MODA EVENTS

MODA + Paint Love at Arts Collective!
In-Person at Colony Square | Family Friendly
Colony Square is hosting Arts Collective, an exciting arts festival celebrating Midtown’s creativity and community, and MODA + Paint Love are joining forces to offer a creative, hands-on experience for kids!

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Sunday Funday: Shrooms & Blooms
In-Person at MODA
Join us on the plaza Sunday, September 14th from 1-5 PM to create your very own forever garden - out of paper! We’ll be creating paper cactus, mushrooms, butterflies, and more! MODA will provide all instruction and materials, just bring yourself and a few friends along for the fun!

Digital Art Studio: FutureScapes
Virtual | Ages 12 – 18
Join MODA for a virtual Afterschool Studio and imagine the future through digital concept art!

You Need a Manifesto
In-person at MODA
Join MODA as we explore You Need a Manifesto by Charlotte Burgess-Auburn of Stanford d.school. Learn how to craft a personal manifesto that guides your decisions, fuels your creativity, and drives meaningful change.

STEAM Story Hour: Dream It! Build It!
In-person at the Peachtree Library | Ages 2-6
Join the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) and the Fulton County Library for a playful introduction to STEAM—science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

MODA Members Meetup + ONE: Architecture Tour of Downtown Decatur with DeKalb History Center
In-person at the Dekalb History Center
You’re Invited to the MODA Members Meetup + ONE! Join us for an evening of connection and exploration in architecture along with fellow MODA members and seasoned tour guide, Marissa Howard, from the DeKalb History Center.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Queer Figure Drawing
In-person at MODA | Ages 18+
Join us for MODA’s first Queer Figure Drawing Night with Ashanti Hampton!

BBQ on the Plaza: Celebrate the Release of The American Barbecue Map
In-Person at MODA
Pull up a chair and join us at MODA for an evening of barbecue, cold beer, and good company as we mark the official release of The American Barbecue Map by artist Joe Veazey, best known for his Atlanta Rap Map.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Make @ MODA: Printed Patterns
In-person at MODA | Geared towards adults
Join us for MAKE @ MODA: Printed Patterns, a hands-on workshop exploring the fundamentals of printmaking and pattern design.

Business X Design: Jean Thompson of Maeve Chocolates
Virtual
How do you design a business from the ground up—its purpose, its identity, its impact on the world? Join MODA for a virtual conversation with Jean Thompson, owner and CEO of Maeve Chocolate (formerly Seattle Chocolate), to explore how design has shaped every aspect of her company.

Graphic Design Studio: Haunted House Posters
Virtual | Ages 12 – 18
Join MODA for a virtual studio in which students will create spooky posters for a haunted house or spooky event.

Business X Design with CocoaTown: A Celebration of Craftsmanship and Community
In-person at MODA
Join us for an evening of discovery, design, and deliciousness. During this Business X Design, you’ll meet the makers behind CocoaTown, whose accessible, thoughtfully engineered machines have helped launch bean-to-bar chocolate businesses in more than 100 countries.

Book Club: The Architecture of Happiness
In-person at the Peachtree Library
Join us at the Peachtree Branch Library at 12 p.m. on the first Friday of each month for a lively discussion of books that explore how design shapes our world.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Game Design Studio: Ghost Catchers
Virtual | Ages 10 – 13
Join MODA for a virtual studio in which students will create a spooky-themed game using Scratch, a block-based programming platform.

Coffee Tasting with Coffee Man
In-person at Coffee Man Westside
Are you ready to experience different tastes in coffee?
Come enjoy a delightful blend of community, creativity, and craft at Coffee Man!

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Digital Art Studio: Spooky Characters & Creatures
Virtual | Ages 12 – 18
Join MODA for a virtual studio in which students will imagine and illustrate eerie characters inspired by the spooky season.

STEAM Story Hour: Imagine That!
In-person at the Peachtree Library
Join the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) and the Fulton County Library for a playful introduction to STEAM—science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

Make @ MODA: Haunted Houses
In-person at MODA | Geared towards adults
Join us for MAKE @ MODA: Haunted Houses, a hands-on design workshop where you’ll build a three-dimensional model of a haunted house.

Book Club: The Secret Lives of Color
In-person at the Peachtree Library
Join us at the Peachtree Branch Library at 12 p.m. on the first Friday of each month for a lively discussion of books that explore how design shapes our world.

