Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

About The Museum

Welcome to the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History! Founded in 1965, The Wright Museum opens minds and changes lives through the exploration and celebration of African American history and culture. An amazing adventure of history, art and achievement awaits you or your group at The Wright!

Herb Boyd's "Black Detroit"

Black Detroit Herb Boyd talked about his book Black Detroit: A People’s History of Self-Determination, in which he provides a history of African-Americans in Detroit from the Great Migration to today. He spoke with Professor Rita Kiki Edozie.

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About The Museum

Herb Boyd's "Black Detroit"