raised in Atlanta’s Morningside neighborhood and has nearly 20 years of experience as a researcher, architectural historian, and educator. He's an instructor with GSU's heritage preservation program, a professional historian in the Midtown neighborhood, and he's passionate about the built environment! Most importantly, Scott wants to partner with fellow Atlantans to make a difference!
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North Avenue MARTA Station
713 W Peachtree St, Atlanta GA, 30308We'll meet at MARTA's North Avenue Station. Find the group gathered on the steps at the corner of North & West Peachtree.
The best way to get there is by taking MARTA, but you can also bike! Should you choose to drive, there is paid street parking on West Peachtree.
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MODA reserves the right to cancel a program if the minimum enrollment requirements are not met.
If you need to cancel your plans for any reason, we kindly request that you notify us 48 hours prior to the event start.
By doing so, we can release your seat to another individual interested in joining us for this Jane’s Walk!
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Email Mary at maryk@museumofdesign.org with any questions.