Take a walk with us.

History Afoot Atlanta offers walking tours led by historians that connect what exists now and what came before. We bring Atlanta’s past to street level as we explore the lives, struggles, and triumphs of those who shaped the city and called it home.

Wondering what we have scheduled?

Use the links below for calendar and booking links. 

Calendar of Tours
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Looking for Rich’s 1882 Tour Information?

Join us on a hard hat tour of the 1882 building at 82 Peachtree SW to learn about its past and future. M. Rich & Bros transformed shopping in Atlanta and in doing so endeared themselves to generations of Southerners.

To register, go to the South Downtown page on Eventbrite. 

Frequently Asked Questions -

Where? The Beltline, Downtown, and historic areas or landmarks such as the Old Fourth Ward and Ponce City Market.  For aviation fans, consider our tour at the Delta Flight Museum. For more details, see our “Tours” page.

When? We offer public tours on a mix of weekdays and weekends.  Check our calendar for specifics - and let us know if there is a tour that interests you that isn’t on the schedule. 

Why take a walk with History Afoot?  We combine fun and factual information to see the Atlanta we find fascinating.  Telling stories of the many diverse people who have lived in Atlanta, we hope you’ll go home with new ways to see your own family history or ways your community history connects to Atlanta history.

“...GREAT energy and everything is so well researched! She has a way for personalizing and making it fun for people who know Atlanta or who do not. ”
— Sarah, Atlanta Visitor
“I love to see traces of the previous worlds that existed - the curve of the train tracks, the railroad signal, the small houses that still exist....”
— Claudia, Atlanta
“I loved your tour. I want to go on all your tours!”
— Helen, Atlanta

Meet Our Historians

Lisa Flaherty

Amy Durrell

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Two groups seized the moment to take a history walk with me yesterday! It’s crazy weather but a great opportunity to explore Atlanta. I hope you find a way to enjoy this weather. #atlantawinter
Join us in South Downtown to walk through the building that solidified M Rich & Bros position as Atlanta’s shopping destination. Come with us as we explore the past and future of one of Atlanta’s remaining buildings documenting the ci
After 101 years the Rich’s at 82 Peachtree is having a grand re-opening! Come explore the building where Morris Rich’s Dry Goods Store became the iconic Rich’s Department Store. On this hard hat tour we will talk about Rich’

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