MODA EVENTS

Tasting: Learn About Chocolate with Xocolatl
In-person at MODA
Perfect for chocolate lovers, curious minds, and anyone eager to experience the complexity and beauty of craft chocolate—and learn more about Xocolatl, an Atlanta-based craft chocolate maker.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Design ATL: Neighborhoods of the Future
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 14 – 18
Work on hands-on projects, collaborate with other creative minds, and get a real feel for how design shapes the communities where we live, work, and play.

LEGO® Adventures: Neighborhood Builders
SOLD OUT
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Explore the basics of urban planning through creative building and understand just how important community spaces are.

City Lab: Build Your Block
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 10 – 13
Explore the essentials of urban design and learn how neighborhoods are structured to be vibrant, functional, and welcoming to everyone.

Cask & Cacao: Whiskey Meets Chocolate at MODA
In-person at MODA
Join us for an indulgent evening of design, flavor, and discovery at Cask & Cacao: Whiskey Meets Chocolate at MODA, a spirited fundraiser hosted by MODA’s Board of Directors in support of the museum’s exhibitions and educational programs.

Member Meetup + ONE: Art, Archives, & Identity at Emory
In-person at Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory
Join us for an inspiring experience where design meets art and culture. Connect with fellow design enthusiasts and delve into the unique inner workings of exhibitions, history, and archives.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Members Only: Factory Tour & Tasting at Xocolatl Small Batch Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Join MODA at the Xocolatl Small Batch Chocolate factory and tasting room for a factory tour and tasting, hosted by one of Xocolatl’s knowledgeable tasting guides!

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

LEGO® Adventures: Reinvent & Rebuild
SOLD OUT
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Learn the art of adaptive reuse by repurposing old buildings and city spaces using LEGO® bricks. Discover how redesigning can create fresh opportunities and sustainable solutions—all while having tons of fun!

Design ATL: Old Made New
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 14 – 18
Explore how imaginative design can breathe new life into spaces that have lost their purpose and discover how to blend history with innovation to create something entirely new—and entirely yours.

City Lab: Back to the Future
SOLD OUT
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 10 – 13
What if we could take old, forgotten buildings and turn them into something amazing for the future? Explore how to transform existing structures into vibrant, new spaces while preserving their history and character.

Tasting: Learn About Chocolate with Xocoatl
In-person at MODA
Perfect for chocolate lovers, curious minds, and anyone eager to experience the complexity and beauty of craft chocolate—and learn more about Xocolatl, an Atlanta-based craft chocolate maker.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Art Adventures: Mural Makers
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Explore the colorful world of murals by creating their own large-scale artworks, guided by a Camp Director from PaintLove!

LEGO® Adventures: Techie Town Takeover
SOLD OUT
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Get ready to dive into the exciting world of technology! Explore how tech shapes our cities and makes life better using LEGO® bricks and LEGO® Spike robotics.

City Lab: Street Art Studio
SOLD OUT
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 10 – 13
Create your own unique pieces of public art, working on projects designed to make an impact and add beauty to shared spaces.

Business X Design: Jocelyn DeBuke of JARDÍ Chocolates
In-person at MODA
Join us for a deliciously inspiring evening with Jocelyn Debuke, the founder and creative force behind JARDÍ Chocolate, Atlanta’s beloved maker of exquisite, hand-crafted bon bons.

Tasting: Chocolate & Coffee with Lewis Pogue Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Join Tom Simons of Lewis Pogue Chocolate for a rich, multisensory exploration of two of the world’s most beloved beans—cacao and coffee.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

LEGO® Adventures: Art Attack in the City
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Create stunning public art installations using LEGO® bricks and discover how art can beautify, inspire, and unite communities.

City Lab: Wired for the Future
SOLD OUT
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 10 – 13
Use LEGO® bricks and LEGO® Spike robotics to build your very own tech-driven cityscapes while exploring how technology is transforming urban life.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Tasting: An Evening with Lewis Pogue Artisan Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Join Georgia-based chocolate maker Tom Simons of Lewis Pogue Chocolate for a guided tasting that celebrates the complexity, culture, and craft of fine chocolate.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Business X Design: Xocolatl Small Batch Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Join us for a rich and eye-opening evening with Elaine Read and Matt Weynadt, founders of Xocolatl Small Batch Chocolate—Atlanta’s pioneering craft chocolate company devoted to transparency, sustainability, and the power of good design. The conversation will be facilitated by Gene Kansas.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Tasting: Learn About Chocolate with Xocoatl
In-person at MODA
Perfect for chocolate lovers, curious minds, and anyone eager to experience the complexity and beauty of craft chocolate—and learn more about Xocolatl, an Atlanta-based craft chocolate maker.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Tasting: Learn About Chocolate with Xocoatl
In-person at MODA
Perfect for chocolate lovers, curious minds, and anyone eager to experience the complexity and beauty of craft chocolate—and learn more about Xocolatl, an Atlanta-based craft chocolate maker.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Art Adventures: Design-A-City
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Step into the role of urban designers and create your very own city model, guided by a Camp Director from PaintLove!

LEGO® Adventures: Transportation Tinkers
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Dream up and construct their very own vehicles and infrastructure using LEGO® bricks and LEGO® Spike robotics.

