{"612182":{"#nid":"612182","#data":{"type":"news","title":"8 Spots to Visit in Atlanta ","body":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EStrolling along the art-lined BeltLine. Sipping on a cappuccino at Am\u0026eacute;lie\u0026rsquo;s French Bakery \u0026amp; Caf\u0026eacute;. Hiking to the top of Stone Mountain. There\u0026rsquo;s no shortage of spots to explore beyond the walls of your lab and the boundaries of campus.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cp\u003EHere are eight of our favorite spots to visit around Atlanta:\u0026nbsp;\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n\r\n\u003Cul\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EGo green. \u003C\/strong\u003EIn spite of its location in the middle of Midtown, being in \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/piedmontpark.org\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EPiedmont Park\u003C\/a\u003E can make you feel like you\u0026rsquo;re far from the city. Walk along one of the park\u0026#39;s winding pathways, feed the ducks that swim in Piedmont\u0026#39;s pond, or bring a picnic and enjoy a lazy afternoon under the sun. Have an open Saturday morning? Stop by the park to enjoy live music and local vendors at the park\u0026rsquo;s Green Market. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECelebrate design.\u003C\/strong\u003E Enjoy a little culture at the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/museumofdesign.org\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EMuseum of Design Atlanta\u003C\/a\u003E \u0026mdash;\u0026nbsp;otherwise known as \u0026ldquo;MODA\u0026rdquo; \u0026mdash; which is the Southeast\u0026rsquo;s only museum dedicated to the world of design. At the midtown MODA, you\u0026rsquo;ll find exhibits exploring topics like social justice, the use of text in art, and the history of knitting in America.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EStroll the BeltLine.\u003C\/strong\u003E If you prefer your art in the fresh air, head over to Atlanta\u0026#39;s \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/beltline.org\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EBeltLine\u003C\/a\u003E trail. This outdoor project, which was conceived by a Tech graduate student, uses an existing 22-mile historic rail corridor that encircles the City of Atlanta as its foundation. As you stroll the BeltLine, you\u0026rsquo;ll find sculptures, murals, and other works of art lining the path. Plus, there are plenty of restaurants and other spots to grab a bite to eat along the way.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETravel back in time.\u003C\/strong\u003E Pay your respects to some of Atlanta\u0026#39;s most prominent figures like golfer Bobby Jones and author Margaret Mitchell at \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/oaklandcemetery.com\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EOakland Cemetery.\u003C\/a\u003E This landmark blends the beauty of a park with the historical significance of a museum. You can wander around on your own, or join a guided tour for a more in-depth experience. \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETake in a show. \u003C\/strong\u003E Experience Broadway the Atlanta way at the \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/foxtheatre.org\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EFox Theatre.\u003C\/a\u003E The historic venue has played host to shows including \u003Cem\u003EThe Book of Mormon\u003C\/em\u003E and \u003Cem\u003EHamilton,\u003C\/em\u003E and musical acts like Widespread Panic. FYI, arrive early to take in the theater\u0026rsquo;s unique architecture, which comes complete with a twinkling blue ceiling that mimics the night sky.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESnack and study. \u003C\/strong\u003E Muffins, macaroons, and croissants \u0026mdash;\u0026nbsp;oh, my! If you\u0026rsquo;re looking for a spot where you can grab a bite to eat while studying, look no further than \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/ameliesfrenchbakery.com\/atlanta-amelies\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EAm\u0026eacute;lie\u0026rsquo;s French Bakery \u0026amp; Caf\u0026eacute;.\u003C\/a\u003E The restaurant is located right off of west campus on Marietta Street. Grab a cup of coffee or tea to enjoy with a pastry or soup and sandwich, and then settle in at one of the spot\u0026rsquo;s many tables.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDress to impress.\u003C\/strong\u003E Thanks to Atlanta\u0026#39;s thrift stores, looking great doesn\u0026#39;t have to break the bank. One of our favorites is \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/ragorama.com\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003ERag-O-Rama\u003C\/a\u003E located in the Little Five Points neighborhood. Here you\u0026rsquo;ll find a large selection of high-quality used clothes. Find your new favorite pair of jeans, browse their endless selection of discount footwear, or dig up the perfect tacky sweater for a holiday party.\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\t\u003Cli\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETake a hike.\u003C\/strong\u003E Want a great leg workout that comes with a stellar view of the city? Head to \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/stonemountainpark.com\u0022 target=\u0022_blank\u0022\u003EStone Mountain Park,\u003C\/a\u003E and hike to the top of one of Atlanta\u0026rsquo;s few mountains. Plus, the park also offers golf, light shows, and festivals to keep people coming back all year long.\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u0026nbsp;\u003C\/li\u003E\r\n\u003C\/ul\u003E\r\n","summary":null,"format":"limited_html"}],"field_subtitle":"","field_summary":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EThe next time you have a little free time to explore, here are eight of our favorite spots to visit around the ATL.\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"field_summary_sentence":[{"value":"The next time you have a little free time to explore, here are eight of our favorite spots to visit around the ATL."}],"uid":"27445","created_gmt":"2018-10-01 20:25:20","changed_gmt":"2018-10-01 20:38:56","author":"Amelia Pavlik","boilerplate_text":"","field_publication":"","field_article_url":"","dateline":{"date":"2018-10-01T00:00:00-04:00","iso_date":"2018-10-01T00:00:00-04:00","tz":"America\/New_York"},"extras":[],"hg_media":{"612181":{"id":"612181","type":"image","title":"Fox Theatre","body":null,"created":"1538424739","gmt_created":"2018-10-01 20:12:19","changed":"1538424739","gmt_changed":"2018-10-01 20:12:19","alt":"Fox Theatre","file":{"fid":"233039","name":"fox theatre.jpg","image_path":"\/sites\/default\/files\/images\/fox%20theatre.jpg","image_full_path":"http:\/\/hg.gatech.edu\/\/sites\/default\/files\/images\/fox%20theatre.jpg","mime":"image\/jpeg","size":565907,"path_740":"http:\/\/hg.gatech.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/styles\/740xx_scale\/public\/images\/fox%20theatre.jpg?itok=6H0kfWsk"}}},"media_ids":["612181"],"related_links":[{"url":"http:\/\/grad.gatech.edu","title":"Office of Graduate Studies "},{"url":"https:\/\/www.atlanta.net\/50Fun\/","title":"50 Fun Things to Do in Atlanta"}],"groups":[{"id":"221981","name":"Graduate Studies"}],"categories":[{"id":"129","name":"Institute and Campus"}],"keywords":[{"id":"1808","name":"graduate students"}],"core_research_areas":[],"news_room_topics":[],"event_categories":[],"invited_audience":[],"affiliations":[],"classification":[],"areas_of_expertise":[],"news_and_recent_appearances":[],"phone":[],"contact":[{"value":"\u003Cp\u003EAmelia Pavlik\u003Cbr \/\u003E\r\nOffice of the Vice Provost for Graduate Education and Faculty Development\u003C\/p\u003E\r\n","format":"limited_html"}],"email":[],"slides":[],"orientation":[],"userdata":""}}}