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Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. CDC twenty four seven. Saving Lives, Protecting People

Ever wonder how CDC scientists merge old-fashioned detective work with high-tech science to crack the cases of mystery diseases? Get the Story! Visit the David J. Sencer CDC Museum at CDC Headquarters. This unique museum features award-winning permanent and changing exhibitions that focus on a variety of public health topics, as well as the history of CDC. The museum is free and open to the public so we would like to see you soon.

Now on Display Temporary Gallery

Health is a Human Right:
Achieving Health Equity
Now Open

Lobby Gallery

Celebrating 30 Years of Vaccines for Children
Now Open

Permanent Gallery

The Story of CDC
Ongoing

About the Museum

General overview of the museum's history, purpose, mission, and goals.

Exhibitions

Current, online, upcoming, past, and CDC traveling exhibits.

Plan Your Visit

Information about guided tours and self-guided visits at the CDC Museum.

Museum Tour

Guided tour information for student and adult groups plus the tour request form.

Disease Detective Camp

A week-long day camp for rising high school juniors and seniors.

Education

STEM-based educational programs offering in-person and online learning

Related Links Request a Speaker CDC History About CDC Smithsonian Institution Other Resources CDC Museum Brochure [8.8 MB, 2 Pages, 16 x 9 ] CDC Museum Press Sheet [2.3 MB, 1 page] Follow Us

Follow @CDCMuseum for the latest news about exhibitions, programming, and events.

Global Health Chronicles

 

Global Health Chronicles was launched in collaboration with Emory University s Libraries, Global Health Institute, and Rollins School of Public Health. The web site is a series of Chronicles, each dealing with a different subject.

MoreMuseum Info HoursMonday: 9am-5pm
Tuesday: 9am-5pm
Wednesday: 9am-5pm
Thursday: 9am-7pm
Friday: 9am-5pm
Closed weekends federal holidays Admission ParkingAlways Free
Government issued photo ID required for adults over the age of 18
Passport required for non-U.S. citizens Weapons are prohibited.
All vehicles will be inspected. Location1600 Clifton Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30329 Phone404-639-0830 Tour Questionsmuseumtours@cdc.gov