Upcoming Closures

The Museum will close early at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 17, and open late at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, December 19, for staff holiday celebrations.

Additionally, the Museum will be closed during Emory University's winter recess, from Tuesday, December 24, through Wednesday, January 1.

Outside of these noted closures and special circumstances, the Museum will remain open during regular operating hours.

Hours and Admission

Hours

Tuesday - Saturday       10 a.m. — 5 p.m.
Sunday                             Noon — 5 p.m. 

Closed on university holidays and Mondays. 

 

Admission

$10Adults
$8Seniors and children ages 6-17 
FreeCarlos Museum members
Emory University students, faculty, and staff with valid ID
Emory Healthcare employees with valid ID
College and university students with valid ID
Children ages 5 and under
  

Visit for free on one of our Sunday FUNdays, by using the Georgia Public Libraries Family Pass, or by becoming a member
 

The Carlos offers a green incentive discount of 10% off admission for any visitor who walks, bikes, or takes public transportation. See the admission desk on Level One for more details. 

 

Bookshop Hours

Wednesday - Friday     11 a.m. — 4 p.m.
Saturday                       11 a.m. — 5 p.m.
Sunday                           1 p.m. — 5 p.m.

MORE 

New Café coming soon

We are pleased to announce that a second location of Golden Drops Café will open at the Carlos Museum in early 2025. Check back for further updates. 

 

Information Desk Check-in

With the exception of necessary medical equipment, please check all large bags, backpacks of any size, umbrellas, and bags or purses larger than 13 x 13 inches at the information desk on Level One. The museum is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

If you’re visiting with children, be sure to ask about SmARTy Packs and Family Guides. MORE

The Carlos is a sensory inclusive museum. For more information on quiet areas, headphone zones, and sensory bags, visit the admissions desk on Level One or download the KultureCity app. To learn more about KultureCity, click HERE.

Public Tours

Public guided tours will be offered every Sunday at 2 p.m., excluding holidays.
Meet at the admission desk on Level One to join the tour. 

Group Tours

Groups of five or more people may request a group tour. Schedule your group tour today online by visiting the Tours section of our website.

More information