City Lab: Greenprint for the Future
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 10 – 13
Dive into the principles of sustainability and discover how to design cities that care for our planet.

Sunday Funday: Bestie Bash on the Plaza
In-Person | All Ages Welcome!
Every second Sunday is a Sunday Funday at MODA — a vibrant, creative block party right on the plaza! This month, join us for a Bestie Bash and celebrate National Best Friends Day!

Member Preview for BITTERSWEET: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Join us for an exclusive Member Preview of our newest exhibition, BITTERSWEET: The Design of Chocolate, before it opens to the public!

LEGO® Adventures: Eco Explorers
SOLD OUT
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Get ready for a week of building, exploring, and going green! Campers will dive into the world of sustainability while designing and building awesome eco-friendly creations using LEGO bricks.

City Lab: Move it! Transportation Reimagined
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 10 – 13
Dive into the world of transportation and discover how cars, trains, and more connect our cities and shape our lives.

Guided Tour of THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data
In-person at MODA
Join us for a guided tour of our current exhibition, THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Design Conversation with Christine Wertheim: The Crochet Coral Reef
In-person at MODA
Join MODA for a Design Conversation with Christine Wertheim, co-creator of the internationally acclaimed Crochet Coral Reef project, part of which is featured in THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Guided Tour of THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data
In-person at MODA
Join us for a guided tour of our current exhibition, THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Kids Create Saturday: Space Explorers
In-Person | All Ages welcome!
MODA invites families to imagine what life beyond Earth could look like and create LEGO® rockets, planets, space stations, and more

A Stitch in Time with Sarah Roberts
In-person at MODA
Explore the art of embroidery as a way to extend the life of well-loved household textiles while adding a personal, artistic touch.

Sunday Funday: Midtown Blooms Art Party
In-Person | All Ages Welcome!
Join us for chalk art and crafting florals during Sunday Funday

Blooms & Bubbly: A MODA Mother's Day Sip & Shop
In-person at MODA
Celebrate Mother’s Day in full bloom at MODA’s Blooms & Bubbly—a stylish afternoon of shopping, sipping, and soaking up the love.

Guided Tour of THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data
In-person at MODA
Join us for a guided tour of our current exhibition, THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Subversive Embroidery with Scraplanta Creative Reuse
In-person at MODA
Join MODA and Scraplanta for an afternoon of stitching, storytelling, and resistance.

Textiles & Sustainability: A Workshop with Interior Designer Caryn Grossman
In-person at MODA
Ready to refresh your space and make choices that are kinder to the planet? Whether you’re planning a redesign or just curious about sustainable materials, join us for an inspiring evening led by award-winning interior designer Caryn Grossman.

Wine & Design: Guided Tour of THREADS of CHANGE
In-person at MODA | Ages 21+
Join us for a glass of wine and a guided tour as we experience the transformative power of textile art in THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

GREATNESS: Diverse Designers in Architecture with Pascale Sablan
In-person at MODA
Join MODA for an inspiring evening with Pascale Sablan, FAIA, NOMAC, LEED AP, award-winning architect and CEO of Adjaye Associates and founder of Beyond the Built Environment.

Guided Tour of THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data
In-person at MODA
Join us for a guided tour of our current exhibition, THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Knitted Brain 1 & Knitted Brain 2: Gallery Talk with Dr. Karen Norberg
In-person at MODA
Join us for a delightful morning at MODA as Dr. Karen Norberg shares insights into her work on Knitted Brain 1 and Knitted Brain 2, the extraordinary textile sculptures featured in THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Weaving Waste Into Works, a Workshop with Sayma Hossain
In-person at MODA
Whether you're a seasoned maker or trying your hand at something new, this engaging session will show you how textile art can transform single-use plastics into something extraordinary.

Guided Tour of THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data
In-person at MODA
Join us for a guided tour of our current exhibition, THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Knots of Resistance: A Hands-On Workshop with Sarah Lawrence
In-person at MODA
Discover the wonders of encrypted messages, history and storytelling, and hands-on community connection with workshop leader Sarah Lawrence!

Sunday Funday: Nature Weaving
In-Person | All Ages Welcome!
Join us for nature weaving during Sunday Funday!

Guided Tour of THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data
In-person at MODA
Join us for a guided tour of our current exhibition, THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Wine & Design: Guided Tour of THREADS of CHANGE
In-person at MODA | Ages 21+
Join us for a glass of wine and a guided tour as we experience the transformative power of textile art in THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Sandra Sawatzky: The Making of The Black Gold Tapestry
In-person at MODA
Join us for a design conversation with Sandra Sawatzky, creator of The Black Gold Tapestry, a 220 hand-embroidered tapestry featured in THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Guided Tour of THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data
In-person at MODA
Join us for a guided tour of our current exhibition, THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Business X Design: MADPOP by Greg Mike
In-person at MODA
How does branding, art, design, graffiti, skateboarding, and soda come together to make something deliciously cool?
To find out, join us as we ‘consume creativity’ and discover the whimsical world of Atlanta-based company, MADPOP— a seriously fun brand that is redefining the soda pop industry with thoughtful design!