Below you will find recent updates and photos of each of our Atlanta BeltLine projects in design or construction along with links to get more general information about each project. Additionally, you can explore current design and construction projects via map and list view here. These projects play a pivotal role in furthering the Atlanta BeltLine vision to be the catalyst for making Atlanta a global beacon for equitable, inclusive, and sustainable city life.   Atlanta BeltLine’s project status as of April 2024 Northeast Trail  Northeast Trail – Segment 1: Construction is underway ..read more

Artist and Scholar Robert Barsky. Photo by Erin Sintos Join us for an unforgettable journey on the BeltLine with “The BeltLine Chronicles: A Performance of the Poem” by acclaimed artist and scholar Robert Barsky. On April 28th from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm, immerse yourself in the living history of these spaces as Barsky recites excerpts of his poem, “The BeltLine Chronicles”.  “The BeltLine Chronicles” is a 68-page poem celebrating Atlanta’s history along its namesake trail. Inspired by literary classics like “Don Juan” and “Paradise,” it weaves tales of exploration and cultural richness. Com ..read more

On April 24, Atlanta Mayor Andre Dickens and Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. President & CEO Clyde Higgs announced another historic moment for the BeltLine. Southside Trail — Segments 2 and 3, which were originally set to be completed in June 2026, have been fast-tracked for construction and will be open within the first three months of 2026.  Southside Trail — Segments 2 and 3 will begin at Pittsburgh Yards® and run for 1.9 miles to Boulevard, where they will meet with Southside Trail — Segments 4 and 5 (set to open in summer 2025). The addition of these segments will mark 17.9 miles of conti ..read more

Dr. Shay Welch, current Scholar-in-Residence for the Atlanta BeltLine. Dr. Shay Welch, the current Scholar-in-Residence for the Atlanta BeltLine, brings a fresh perspective to the intersection of art and community engagement. With a focus on inclusivity and authenticity, she seeks to bridge the gap and invite diverse voices to shape the cultural landscape of Atlanta. The Art on the Atlanta Beltline Residency Program is designed to offer real-world exposure operating within the realm of public art and infrastructure while providing a platform to educate emerging public art creative professional ..read more

A new initiative has recently begun on the Eastside Trail of the Atlanta BeltLine, aiming to maintain its beauty and cleanliness for all to enjoy. In cooperation with the City of Atlanta Parks Department, Atlanta BeltLine is partnering with Executive Realty Solutions, Inc. (ERS) to conduct supplemental trash pickup on weekend evenings. The enhanced service is made possible by a millage rate increase for park improvements passed by the City in 2023. Executive Realty Solutions, Inc. collecting trash on the Eastside Trail as part of the supplemental weekend pickup. ERS will be out on weekend nigh ..read more

Below you will find recent updates and photos of each of our Atlanta BeltLine projects in design or construction along with links to get more general information about each project. Additionally, you can explore current design and construction projects via map and list view here. These projects play a pivotal role in furthering the Atlanta BeltLine vision to be the catalyst for making Atlanta a global beacon for equitable, inclusive, and sustainable city life.   Northeast Trail  Northeast Trail – Segment 1: Construction is underway on this segment that runs alongside Piedmont Park ..read more

One in All by Grace Kisa and Ellex Swavoni on the Westside Trail. The piece was one of Kisa and Swavoni’s first public art sculptures, having primarily been gallery artists previously. Calling all Atlanta area artists! We’re seeking applicants for our newest accelerator program BeltLine Business Ventures: Artists Edition. The 9-week pilot program, a collaboration between the BeltLine Business Solutions Office and Atlanta-based TILA Studios, aims to equip creative professionals with the skills needed to land sculptural public art projects around the world and grow as entrepreneurs and artists ..read more

2023 was a remarkable year for the Atlanta BeltLine project. Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. hosted a record three groundbreakings on the Southside, Westside, and Northeast Trails and celebrated the ribbon-cutting of Northeast Trail-Segment 2. We again exceeded our annual housing goal for the year, increased our land holdings as part of our long-term affordability strategy, launched the BeltLine Business Solutions Office, and so much more.     All of our accomplishments for the year can be found in the digital Atlanta BeltLine, Inc. 2023 Annual Report. Happy reading and see you soon on the B ..read more

Renowned for its colorful street art, murals, tags, and stickers, Krog Street Tunnel is legendary as a hub for visual artistic expression in Atlanta. For one afternoon, however, it took on a special new role. It became a gritty, yet vibrant backdrop, and its unique acoustics served as an accompanying instrument for a spectacular acapella musical showcase by the Spelman College Glee Club. The performance, entitled “Resurgens Requiem,” was inspired by “The Mile Long Opera,” a similar placemaking performance event in 2018 on New York City’s Highline. It also drew upon the legacy of Atlanta’s dive ..read more

Kim Wilson, Vice President of Design and Construction at Atlanta BeltLine, Inc., on the trail. At the helm of Atlanta’s most transformative urban redevelopment project, Kim Wilson stands as a force in the City’s design and construction field. As the Atlanta BeltLine’s Vice President of Design and Construction, she drives the mission to transform the historic 22-mile railway corridor into a vibrant network of trails, greenspaces, and a foundation for future transit. Wilson’s passion for the project isn’t simply as an executive; it’s personal. Having grown up in a family committed to commuting a ..read more