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Events & Programs
We present 50+ educational programs and events each year, including Contemporary Cocktails, Contemporary Kids, Contemporary Talks, Curator tours, film screenings, panel discussions, performances, donor excursions, and workshops.
Upcoming Events
June 7 – June 28
Contemporary Cocktails
Mixologist-in-Residence
Cole Just
Atlanta Contemporary welcomes a local bartender to become the Mixologist-in-Residence –here we invite the purveyors of Atlanta’s cocktail culture to share their story – over a finely crafted drink – with our audiences.
June 19 / 6:30pm
Contemporary Off-Site
Home Is Where the Art Is
City Hall, Atlanta
You are invited to go behind-the-scenes and see some of Atlanta’s best contemporary art collections.
June 21 / 7:00pm
Contemporary Cocktails
Thirsty Thursday + Young Professionals Happy Hour
Presented by Association of Fundraising Professionals
Join us as we welcome the AFP’s Young Professionals for Thirsty Thursday. Enjoy music by DJ Mike Stasny and cocktails by our Mixologist-in-Residence.
June 23 / 7:00pm
Special Event
Cinebash
Step into Saul Bass
Presented by Atlanta Jewish Film Festival
Step into the world of film with Cinebash, a first-ever film party that celebrates cinema through multimedia art forms.
June 24 / 12:00pm
Contemporary Kids
Contemporary Kids
A free and interactive family-friendly program, Contemporary Kids introduces children to contemporary art and artists through approachable media and hands-on activities.
June 28 / 6:00pm
Contemporary Cocktails
WUSSY Mag Vol 4 Release
Southern Queer Representation in Arts & Media
Presented by WUSSY Mag
Join us in welcoming WUSSY Mag for a issue release party and panel discussion for Vol. 4 w/Amanda Lepore – a brand new arts/literary zine featuring work from over 30 Southern + Queer artists.
July 5 – July 26
Contemporary Cocktails
Mixologist-in-Residence
Taylor Bottcher
Atlanta Contemporary welcomes a local bartender to become the Mixologist-in-Residence –here we invite the purveyors of Atlanta’s cocktail culture to share their story – over a finely crafted drink – with our audiences.
July 24 / 11:00am
Contemporary Off-Site
Home Is Where the Art Is
Atlanta History Center
You are invited to go behind-the-scenes and see some of Atlanta’s best contemporary art collections.
August 25 / 7:00pm
Art Party
ART PARTY 2018
Supports Free Admission, Every Day!
Join us for our annual fundraiser - a night in which our whole campus is transformed with programming on the pavilion, special presentations throughout the campus, and of course, Open Studios with our 14 artists in the Studio Artist Program.
September 21 – September 23
Contemporary Off-Site
Members Only Excursion
TORONTO
Join us for an art-filled weekend trip to Toronto. This member exclusive excursion is an opportunity to go behind-the-scenes with our Curator and explore all of the unique arts experiences the city has to offer. Visit several artist studios including: Jeremy Bailey, Tau Lewis, Esmaa Mohamoud, Kara Hamilton, Nadia Belerique, and more!
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Past Events
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