Loved the feel of the place. Covid has diminished the amount of displays that would normally be going on, but the 2 main displays that were open were large enough and well put together. Staff was very friendly and informative.

Getting to experience Jim Hensons The Dark Crystal exhibition was a great joy! Im glad we made it in time before it left.The Center For Puppetry Arts is a gem of a museum curated and run by people who have a love for not only the arts but the craft of puppetry.Please be sure to support them during this pandemic and to soak in every exhibit they have to offer and by proxy absorb some of the magic created by the puppets weve loved!

This was my firts time at The Center For Puppetry Arts. And I had a great time there, from the beginning to the end. You will enjoy the whole tour, I will say if you are a kid or an adult, it doesnt matter because all the characters you will see there, you have grow up watching them on TV. Like Sesame Street, or The Night Before Christmas, The Dark Crystal and much more.This museum is located in downtown, and its difficult to park there but, hey, the museum have free parking, them you put your mask get in, pay for the tickets and get ready for a puppet journey through time, you will see the beginning of Puppetry, how to make one, them you will walk to several exhibitions, the 50 years Muppets celebration and The Dark Crystal labyrinth were my favorites, dont miss this unique opportunity to watch this exhibition so close and enjoy the ride.

I took my 5 year old granddaughter to see Stan the Snowman. The show was delightful and held her attention. Spacing was well done at the show and at the puppet making workshop. They gave you an option to take the kit home if you choose not to stay.

Great experience, the museum is well curated. Its amazing to see Jim Hansens work so well presented. Great job guys.

This place is incredible. The Jim Henson exhibit was so much fun, bringing back great memories. I saw a few things I didnt recognize, too. The global exhibit was fascinating as well. Well worth the $15 admission.

Amazing and a steal at $15 for adults and $12 for seniors! Right now, only the museum is open, but wow, they have the largest collection of Jim Henson items! They have an amazing array of puppets from all over the world. The Dark Crystal exhibit is incredible but it will be gone after November 1st. They are doing a great job. Hand sanitizer everywhere, social distancing in place and timed tickets! Go, it was a blast! Good for kids and adults.

What a great experience! Visited to tour the museum and it did not disappoint. The Center has done an amazing job implementing COVID-19 safety measures, providing social distancing markers, flow arrows for touring exhibits, implementing a mask policy, and providing hand sanitizer in each room of the museum. I felt completely safe. They even have a concierge via webcam ready to answer any questions you may have about the museum - how clever! All of the staff were incredibly friendly and it truly shows that they are there to share the art of puppetry with all visitors. Cannot wait to visit again - all exhibits were beautifully curated and it was such a treat to be able to experience the special Dark Crystal exhibit.

Amazing to see Jim Henson puppetry. Dark Crystal and Labyrinth came to life like never before.

I caught the Dark Crystal exhibit before it was gone and really enjoyed it. The permanent exhibits are interesting and fun. Very small venue but worth it for a hour or so of nostalgia.

If you enjoy puppets, or have ever seen anything done by Jim Henson, this place is for you! Had a blast seeing some of the behind the scenes or how puppets are made, as well as specific pieces of work from Jim Hensons studio. The current exhibit featuring The Dark Crystal was fantastic as well.

My kids LOVE the Muppets and were thrilled to see Kermit, Miss Piggy, and the gang. I enjoyed the Sesame Street characters. Wish they had more interactive activities for the kids, but they may not have because of Covid.

Obviously, some of the exhibits were down due to covid but the whole Jim Henson area was amazing for the history alone and the skill/time these people put into their craft. Wasnt as huge a fan of the global area but still an interesting spot to see the difference between global puppetry spots. Dark Crystal area was probably my highlight as I really enjoy that universe.

Im a big fan of Sesame Street so I loved the exhibit and the gift shop had plenty of characters for purchase. Im going to have to go back a few times to get all of them lol.

