MODA EVENTS

Art Adventures: Mural Makers
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Explore the colorful world of murals by creating their own large-scale artworks, guided by a Camp Director from PaintLove!

LEGO® Adventures: Techie Town Takeover
SOLD OUT
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Get ready to dive into the exciting world of technology! Explore how tech shapes our cities and makes life better using LEGO® bricks and LEGO® Spike robotics.

City Lab: Street Art Studio
SOLD OUT
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 10 – 13
Create your own unique pieces of public art, working on projects designed to make an impact and add beauty to shared spaces.

Business X Design: Jocelyn DuBuke of JARDÍ Chocolates
In-person at MODA
Join us for a deliciously inspiring evening with Jocelyn Debuke, the founder and creative force behind JARDÍ Chocolate, Atlanta’s beloved maker of exquisite, hand-crafted bon bons.

Tasting: Chocolate & Coffee 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.

Sip, Savor, and Design: How Do You Take Your Coffee?
In-person at Coffee Man Westside
Sip, Savor, and Design: How Do You Take Your Coffee?
Are you ready to add a little MODA to your coffee experience? 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.

LEGO® Adventures: Art Attack in the City
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.

City Lab: Wired for the Future
SOLD OUT
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Sunday Funday: Garden Party
In-Person | All Ages Welcome!
Every second Sunday is a Sunday Funday at MODA — a vibrant, creative block party right on the plaza! This month, join us for a garden party

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.

Member Meetup + ONE: DEFINING SKYLINES: A Special Tour with MODA at GA Tech Library
In-person at Price Gilbert Library at GA TECH
Join us for a curator-led tour of Defining Skylines: John Portman and the Architectural Evolution of Downtown Atlanta at Georgia Tech Library. Meet the exhibition team, connect with fellow design enthusiasts, and explore the fascinating connections between architecture, exhibitions, history, and archives.

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.

City Lab: Back to the Future
SOLD OUT
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 10 – 13
What if we could take old, forgotten buildings and turn them into something amazing for the future? Explore how to transform existing structures into vibrant, new spaces while preserving their history and character.

Design ATL: Old Made New
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 14 – 18
Explore how imaginative design can breathe new life into spaces that have lost their purpose and discover how to blend history with innovation to create something entirely new—and entirely yours.

LEGO® Adventures: Reinvent & Rebuild
SOLD OUT
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Learn the art of adaptive reuse by repurposing old buildings and city spaces using LEGO® bricks. Discover how redesigning can create fresh opportunities and sustainable solutions—all while having tons of fun!

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.

Members Only: Factory Tour & Tasting at Xocolatl Small Batch Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Join MODA at the Xocolatl Small Batch Chocolate factory and tasting room for a factory tour and tasting, hosted by one of Xocolatl’s knowledgeable tasting guides!

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.

Member Meetup + ONE: Art, Archives, & Identity at Emory
In-person at Michael C. Carlos Museum at Emory
Join us for an inspiring experience where design meets art and culture. Connect with fellow design enthusiasts and delve into the unique inner workings of exhibitions, history, and archives.

Cask & Cacao: Whiskey Meets Chocolate at MODA
In-person at MODA
Join us for an indulgent evening of design, flavor, and discovery at Cask & Cacao: Whiskey Meets Chocolate at MODA, a spirited fundraiser hosted by MODA’s Board of Directors in support of the museum’s exhibitions and educational programs.

City Lab: Build Your Block
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 10 – 13
Explore the essentials of urban design and learn how neighborhoods are structured to be vibrant, functional, and welcoming to everyone.

LEGO® Adventures: Neighborhood Builders
SOLD OUT
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Explore the basics of urban planning through creative building and understand just how important community spaces are.

Design ATL: Neighborhoods of the Future
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 14 – 18
Work on hands-on projects, collaborate with other creative minds, and get a real feel for how design shapes the communities where we live, work, and play.

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.

LEGO® Adventures: Transportation Tinkers
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Dream up and construct their very own vehicles and infrastructure using LEGO® bricks and LEGO® Spike robotics.

Art Adventures: Design-A-City
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Step into the role of urban designers and create your very own city model, guided by a Camp Director from PaintLove!

City Lab: Greenprint for the Future
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 10 – 13
Dive into the principles of sustainability and discover how to design cities that care for our planet.

Sunday Funday: Bestie Bash on the Plaza
In-Person | All Ages Welcome!
Every second Sunday is a Sunday Funday at MODA — a vibrant, creative block party right on the plaza! This month, join us for a Bestie Bash and celebrate National Best Friends Day!

Member Preview for BITTERSWEET: The Design of Chocolate
In-person at MODA
Join us for an exclusive Member Preview of our newest exhibition, BITTERSWEET: The Design of Chocolate, before it opens to the public!

LEGO® Adventures: Eco Explorers
SOLD OUT
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 6 – 9
Get ready for a week of building, exploring, and going green! Campers will dive into the world of sustainability while designing and building awesome eco-friendly creations using LEGO bricks.

City Lab: Move it! Transportation Reimagined
In-person at Georgia Tech | Ages 10 – 13
Dive into the world of transportation and discover how cars, trains, and more connect our cities and shape our lives.

Guided Tour of THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data
In-person at MODA
Join us for a guided tour of our current exhibition, THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Book Club! Humanize: A Maker’s Guide to Designing Cities by Thomas Heatherwick
In-person at Atlanta City Studio
Join us for an evening of ideas and discussion and learn more about Thomas Heatherwick’s book, Humanize: A Maker's Guide to Designing Our Cities with Atlanta City Studio Book Club and Congress for the New Urbanism Atlanta (CNU).
Pick-up a copy of the book at MODA’s Design Shop before you go!

Digital Art Studio: Spaceships & Galaxies
Virtual | Ages 12 – 18
Join MODA and explore the universe through digital art!

Design Conversation with Christine Wertheim: The Crochet Coral Reef
In-person at MODA
Join MODA for a Design Conversation with Christine Wertheim, co-creator of the internationally acclaimed Crochet Coral Reef project, part of which is featured in THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Guided Tour of THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data
In-person at MODA
Join us for a guided tour of our current exhibition, THREADS of CHANGE: Design & Data.

Kids Create Saturday: Space Explorers
In-Person | All Ages welcome!
MODA invites families to imagine what life beyond Earth could look like and create LEGO® rockets, planets, space stations, and more