Tasting: Chocolate & Wine with Lewis Pogue Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Join Tom Simons of Lewis Pogue Chocolate for a rich, multisensory exploration of two of the world’s most beloved beans—cacao and coffee.

Make @ MODA: Happy Place Landscapes
In-person at MODA | Geared towards adults
Join us for MAKE @ MODA: Happy Place Landscapes, a hands-on workshop where you’ll use oil pastels to create a vibrant drawing of a place that brings you joy.

STEAM Story Hour: Think Like An Engineer
In-person at the Peachtree Library | Ages 2-6
Join the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) and the Fulton County Library for a playful introduction to STEAM—science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

Book Club: Your Brain on Art
In-person at the Peachtree Library
Join us at the Peachtree Branch Library at 12 p.m. on the first Friday of each month for a lively discussion of books that explore how design shapes our world.

Make @ MODA: Journal Making
In-person at MODA | Geared towards adults
Join us for MAKE @ MODA: Journal Design, a hands-on workshop where you’ll craft your own journal using simple bookbinding techniques and personalized cover design.

STEAM Story Hour: Color Your World
In-person at the Peachtree Library | Ages 2-6
Join the Museum of Design Atlanta (MODA) and the Fulton County Library for a playful introduction to STEAM—science, technology, engineering, arts, and math.

Tasting: Learn About Chocolate with Xocolatl
In-person at MODA
Perfect for chocolate lovers, curious minds, and anyone eager to experience the complexity and beauty of craft chocolate—and learn more about Xocolatl, an Atlanta-based craft chocolate maker.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Graphic Design Studio: Magazine Covers of the Future
Virtual | Ages 12 – 18
Join MODA for a virtual Afterschool Studio and imagine what the world might look like 1,000 years from now by creating a futuristic magazine cover.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Tasting: Learn About Chocolate with Xocolatl
In-person at MODA
Perfect for chocolate lovers, curious minds, and anyone eager to experience the complexity and beauty of craft chocolate—and learn more about Xocolatl, an Atlanta-based craft chocolate maker.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Mapped Out: Cartographers Reimagining the City
In-person at MODA
Join MODA for a lively and visually stunning panel discussion that brings together three innovative mapmakers—Joe Veazey, Edward Rowan, and Michael Karpovage— who interpret cities through the lens of art, culture, and history.

Wine & Design with Codex Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Join us at MODA for Wine & Design—an evening of flavor, design, and discovery. Enjoy a complimentary drink, a guided tour of BITTERSWEET, and a discussion with James Navia of Codex Chocolate.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Melt Your Heart: A Chocolate Mold-Making Workshop with Designer Sarah Lawrence
In-person at The Shed
Join designer Sarah Lawrence for a sweet evening that blends indulgence with innovation where we will make our own chocolate molds and then some chocolate!

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Business X Design: Xocolatl Small Batch Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Join us for a rich and eye-opening evening with Elaine Read and Matt Weynadt, founders of Xocolatl Small Batch Chocolate—Atlanta’s pioneering craft chocolate company devoted to transparency, sustainability, and the power of good design. The conversation will be facilitated by Gene Kansas.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Tasting: An Evening with Lewis Pogue Artisan Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Join Georgia-based chocolate maker Tom Simons of Lewis Pogue Chocolate for a guided tasting that celebrates the complexity, culture, and craft of fine chocolate.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Date Night: Bon Bon Tasting with Jocelyn Dubuke of JARDÍ Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Join us for an indulgent evening at MODA designed for couples, companions, or anyone with a taste for chocolate and design!

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.

Melt Your Heart: A Chocolate Mold-Making Workshop with Designer Sarah Lawrence
In-person at The Shed
Join designer Sarah Lawrence for a sweet evening that blends indulgence with innovation where we will make our own chocolate molds and then some chocolate!

City Lab: Wired for the Future
FEW SPOTS LEFT!
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 10 – 13
Use LEGO® bricks and LEGO® Spike robotics to build your very own tech-driven cityscapes while exploring how technology is transforming urban life.

LEGO® Adventures: Art Attack in the City
FEW SPOTS LEFT!
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Create stunning public art installations using LEGO® bricks and discover how art can beautify, inspire, and unite communities.

Exhibit Tour of Bittersweet: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Unwrap the rich and complex story of chocolate on this guided tour of MODA’s newest exhibition. From ancient rituals to sweet indulgence, you’ll explore how design has shaped every step of chocolate’s journey.