Cool and unique little museum. Not too expensive, but probably wouldnt go more than once per year. The displays are full of information and the Jim Henson m/puppets are the best. Dont expect to spend more than about an hour here though unless you plan on seeing a puppet show.Here is the main reason I took one star off. This museum [was] part of a program that gives free admission to Active Duty service members between Memorial Day and Labor Day. For some unknown reason the museum has backed out of the program and hasnt informed anyone. Im not a douche canoe whos gonna raise a fuss in the museum, and honestly $12,50 for a ticket isnt going to break the bank for me and my two kids, but still kinda messed up that they changed their participation in the program without telling anyone.That being said, still go! Its worth the visit. I didnt take any pictures that you cant find anywhere else in Google Reviews, Im just posting these for the points

Very fascinating to see all the puppets from my childhood and things from other countries. The dark crystal expo was really really cool.

This is an amazing place for looking at and experiencing puppets. There are 3 parts to this museum history, Jim Henson (creator of muppets and sesame street), and a changing puppet room. The history part was great with a wide variety of puppets from different countries and they even have puppets from Gumby and The Corpse Bride. The Jim Henson exhibit was amazing with so many of his famous puppets that made me star struck. The last part is a room thats themed and changed the time I went it was themed The Dark Crystal and had a lot of the characters from the movie. Overall my trip there was great and would highly recommend that anyone go and give this place a visit

My kids had a wonderful time at the Halloween event. It was a great escape from whats going on in the world.

A great Jim Henson through the ages exhibit and a puppets around the world exhibit. Also they currently have a special Dark Crystal exhibit. If you take your time you can see it all in 2hrs.

Its awesome. Very polite staff and very impresive stuff ️

I had way more fun than I thought I would going to this museum as an adult and not a child. Very interesting and intriguing. I am glad I went.

Caught a great show and had a tour of the Jim Henson exhibit that sent me right back to my childhood. This is definitely a labor of love for everyone that works here. Great place to visit and catch a fun show for all ages

We were so happy to patronize the Center and enjoy their wonderful cast of characters. Covid implementation impressive.

Great experience! So cool to see all the characters that I spent so many hours watching on t.v.

I wasnt sure what to expect going in as an adult without kids, but I really enjoyed learning about puppets from around the world. I loved the interactive pieces and especially loved seeing the Jim Henson exhibit. Great display of Hensons work over the course of his life and learning about what it inspired beyond his lifetime. Would recommend it to adults and children of all ages. I didnt see a show on this visit, but would next time.

We had a great time at the Center for Puppetry Arts! It’s a very special museum as it is so unique. We also went to Beauty and the Beast show which was very fun and creative! At the end of the show they explained how they did it (awesome) and we all went upstairs and the kids made this fun craft of the beast! That part was very organized and the kids had a blast. One minor inconvenience is that since the sections of the museum are separate rooms they keep asking for the tickets. So keep them handy at all times because if you misplace them in your purse or lose them there may be a hold up. Other than that it was an awesome time!

I live this place and have to stop by everytime I visit Atlanta. Its such a unique and well-ran museum with interesting events and displays. The museum is small, but there is still a lot to read about, interact with, and see. Expect to spend no less than an hour here. On average, I make it through the entire museum in about 2 hours. Im a huge fan of Jim Henson and primarily come here for the special exhibitions for the Labyrinth and Dark Crystal. Im never disappointed, as there is always something new to see! The exhibitions are unique and its so wonderful to see the craftsmanship up close. Coming here is like being transported back to my childhood. I recommend visiting this museum for adults and children, as it can be enjoyed by all ages!

Really fun to bring back old memories in this place. Really nice, clean, and friendly staff.

Good collection. Disappointed that the gift shop wasnt open. Was lookimg forward to picking a puppet from the puppet museum to finish the experience.

When you are in Atlanta you must take the time to go here. If you’re Gen X, every Henson muppet you e wanted to see in person is here! They have a killer Dark Crystal and Labyrinth show going on. This show will blow your mind and bring a tear to your eye!

