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. This museum is also connected to the famous Smithsonian Institution.
What the Museum is All About
The main goal of the CDC Museum is to teach people about public health. This means learning how to prevent sickness and stay healthy. The museum also collects and shares the amazing history and achievements of the CDC. They do this through fun exhibits and educational programs.
Museum History
The museum first opened in 1996. Back then, it was called the Global Health Odyssey Museum. This happened during the CDC's 50th birthday celebration. It also opened around the same time as the 1996 Summer Olympics in Atlanta.
In 2011, the museum got a new name. It was renamed the David J. Sencer CDC Museum. This was to honor David Sencer. He was a very important public health leader. He was the director of the CDC for a long time.
The museum was temporarily closed in 2020 and 2021. This was because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Visiting the Museum
It's free to visit the CDC Museum. It is open almost every day of the year. About 90,000 people visit the museum each year.
What You Can See
The museum has many interesting exhibits. These exhibits cover different public health topics. They also show the history of the CDC. Since the museum is a Smithsonian Affiliate Museum, it often has cool exhibits from other Smithsonian museums too.
