Dome / GWCC / Philips Arena / CNN Center is a rail station in Atlanta, Georgia, on the Blue and Green lines of the Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority (MARTA) rail system. Located on the western edge of Downtown Atlanta, the station officially opened on December 22, 1979. It was originally called Omni station due to its proximity to the now-demolished Omni Coliseum.As the station name suggests, the station provides service to the Georgia Dome, the Georgia World Congress Center, Philips Arena, and the CNN Center. Access is also provided to the Omni and Glenn hotels, Centennial Olympic Park, the Georgia Aquarium, the College Football Hall of Fame, the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Centennial Tower, and the World of Coca-Cola at Pemberton Place.
In addition to the National Black Arts Festival, NBAF offers comprehensive educational and humanities programs throughout the year, with the intent of providing a unique opportunity to promote understanding between diverse communities utilizing art and culture. On the occasion of its 20th Anniversary, the U.S. Congress honored NBAF for its importance to the “…cultural fabric of greater Atlanta and all of America…” and recognized NBAF’s highly acclaimed National Black Arts Festival as “…the premier festival of its kind in the United States”.
Blu’ Bisque is a Paint-Your-Own-Canvas-plus-Pottery Studio and creative Events Space, nestled in historic Castleberry Hill, on Nelson Street. Unleash your creative side! Join us for Art & DIY classes, Canvas Over Cocktails, Princess Parties, Creative Kids Canvas and more! With great activities for adults and kids, Blu' Bisque makes the perfect girls’ night out, date night, kids’ play date, or personal R&R break. Everyday is BYOB! Before or after you create your masterpiece, shop in the Blu’ Bisque Boutique for unique finds and treasures. Our buyers select the finest merchandise, perfect for gifting or keeping. Celebrate your special occasions with Blu’ Bisque! Birthdays, Bridal Showers, Baby Showers, Girls Night Out and more. If you have a reason to celebrate, we can host it. Remember, you can bring your own food and beverage!