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Arts & Culture
As central to its being as sweet tea is to any Southern supper, Norcross is proud to boast a dynamic arts and culture scene. From public art exhibits and gallery receptions to theatrical performances and art-centric community events, Norcross presents a variety of ways to immerse yourself in a world of art!
Public Art in Norcross
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Eastern Continental Divide Mosaic Sculpture
Located in Thrasher Park and designed by artist Jennifer Freeman (known for her work on the Mitchell Road Mosaic among other local projects), the Eastern Continental Divide Sculpture has a mosaic design with two intertwining streams. These convey the action of flowing water to the East and West, representing the effects of the Eastern Continental Divide. The unique sculpture stands to commemorate the historical significance of the Eastern Continental Divide to the City of Norcross.
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Eastern Continental Divide Mosaic Sculpture
Located in Thrasher Park and designed by artist Jennifer Freeman (known for her work on the Mitchell Road Mosaic among other local projects), the Eastern Continental Divide Sculpture has a mosaic design with two intertwining streams. These convey the action of flowing water to the East and West, representing the effects of the Eastern Continental Divide. The unique sculpture stands to commemorate the historical significance of the Eastern Continental Divide to the City of Norcross.
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Greetings From Norcross Mural
Atomic Wash, a Norcross-based digital marketing and branding agency, designed and donated the concept for the "Greetings from Norcross" mural. The 16-foot wide mural is designed in the style of Americana travel postcards, and it covers the large red brick wall of the building where Paizano’s Italian Restaurant resides, along Wingo Street and facing the railroad tracks. The mural is a colorful vinyl adhesive material installed via heat transfer to the bricks. The design celebrates 8 iconic people and places in our city's history, becoming a piece that is both aesthetically interesting and educational for visitors and residents alike.
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Greetings From Norcross Mural
Atomic Wash, a Norcross-based digital marketing and branding agency, designed and donated the concept for the "Greetings from Norcross" mural. The 16-foot wide mural is designed in the style of Americana travel postcards, and it covers the large red brick wall of the building where Paizano’s Italian Restaurant resides, along Wingo Street and facing the railroad tracks. The mural is a colorful vinyl adhesive material installed via heat transfer to the bricks. The design celebrates 8 iconic people and places in our city's history, becoming a piece that is both aesthetically interesting and educational for visitors and residents alike.
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Mitchell Road Mosaic Wall
In what began as a spark of creativity, the Mitchell Mosaic quickly became a movement that goes far beyond art and cultural awareness, embracing ideas of community and togetherness. Over 125 mosaic disks are now installed on 5 panels stretching 130 feet long, thanks to the contribution of over 1000 Norcross area students, art educators, teachers, parents and grandparents as well as volunteers from both Discovery Garden Park and the Norcross Garden Club. Each piece is a celebration of nature, with depictions of seasonal colors, wildlife and plants.
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Skin Alley & "Tumblefield"
The Norcross Public Arts Commission (NPAC)'s vision was to turn Skin Alley into “ArtWay”: a colorful, welcoming and engaging space for the entire community to enjoy and experience. Set as the cornerstone to the alley, Tumblefield was inspired by Norcross’ playful and mischievous red foxes. A whimsical fox is set against an abstract backdrop that have intentionality from the artist, but – like most art – are open to interpretation by the viewer.
Other Arts & Culture Sites
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Fire Station Museum
The Fire Station Museum is adjacent to the Welcome Center and Museum and is a place both adults and children will enjoy visiting. Come take a look at the beautifully restored fire truck that began its life as a truck converted to serve as a vehicle for Norcross' volunteer fire department. There are many other interesting fire artifacts to see. Come and visit from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Just call the Welcome Center at 678-421-2049, we will be happy to open the museum for your visit.
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Welcome Center & Museum
The museum inside Norcross’ welcome center is a place for locals and tourists to learn about our city’s rich history. Explore an entire room dedicated to the extraordinary baseball history in our area as well as many other interesting artifacts from our history like the city’s original charter, an old fashioned notary seal, historic newspapers and interesting photos of families that have lived for generations.
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Welcome Center & Museum
The museum inside Norcross’ welcome center is a place for locals and tourists to learn about our city’s rich history. Explore an entire room dedicated to the extraordinary baseball history in our area as well as many other interesting artifacts from our history like the city’s original charter, an old fashioned notary seal, historic newspapers and interesting photos of families that have lived for generations.
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Welcome Center & Museum
The museum inside Norcross’ welcome center is a place for locals and tourists to learn about our city’s rich history. Explore an entire room dedicated to the extraordinary baseball history in our area as well as many other interesting artifacts from our history like the city’s original charter, an old fashioned notary seal, historic newspapers and interesting photos of families that have lived for generations.
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Welcome Center & Museum
The museum inside Norcross’ welcome center is a place for locals and tourists to learn about our city’s rich history. Explore an entire room dedicated to the extraordinary baseball history in our area as well as many other interesting artifacts from our history like the city’s original charter, an old fashioned notary seal, historic newspapers and interesting photos of families that have lived for generations.
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Welcome Center & Museum
The museum inside Norcross’ welcome center is a place for locals and tourists to learn about our city’s rich history. Explore an entire room dedicated to the extraordinary baseball history in our area as well as many other interesting artifacts from our history like the city’s original charter, an old fashioned notary seal, historic newspapers and interesting photos of families that have lived for generations.
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Historic Cotton Gin
Now home to The Local Peach, Stop the Clock Photo and other local merchants, the old cotton gin on Lawrenceville Street was once owned by the Summerour family. In the early 1900s, Homer Summerour developed and marketed a more productive variety of cotton, which he called “Half and Half.” It is said that his cotton seeds made him so well-known that people from across the country could send an order addressed to nothing more than “Cotton Seed Man” and “Georgia,” and it would be delivered to him here in Norcross.
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The Train & Historic Depot
Norcross was once known as “Atlanta’s Favorite Summer Resort"–beginning in 1878, a commuter train called the “Airline Belle” made round trips twice a day, carrying visitors between Atlanta and Norcross. The railroad is very much a part of Norcross' history, and though the train no longer stops in town you can still enjoy a meal from inside the original train depot (The Crossing Steakhouse) and feel the rumble as the train rushes past!
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The Train & Historic Depot
Norcross was once known as “Atlanta’s Favorite Summer Resort"–beginning in 1878, a commuter train called the “Airline Belle” made round trips twice a day, carrying visitors between Atlanta and Norcross. The railroad is very much a part of Norcross' history, and though the train no longer stops in town you can still enjoy a meal from inside the original train depot (The Crossing Steakhouse) and feel the rumble as the train rushes past!
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The Train & Historic Depot
Norcross was once known as “Atlanta’s Favorite Summer Resort"–beginning in 1878, a commuter train called the “Airline Belle” made round trips twice a day, carrying visitors between Atlanta and Norcross. The railroad is very much a part of Norcross' history, and though the train no longer stops in town you can still enjoy a meal from inside the original train depot (The Crossing Steakhouse) and feel the rumble as the train rushes past!