Top 4 Faith-Based Tours in Georgia
People of all faiths call Georgia home. In addition to the state's stunning synagogues and historic churches, several faith-centered museums share storied traditions. Regardless of religious affiliation, these museums and sites welcome visitors of all kinds — so grab a bag and make a modern pilgrimage to these unique locations.
Monastery of the Holy Spirit
The Monastic Life Heritage Center at the Monastery of the Holy Spirit in Conyers has a museum about the history of the Monastery, as well as life as a monk. See for yourself what it means to be a monk by attending mass at the chapel or talking to one of the monk’s working at the Center. There’s a fabulous gift shop with unique items, like tasty monk made fudge. Be sure to stop at the garden center and peruse the impressive array of bonsai plants.
Biblical History Center
Visiting the Holy Land isn’t realistic for most people. But a visit to the Biblical History Center, in LaGrange, Georgia, about an hour southeast of downtown Atlanta is almost better than a trip oversees. The Center explores ancient Middle Eastern life as a shepherd, farmer and villager, and covers hundreds of years in a compact garden environment, much easier (and cheaper) then traveling to the Holy Land. In addition to self-guided and guided tours, the Biblical History Center offers special programs that are well worth the price of admission.
The William Breman Heritage Museum
The William Breman Heritage Museum has a moving permanent exhibit called the Absence of Humanity, which looks at the events of the Holocaust from 1933 – 1945 through the eyes of Atlanta survivors. This is done through numerous photographs, as well as artifacts and even sets, such as a period grocery. In addition to the main exhibit, there are informative traveling exhibits. Although all exhibits have a Jewish link, they are universally enjoyable.
Besser Holocaust Memorial Garden
The Besser Holocaust Memorial Garden is located on the grounds of the Marcus Jewish Community Center in Dunwoody, amid baseball and soccer fields. It contains a series of sculptures that depict Jewish life before, during and after the Holocaust. The Marcus JCC is open to anyone, and the garden is a simple place to reflect for those of any faith.
