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Altama Museum of Art & History, Vidalia, GA

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Altama Museum of Art & History

A Vidalia, Georgia museum that promotes art and preserves regional history, with free general admission and a suggested donation.

611 Jackson Street, Vidalia, Georgia 30475 · Vidalia, GA

About Altama Museum of Art & History

The museum in Vidalia, Georgia, aims to encourage artistic expression and keep the region's history alive. It offers cultural programming, educational classes and workshops, and exhibits from its collections. Visitors can arrange tours for families and groups. The building sits near downtown Vidalia, roughly between Macon and Savannah, close to Interstate 16. The museum has operated since 1980 and says it is currently closed for renovations, though tours may still be possible by special arrangement.

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