We were in town visiting Atlanta over Christmas and found this gem on suggested places to visit. On Christmas Eve we attended the the production of Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer and were mesmerized by the performance. Weve never seen anything like it and will definitely make a point to schedule our return trips to include a show here. Theres a childrens craft themed to fit the show that is included with your ticket purchase. This is also a museum that has childrens interactive role playing staged within the Jim Henson gallery. Make plans to visit the museum, do a craft, and enjoy a beautiful performance!!

Cute little Museum. It is definitely something you want to read not just walk through and look which is what my kids did. Interactive parts were few, but we got to see come cool stuff

We had a wonderful time ! Soooooo many memories were created. We learned a lot about different cultures and how art has and will always be the time that binds all of us together. #localtip: If money is an issue.. most library branches in the city and the suburbs will let you check out a puppetry arts pass . It gives you entrance #gratis to the museum.. you may have to pay for additional classes.. but at least the entrance will be free

What a great experience. This is a true treasure that will bring back lots of memories, while also preserving them for another generation. The Jim Henson side of the museum is incredible. This is a great place to spend a couple of hours and well worth the price of entry!

We went for the first time today. The Beauty and the beast show was so well put together. We really enjoyed the museum. Especially the Jim Henson section with all of my childhood favs from sesame Street to labyrinth. The Dark Crystal special exhibit was so interesting as well as the chance to build your own puppet.

We went on a Tuesday afternoon and there werent many other guests there. We practically had the place to ourselves! We did the Jim Henson tour and were the only ones in the tour group. The tour was only a few dollars more than the self-guided museum entry ticket, and I definitely recommend it. You learn a lot more about Hensons work with the guided tour, and our tour guide Megan was the best! All of the staff members that I interacted with were very friendly and knowledgeable. The museum is well curated and very interesting. The three other members of my party (who werent Muppet fans) thoroughly enjoyed it! If youre a fan of Henson and his muppets, this a must-do while youre in Atlanta! Ill definitely visit again!

What an amazing experience. Not much else to say other than this is a true treasure and will no doubt bring back plenty of memories for many while also preserving them for another generation. The Jim Henson side of the museum, in particular, is incredible. The amount of time they have spent to tell his true story and build exhibits that are as true to original as possible is incredible. This is a great place to spend a couple of hours and well worth the price of entry!

Both Children and adults can enjoy a nice time. It was fun to see so many kinds of puppets. My nephew visiting from PR liked it very much. So did I. You can purchase a ticket or check out a library pass to go for free. It was fun to stand in front of a monitor and make our own puppet show imitation. You can let go and be a kid for a while.

This is one of my favorite places to pop into when Im in Atlanta.

It is a great place to kids to see a show, visit a museum, and do arts and crafts.

I Love it here! Cant get enough of the great performance! I have been 3 times with friends. We all loved it and we are not kids... lol I finally came to Atlanta with my family and I knew it was must to go with them. They loved it two, both boys and there mom, boys are 19 and 12... its great for all ages. I highly recommend coming here to see the show and icing on cake they an AMAZING puppet museum.

An excellent place to check out the puppet displays. Jim Henson and global displays also including Tom Servo and Crow from Mst3k! I was delighted by the Dark Crystal section.

I visited to experience the Labyrinth exhibit before it leaves but found ever so much more! Absolutely fascinating museum, beautifully executed. Even if you werent curious about puppetry or film you would be filled with wonder by this magical place. Well worth the trip!

First time visiting. Absolutely awesome experience!!

Neat place to waste an hour or so. Im not super into puppets but it was neat to see the history and how puppets have evolved over the years.Tip: locals with a Pines Library card can check out a pass to get entrance for 4 people free.

Always a great time at this museum! I love how I can see several different puppets each visit as they rotate the exhibits about twice a year. The guided tour is very much worth the price of admission but just going through on your own is quite enjoyable too! A great place to take out of town guests - especially if they are Jim Henson/Muppet fans!

My husband and I went here as part of our Valentines Day weekend! It was absolutely spectacular! I knew I would be impressed, but wow! If you are a Jim Henson fan, GO! It was amazing seeing some of my favorite characters, from The Labyrinth and The Dark Crystal.

