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David J. Sencer CDC Museum, Atlanta, GA

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David J. Sencer CDC Museum

A free museum at CDC headquarters in Atlanta covering public health topics and the agency's history.

1600 Clifton Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30329 · Atlanta, GA

About David J. Sencer CDC Museum

The museum sits at CDC headquarters in Atlanta and presents exhibitions on a range of public health subjects along with the history of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It has permanent and rotating galleries, including displays on Ebola and the story of CDC. Visitors need a reservation made in advance, and walk-in visits are not allowed. The Wikipedia summary notes the museum is affiliated with the Smithsonian Institution.

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  • #history
  • #science
  • #free admission
  • #reservations required

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