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The David J. Sencer CDC Museum is temporarily closed.
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reservations
at least a week in advance. Walk-in visits are no longer permitted.
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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
A Collection of Curiosities
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.
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Museum Info
Hours:
Monday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. -4 p.m.
Closed weekends & federal holidays
Reservations & Parking:
Always Free
Reservations
required— Bring confirmation email(s) for museum visit.
Government–issued REAL ID required for adults over the age of 18
Passport required for non-U.S. citizens
Weapons are prohibited.
All vehicles and bags/containers will be inspected.
Location:
1600 Clifton Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
Phone:
404-639-0830
Tour Questions:
museumtours@cdc.gov
Last Reviewed:
December 9, 2025
Source:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
Skip directly to site content
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Español
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Other Languages
An official website of the United States government
Official websites use .gov
A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock (
) or https:// means you've safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.
The David J. Sencer CDC Museum is temporarily closed.
Continue to check our website for further updates on when we will reopen. When the museum reopens, all visitors will need to make
reservations
at least a week in advance. Walk-in visits are no longer permitted.
David J. Sencer CDC Museum
Related Pages
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
A Collection of Curiosities
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.
More
Museum Info
Hours:
Monday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m. -4 p.m.
Closed weekends & federal holidays
Reservations & Parking:
Always Free
Reservations
required— Bring confirmation email(s) for museum visit.
Government–issued REAL ID required for adults over the age of 18
Passport required for non-U.S. citizens
Weapons are prohibited.
All vehicles and bags/containers will be inspected.
Location:
1600 Clifton Road NE
Atlanta, GA 30329
Phone:
404-639-0830
Tour Questions:
museumtours@cdc.gov
Last Reviewed:
December 9, 2025
Source:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention