After four hours of meetings I still had energy and enthusiasm to get out and see some of Atlanta. This city is rich with interesting things to do: tour CNN, visit Coca Cola HQ, see the Olympic Park, and much much more. I chose to continue two quests started long ago: to visit as many presidential museums and civil rights memorials as I can manage.
Down a long narrow parkway called Freedom Park are important sites of two native Georgians: President Jimmy Carter and Doctor Martin Luther King Jr.
For a long time I’ve heard of The Carter Center and knew vaguely that it was President Carter’s vehicle for continuing his work. Little did I know it was connected to the Carter Presidential Library and Museum. As usual it was a wonderful facility which documented and payed homage to the president. It wasn’t among the best but then he was a one-term president who had a very troubled final year. Still, I’m glad I went as it’s one more notch in my belt.
At the opposite extreme of the park was the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site. Basically, this was a preserved area from Dr. King’s childhood and included his birth house, his family church, and some buildings that played a role in his life. In addition there were memorials including the National Historic Site, The King Center, and Dr. King’s Tomb. The more I learn, the deeper my appreciation for his life and his work.
As the sun set I bought a cup of coffee and drove into the hinterland.
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