Two inspiring concerts will be performed at the Monastery and are well suited for the Advent/Christmas season. The Play of Herod, a 12th Century Music Drama is just perfect for the Abbey Church setting. The concert by the Atlanta Boy Choir continues a longtime 33-year Christmas tradition here at the monastery. Learn more about each […]
Read moreWe are asking community members to come out and join us in digging up some local history! About the project: The Historic Preservation Division (HPD) is partnering with the Arabia Mountain Heritage Area Alliance, Inc. in a public archaeology project at the Lyon Farm in DeKalb County. Excavations are planned for October 20 and 21, […]
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Many creatures great and small call the Heritage Area home. Here are a few that we have spotted. Most of the stunning photos below were taken by Brittany Camp, a local with a great eye!
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Read stories submitted by our visitors about their wonderful experiences at Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area and surrounding parks.
Read moreA vibrant history, breathtaking beauty and intriguing cultural changes in a compact area form the basis for the Arabia Mountain National Heritage Area. From early settlers to immigrant rock cutters, freed slaves and Trappist monks many of those stories are still waiting to be told. This is a brief overview of the Area. Click through […]
Read moreWith high visitation, parking has become an issue at the base of Arabia Mountain on weekends. Please consider visiting on a weekday or using our recommended parking sites.