David J. Sencer CDC Museum facts for kids
The exterior of the David J. Sencer CDC Museum
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| Former name | Global Health Odyssey Museum |
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| Established | 1996 |
| Location | Atlanta, Georgia, U.S. |
| Visitors | 90,000 |
The David J. Sencer CDC Museum, often called the CDC Museum, is a special place in Atlanta, Georgia. It teaches visitors all about the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The CDC is a very important group that works to keep people healthy and safe from diseases. This museum helps you learn about how public health works and the amazing history of the CDC. It's even connected to the famous Smithsonian Institution!
What the Museum Does
The main goal of the CDC Museum is to teach everyone about how important it is to prevent sickness. It also collects and shows off the CDC's rich history and all the great things they have done. You can learn through exciting exhibits, fun educational programs, and even online archives.
A Look at History
The museum first opened its doors in 1996. Back then, it was called the Global Health Odyssey Museum. This happened during a special time: the 50th anniversary of the CDC! It also opened when the 1996 Summer Olympics were held in Atlanta.
In 2011, the museum got a new name: the David J. Sencer CDC Museum. This was done to honor David Sencer. He was a very important public health leader who worked as the director of the CDC for a long time.
The museum was temporarily closed in 2020 and 2021 because of the COVID-19 pandemic. But it has been open again since then.
Visiting the Museum
It's free to visit the museum, and it's open almost all year round. About 90,000 people visit the museum every year!
The exhibits at the museum cover many interesting public health topics. You can also learn a lot about the history of the CDC and how it has helped keep people healthy over the years. The museum is a Smithsonian Affiliate Museum, which means it's part of a special group connected to the Smithsonian.
