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Atlanta Olympics flashback | On July 30, 1996, Centennial Olympic Park reopens
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk Tim Darnell , as published by Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News
· July 30, 2026
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Key takeaway The city was awarded the games on September 18, 1990, by the International Olympic Committee.
Atlanta is marking the 30th anniversary of the 1996 Olympics with daily digital retrospectives. The city was awarded the games on September 18, 1990, by the International Olympic Committee. A significant moment during the games was the reopening of Centennial Olympic Park.
This occurred three days after a bombing took place. The park's return was symbolic and practical, serving as a gathering space with increased security measures. Further details about the Olympics and the reopening of Centennial Olympic Park are available from Atlanta News First.
The news outlet is sharing memorable events from the 1996 games as part of its anniversary coverage.
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Category: parks Published: July 30, 2026 Source: Atlanta News First (WANF CBS) - News Reading time: 1 min
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