Art & culture
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport is home to Arts at the Airport — a collection of 200+ works in the permanent collection. The most celebrated installation is The suspended aircraft and atrium of the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal (Concourse F). See each section below for where to find the best art and what not to miss.
Do not miss
The suspended aircraft and atrium of the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal (Concourse F) — visible from multiple levels and unlike anything at other US airports
The strongest art is concentrated in these areas of Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport:
A suspended DC-9 aircraft in the atrium of the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal — one of the most dramatic public art installations at any US airport
Pro Tip
Concourse F (International Terminal) has the most impressive installations. If connecting domestically, take the underground train to F for a quick look — plan 15 minutes.
Is there public art at ATL airport?
Yes. Arts at the Airport at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport features 200+ works in the permanent collection, spread across International Terminal — Concourse F (most impressive installations) and Concourse A. The program emphasizes local and regional artists, giving the collection a distinctive sense of place.
What is the most famous artwork at ATL airport?
A suspended DC-9 aircraft in the atrium of the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal — one of the most dramatic public art installations at any US airport The single must-see work is: The suspended aircraft and atrium of the Maynard H. Jackson Jr. International Terminal (Concourse F) — visible from multiple levels and unlike anything at other US airports
Where is the best art at ATL airport?
International Terminal — Concourse F (most impressive installations) is where to start at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Concourse F (International Terminal) has the most impressive installations. If connecting domestically, take the underground train to F for a quick look — plan 15 minutes.
Is the ATL airport art free to view?
Yes — all public art at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport is free to view. Most works are located in secure gate areas accessible with a boarding pass. Some installations (such as baggage claim sculptures and pre-security terminal art) are visible without a ticket. No separate admission is required for any public art or museum space at this airport.
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