Things to do in and around Atlanta on Tuesday, Aug. 7

Enjoy your Tuesday by checking out an art exhibit at Georgia Tech, visit colorful sculptures that transmit sound or stroll around the Georgia Aquarium at a reduced price. Here are more details on ways to make the most of your Tuesday.

‘GOLDEN LEGACY: ORIGINAL ART FROM 75 YEARS OF GOLDEN BOOKS’ AT GEORGIA TECH

This exhibition includes 65 masterpieces of original illustration art from such picture-book classics as "Tootle," "Home for a Bunny," "The Kitten Who Thought He was a Mouse" and "The Poky Little Puppy." 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday (exhibit through Sept. 7) Free. Robert C. Williams Museum of Papermaking at Georgia Tech, 500 10th St., Atlanta. paper.gatech.edu.

‘SONIC PLAYGROUND: YURI SUZUKI’ AT THE HIGH MUSEUM OF ART

An installation of sound sculptures by internationally renowned designer Yuri Suzuki will feature ingenious, colorful sculptures that modify and transmit sound in unusual, engaging and playful ways. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday (Installation through Oct. 7) $14.50; free for ages 5 and younger. High Museum of Art, 1280 Peachtree St., Atlanta. 404-733-4400, high.org.

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Imagination Nights at the Georgia Aquarium  is a great way to enjoy the aquarium at reduced prices. 

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“IMAGINATION NIGHTS AT THE GEORGIA AQUARIUM”

Head to the Georgia Aquarium after 4 p.m. to enjoy shorter lines, smaller crowds – and a nicely reduced ticket price, with savings of over 30 percent off regular ticket prices. Imagination Night allows you to enjoy full access to the Aquarium, including the opportunity to view dolphin and sea lion presentations. Open Tuesday until 9 p.m. $26.95. Children 2 and under free. Note: tickets for Imagination Nights must be purchased online or by calling 404-581-4000.Georgia Aquarium, 225 Baker St. N.W., Atlanta. 404-581-4000, georgiaaquarium.org.

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