The Museum of Design Atlanta, often shortened to MODA, is a design museum in Midtown Atlanta with no permanent collection, showing a single rotating exhibition at a time. This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, transport and parking, accessibility, and practical visitor tips.
This guide was updated in July 2026. Because MODA doesn’t keep a permanent collection, what’s on view changes throughout the year; the current exhibition, Public Notice: US International Poster Biennial, opened on 27 February 2026, so it’s worth checking the current show before a visit.
Quick facts
| Opening hours | Closed Monday and Tuesday; Wednesday to Sunday, 12:00–7:00 PM |
| Ticket prices | General $12; free for children aged 0 to 5 |
| Address | 1315 Peachtree St. NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 |
| Nearest transport/parking | Arts Center MARTA Station, directly behind the building; no dedicated museum parking |
| Typical time needed | 1–1.5 hours |
The Museum of Design Atlanta opening hours
The Museum of Design Atlanta is closed Monday and Tuesday. From Wednesday to Sunday, it’s open from 12:00 to 7:00pm.
These hours apply year-round, with no separate summer or winter schedule.
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The Museum of Design Atlanta ticket prices
General admission costs $12. Seniors, active military, educators, and students pay $8, youth aged 6 to 12 pay $5, and children aged 0 to 5 enter free. MODA members enter free.
Groups of 10 or more receive a discounted rate of $10 per person. Visitors who arrive by public transport receive a 20% discount on admission.
Because MODA doesn’t keep a permanent collection, admission covers whichever single exhibition is currently on view. The current show, Public Notice: US International Poster Biennial, has been running since 27 February 2026.
The Museum of Design Atlanta isn’t included in a citywide pass such as Atlanta CityPASS or Go City Atlanta, though both passes cover other Atlanta sites such as the Georgia Aquarium, World of Coca-Cola, and Zoo Atlanta.
Opening hours and ticket prices were checked on the official MODA visitor page and last updated in July 2026.
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How to get to the Museum of Design Atlanta
The Museum of Design Atlanta is on the ground floor of the 1315 Peachtree Building in Midtown, directly across the street from the Woodruff Arts Center.
By MARTA, take the North or South rail line to Arts Center Station, directly behind the Woodruff Arts Center. Exit at the top level onto Peachtree Street, then use the crosswalk at 16th Street and Peachtree to reach the museum.
Parking at the Museum of Design Atlanta
The Museum of Design Atlanta doesn’t offer its own parking. Public parking lots serve the Midtown Arts District, and metered street parking runs along Peachtree Street NE; the closest deck is the paid Lanier parking deck at 1337 Peachtree St NE.
Cyclists can use bike racks along Peachtree Street, including one directly outside the museum and another at Arts Center MARTA Station.
How long to spend at the Museum of Design Atlanta
Most visitors spend one to one and a half hours at the Museum of Design Atlanta, since the galleries occupy a single floor and hold one exhibition at a time.
Visitors joining a private guided tour, which lasts about an hour, should add this to their overall visit time.
Accessibility at the Museum of Design Atlanta
All galleries and restrooms at the Museum of Design Atlanta are wheelchair accessible, and the galleries occupy a single floor with multiple seating options. Stools are available during guided tours for visitors with mobility concerns.
Guided tours can be arranged for visitors with sight, hearing, or physical disabilities, and sensory-friendly quiet hours can be arranged on request. MODA participates in Museum for All, offering free admission for up to four people per EBT card during normal operating hours.
Inside the Museum of Design Atlanta: what to see
Because MODA has no permanent collection, its single rotating exhibition changes throughout the year. The current show, Public Notice: US International Poster Biennial, has been on view since February 2026.
Interactive elements within the current exhibition are open to touch, though the rest of the gallery follows a no-touching policy. Photography, video, and selfies are welcome as long as flash is turned off.
MODA’s Design Shop, next to the galleries, sells design-focused gifts and books related to the current exhibition.
Private guided tours, available for groups of 6 to 20 people aged 14 and over, include a staff-led walkthrough of the exhibition lasting about an hour.
Practical visitor tips
| Topic | Tip |
|---|---|
| Timing | Visit later in the afternoon on a weekday, since the museum is closed Monday and Tuesday. |
| Crowds | Weekend afternoons tend to be busiest; a Wednesday or Thursday evening visit is usually quieter. |
| Layout | All galleries are on one floor, so the whole exhibition can be seen without backtracking. |
| Entry process | Large bags, backpacks, and strollers over 12″ x 15″ x 5″ must be checked at the front desk. |
| On-site logistics | Take MARTA if possible, since public transport users receive a 20% discount on admission. |
Frequently asked questions about the Museum of Design Atlanta
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is the Museum of Design Atlanta suitable for children? | Yes, though children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. |
| Do you need to book tickets in advance for the Museum of Design Atlanta? | No, though buying online can help avoid a queue at busier times. |
| Is the Museum of Design Atlanta open on Mondays? | No, it’s closed Monday and Tuesday; it opens Wednesday to Sunday from 12:00 to 7:00pm. |
| Is the Museum of Design Atlanta wheelchair accessible? | Yes, all galleries and restrooms are accessible, and the museum occupies a single floor. |
| Does the Museum of Design Atlanta have a permanent collection? | No, it shows one rotating exhibition at a time, so the displays change throughout the year. |
Things to do near the Museum of Design Atlanta
The High Museum of Art, a major art museum at the Woodruff Arts Center, is directly across the street.
SCAD FASH Museum of Fashion + Film, with rotating fashion and film exhibits, is a short walk away.
The Breman Museum, covering Jewish history and heritage, is a short walk away.
The Center for Puppetry Arts, a museum and theatre dedicated to puppetry, is about 10 minutes away.
Atlanta Symphony Hall, part of the Woodruff Arts Center, is directly across the street.
What to visit tomorrow
The Zuckerman Museum of Art, a contemporary art museum at Kennesaw State University, is about 30 minutes away.
The Georgia Museum of Art in Athens, a university art museum with a broad permanent collection, is about one hour 15 minutes away.
The Booth Western Art Museum in Cartersville, focused on Western and American art, is about 45 minutes away.
The Bo Bartlett Center in Columbus, a contemporary American realist art museum, is about one hour 45 minutes away.
The Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory University, with art and archaeology collections, is about 20 minutes away.
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