My son and I really enjoyed the Jim Henson Collection. Although we havent been, they have a lot of sensory friendly shows and cater to individuals with disabilities. They offer workshops, films and plays. Its a great place to bring the kids.

Growing it seems, very interesting. I am sure if we were not in the conditions of the pandemic, it would have been even better

Visited during quarantine but still had an amazing experience! The lady working the ticket counter was very friendly and the virtual puppet tour guide had answers for all my questions, no matter how silly they seemed to me.

In absolute love. Staff is knowledgeable and welcoming. A gem in the middle of downtown Atlanta. Plenty of parking, a play structure for kids. 2 standing exhibits (Jim Henson and puppets of the world) and a rotating exhibit (featuring The Dark Crystal). Well worth the price of admission. Plenty of interactive elements and the wealth of information available is fantastic. This isnt even digging into their theater and classes. Recommend highly to anyone visiting the area.

Just visited yesterday to see the Dark Crystal exhibit and truly this was a very memorable museum experience. The staff was incredibly helpful and nice, and overall Im stunned how much there is too look at with the admission price. The Jim Henson exhibit really made me feel nostalgic and I was in awe seeing those puppets in person! The Dark Crystal exhibit was above and beyond, I am still so thrilled I got to see these puppets in person! In my opinion, this museum is a must do if you are in Atlanta!

Magical place if you want to lose yourself in the history and world of puppetry. Ive been four times and just love it. So well put together and the puppet shows are lovely. Great gift shop too.

I have always loved the Center and have taken my children there for 20 years now. However we went on a recent field trip (reduced rate is good) and saw Stellaluna. The play, though good enough in itself, was performed in an overt style (seeing the puppeteers in the open) was disappointing. Im an adult and I know there are people working the puppets. I just dont want to see them, watch their mouths move along with the puppets mouths and see them as part of the performance. The smaller children there didnt seem to mind, but mine were disappointed...and so was I. The regular ticket price is a bit much at $25. Try to set up a field trip with 10 or more and its about half price, including a make a puppet workshop. It can be quite unorganized in the workshop if a lot of children are participating, so ask for the puppet kit to go if youre a loner, have several small children to help or strapped for time. They are always fun and usually include all you need to complete it at home. For educators or home-schooled families, there are usually resources and extra related info on the website, or within the program leaflet. Also, a coordinator can give you more info on resources as well.

Enjoy one of the unique museums in the world devoted to puppets. The exhibits display puppets from all around the world. There are also special events...and exhibits. The museum is relatively small but worth visiting. I felt like in a time machine.

This place was awesome, great staff who love letting the kids get involved with the puppet. The puppeteers are really passionate about making sure everyone becomes enthralled with the art of puppetry!!! Very cool activity to do as well!!! Dont forget to checkout all the different shows they have!!!

What a hidden gem this place is! I dont know how many times Ive passed by it in my travels and wondered about it, but at the last minute I took my grandkids to see their Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer puppet show and we all loved it! Afterwards we went through the museum and the puppet displays were nothing short of outstanding!!!Well worth the trip! It was time very well spent. I recommend you visit. I promise both adults and kids will love it.

It was an awesome place. They have interactive displays along with some historical information on puppetry. We loved the Stellaluna puppet show, it was fun for kids and adults. It was easy enough to get to with GPS and they also have a few benches and tables outside that made it great for a small picnic. All in all a fun and intriguing place to go

One of my favorite places on EarthThey always have fun interactive activities planned as well. the tiny door outside is really neat to see as well!

Always an immense pleasure to visit. The museum alone is always phenomenal and whenever I have tickets to a show, I make sure to arrive early because you get free museum admission with show tickets. The shows are always top tier, whether made in house or from a travelling artist. One of the greatest injustices of my life is my not having discovered this amazing resource sooner.

SCAD student need to know about this place. Do you know Jim Henson and Dark cristal? Amazing real references for Sculpting and puppet arts.

