Atlanta Preservation Center launches celebrations of historic sites

The Phoenix Flies, a celebration of Atlanta’s historic sites is underway. This three-week series of events will showcase Atlanta’s historic resources through over 200 free events presented by the Atlanta Preservation Center and 104 community partners.

Highlights include:

Ansley Park: 11 a.m. March 19

Historic Downtown: noon March 19

Westview Cemetery Guided Walking Tours: 2 p.m. March 24 for the 19th century era and 3 p.m. March 24 for the Candler era

Midtown/SoNo: 2 p.m. March 18

North Avenue and the GA Tech Campus: 1 p.m. March 24

Information: www.atlantapreservationcenter.com

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