Since acquiring its first photograph in 1973 and creating its photography department in 1993, the High Museum of Art has continually worked to expand its collection of photographs, transforming it into one that showcases the history of the medium while mirroring the culture and time in which the works were made. Culminating those years of strategic work, and signaling the future direction for the department’s acquisitions, the High will present “New Acquisitions: Photography” from June 12 to Sept. 6. In addition to debuting new works, the exhibition will highlight the extraordinary breadth of photographs the institution owns and celebrate how crafting a collection is an art form in and of itself. Featured photographers include Dawoud Bey, Rahim Fortune, Nikita Gale, Martine Gutierrez, Richard Learoyd, Baldwin Lee, Catherine Opie, Ed Panar, Susan Worsham and more.

We will meet in the foyer of the High Museum at 10:45am for a group photo and to start our private tour.

What: High Museum, touring the “New Acquisitions: Photography“ exhibit

When: Saturday, June 27th, 2026 at 10:45am

Where: 1280 Peachtree Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30309 .

We recommend that you take MARTA to the Arts Center Station, or carpool. All parking nearby is paid. The Woodruff Arts Center Garage is $25 on the weekends.

Admission: $23.50 + tax;  No charge for members of the High Museum.

Food:                      We can have lunch at one of the many restaurants in the area.

Photography Tips: The stunning architecture of the museum building provides many photo opportunities. A midrange zoom is a good choice. A longer lens will help isolate subjects, a wide angle lens would enable dramatic perspectives. Tripods and flash are not allowed in the museum.

Carol Abbott is leading this field trip. She has been a docent at the High Museum for more that 20 years. Contact her at (404) 808-1468 if you have any questions.

Please RSVP so that we have a headcount of participants.