The shows for kids here are always great! At the end of 2019 we saw The Adventures of the Gingerbread Man, and it was truly as much fun for me as it was for our 5 year old.The standing exhibit has cool content in it, and you can learn about puppetry in other cultures as well as see iconic puppets from the last half century.

An amazing and friendly place full of interesting exhibits and home to many great events. Great for children and nostalgic adults!

What a wonderful place ️ The staff was great!!! The production was top notch. An excellent place for the kids and family.

Even though it is very small we still had a great time. Me and my wife are life long Jim Henson fans. We planned our entire trip around it. The dragon king puppet show was amazing and mesmerizing. The Jim Henson Collection was a dream come true. Big fans of the Dark Crystal and the labyrinth we love seeing them up close.

I wasnt sure what to expect at this place, but it was definitely worth visiting. About half of the exhibits are puppets from history, the rest is a special Jim Henson exhibit with many of the original Muppets from TV and movies. They have activities planned constantly that would be worth checking out if you live in Atlanta.

This place is just so fun. There is a huge assortment of puppets, and not just the big name ones you would imagine. Tons of info about the history of puppetry. Just delightful.

Great museum. We started in the Jim Henson Collection. First room is a display of how the puppets are created. Then into different rooms full of the muppets and puppets that Jim Henson and his company created. We then went into the Global Collection. Very neat to see the different range of puppets. And got to see an original Gumby and Tim Servo and CROOOOOOOOW! They also had a Collection devoted to the Dark Crystal. Including models, sketches, and clothing for the movie. The gift shop was full of different puppets and sets for sale, but we were disappointed in the lack of items branded with the centers name. They only offered magnets. I would have loved to grab a t-shirt, and a car sticker- or one for my laptop, or something to promote it. We loved our visit, kids and adults alike.

Delightful and lots of cheap package deals! sweet staff.

Crew is always very helpful. Great atmosphere. Took my grandkids there. Now taking my great grandbabies there. A good place for the family.

One of the best and most interesting places Ive had the pleasure of experiencing in the city. Every exhibit was interesting and engaging. Especially enjoyed the Dark Crystal exhibit. So much fun to see after watching the Netflix original series thats a prequel to the movie.

We love this placeI would consider becoming a member just for the behind the scenes info.Parking is a little tight but manageable.After the show you are taken upstairs to build a puppet. It’s really coolIf you have older kids they might enjoy the puppet Museum but you can skip it with younger kids

We came for the Dark Crystal exhibit and enjoyed every exhibit they had. It was great fun to see Sesame Street puppets in person and to learn about how they were made and used. Great place for both children and adults; there is something for everyone here.

We had a GREAT time today! Wonderful museum and puppet show. We will definitely go again when the grandchildren are in town.

Great place. So cool to see puppets from around the world. And the Jim Henson exhibit is amazing.

We went for the first time today. The Beauty and the beast show was so well put together. We really enjoyed the museum. Especially the Jim Henson section with all of my childhood faves from sesame Street to labyrinth. The Dark Crystal special exhibit was so interesting as well as the chance to build your own puppet.

Fun and great for the entire family. Had a great time at Click, Clack Moo...Cows that Type (one of my sons fave books). Such an interactive show rhat engaged everyone. You can make your own puppet after the show, if you can follow the instructions; admittedly, I am not extremely crafty! The museum is fascinating, with one side dedicated to the career of Jim Henson, the other to international puppetry. The playground isnt open as it is being refurbished. A visit is a great way to enjoy a Saturday with the little ones!

Ive been waiting to be able to visit this place for years now. Its not only a Henson fans dream, the overall collection is really rather impressive. The international exhibit is incredibly informative with some very noteworthy and recognizable puppets in the collection. The exhibits are designed to be inclusive of all ages as well, its not just for kiddos. The tributes to Jim Henson made me tear up and I couldve legitimately spent hours in the Dark Crystal exhibit; I wish I lived closer.

Nice small museum with a lot of interesting displays. it was one of the few places still opened during the early part of the covid19 pandemic while i was visiting so i am glad we were able to squeeze this quick trip in

It doesnt take long to go through but its great.

Our family had so much fun! It was astounding to see beloved Henson creations up close! The Dark Crystal and Labyrinth exhibits brought me to tears! Friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Completely unexpected fun. Lots of memories from childhood shows.

It was a fun tour! The guide was great and we heard a lot of background information about Jim Henson. Its always good to have a Guide that is passionate about the topic.

Caught a great show and had a tour of the Jim Henson exhibit that sent me right back to my childhood. This is definitely a labor of love for everyone that works here. Great place to visit and catch a fun show for all ages

Wonderful experience! The Center has a wide variety of puppets and some hands-on displays that are fun for kids and adults alike.The Jim Henson collection is quite impressive - youll see fan favorites such as Big Bird, Kermit the frog, Miss Piggy, and Pigs in Space!!! I sincerely went there with the sole purpose of seeing the Dark Crystal collection (it was FANTASTIC) and was extremely surprised at how interesting the other collections from around the world were. I ended up spending just as much time if not more, perusing puppets of the past and learning about the different puppetry styles and techniques.Highly recommended as there are multiple galleries (with different themes) and enough room to accommodate high traffic (which we didnt experience). Parking was a breeze which we didnt expect considering it is located in busy Atlanta.They even offer a puppet making package which we assume would be excellent for any little ones you may be bringing. Things to consider: bring some extra money for the giftshop =)

A little creepy, but very entertaining.

I felt like I was reliving my childhood here! The puppet show was clever but not super exciting. My daughter seemed to like it.

If you are a Jim Henson fan this is a must-see. A little pricey for the size of the venue. Exhibits are top notch and there are workshops for extra fees available as well. Super fun for kids of all ages!

Ive been waiting to be able to visit this place for years now. Its not only a Henson fans dream, the overall collection is really rather impressive. The international exhibit is incredibly informative with some very noteworthy and recognizable puppets in the collection. The exhibits are designed to be inclusive of all ages as well, its not just for kiddos. The tributes to Jim Henson made me tear up and I couldve legitimately spent hours in the Dark Crystal exhibit; I wish I lived closer.

Beautiful exhibits. Super informative. Great for all ages. I especially loved the Jim Henson exhibit, its put together so well.

Wife and I came here for date-day. $12.50 each to get in, well worth the experience. See all the Muppets and puppets from Jim Henson and his incredible team of artists and many puppets from around the world! Mind expanding experience!

The show here has always been phenomenal. However, at times, the help and the museum were nothing to write home about. Now the museum is home to the Muppets. It is as cool or better than the show itself. Any Muppet fan will enjoy seeing how they are made, old original puppets and even taking pictures on a mock set. Cant wait to go back!

Very very cool, a must-visit in Atlanta. We were especially excited by the Henson wing. Such a unique experience celebrating an underappreciated artform!

Such a fun place! I love reliving my childhood memories. It was also fu. To see my kids get excited seeing their favorite Sesame Street Characters.

The Jim Henson exhibit was awesome!! Also I liked that they had an exhibit that showed puppets from around the world. The Japanese puppets are done on water.The Dark Crystal exhibit was cool. It had a lot of details about the movie and the books Id never heard before.

I took my 4 year old daughter to see Mighty Bug and we both loved it! After the show, we enjoyed the on-site museum and she made her own glow in the dark puppet craft. Really a fun + educational outing! Parking is plentiful, which is nice in this part of town.

Love this place. Never wanted to leave. Couldnt understand why someone who worked there could hate their job. It would be a dream come true for me. I will never out grow puppets.

This place is the coolest, I grew watching everything that Jim Henson made from the Storyteller to The Dark Crystal and this place has the largest Jim Henson exhibit in the country. Not only that but you can see puppets from all over the world here. They also put on different shows though out the year, contact them for more information.

I loved it there! Probably my favorite place that I went to in Atlanta. I would definitely go again, and buy me another puppet from the shop ha ha!

Great exhibition and they also have plays!