Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

Current Exhibitions

Upcoming Events

Wed, Jun 19 | | Association for the Study of African American Life & History (ASALH) Monthly Meeting
Thu, Jun 20 | | Complex Movements' Beware of the Dandelions [Allied Media Conference Reception]
Fri, Jun 21 | | The Secret Society of Twisted Storytellers presents "Fathers & Figures"
Fri, Jun 21 | | Complex Movements' Beware of the Dandelions
Sat, Jun 22 | | A Family Day Juneteenth Celebration
Sat, Jun 22 | | Complex Movements' Beware of the Dandelions
Sun, Jun 23 | | Hustle for History Weekly Dance Lessons
Tue, Jun 25 | | 30 Days To Lose It! Weekly Workout
Sun, Jun 30 | | Hustle for History Weekly Dance Lessons
Thu, Jul 04 | | 21st Concert of Colors Opening Night

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Voices of the Civil War

This five-year, monthly film series dedicated to celebrating and commemorating the Civil War over the sesquicentennial follows the events and issues as they unfolded for African Americans.

Episode 16 "102nd U.S. Colored Regiment"

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About the Museum

Welcome to the world's largest institution dedicated to the African American experience! The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History provides learning opportunities, exhibitions, programs and events based on collections and research that explore the diverse history and culture of African Americans and their African origins.

Founded in 1965 by Detroit obstetrician Dr. Charles Wright, this 125,000 square foot museum is located in the heart of Midtown Detroit's Cultural Center. Key to the experience is And Still We Rise: Our Journey Through African American History and Culture, the Museum's 22,000 square foot, interactive core exhibit, which attracts and enthralls thousands of visitors per year. Thousands more enjoy a wide array of spectacular events including concerts, film screenings, lectures, performances, community health & fitness classes, and so much more!

An amazing adventure of history, art and achievement awaits you or your group at The Wright Museum™!

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From the Museum Blog

Voices of the Civil War Episode 17 "Combahee River Raid"

JUNE 2013: The Voices of the Civil War is a five-year film series dedicated to celebrating and comme...
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Today in Black History, 6/19/2013

• June 19, 1845 Bruce Anderson, Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, was born in Mexico, New York...
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Today in Black History, 6/18/2013

• June 18, 1877 The first settlers arrived in Nicodemus, Kansas, the only remaining western communit...
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Today in Black History, 6/17/2013

• June 17, 1851 John Brown Russwurm, abolitionist and newspaper editor, died. Russwurm was born ensl...
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Today in Black History, 6/16/2013

• June 16, 1792 Francis B. “Frank” Johnson, bugler, bandleader and composer, was born in Philadelphi...
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You May Have Missed

Pairing Great Brands Wine Tasting Experience, 5/3/2013

Black Women Rock: The Diaspora!, 3/16/2013

Spelman College Glee Club Concert, 3/10/2013

Women in the NAACP, 3/10/2013

Dr. Khalil Gibran Muhammad, 2/28/2013

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(Not) Just For Kids

Kids, parents & teachers - Check out the following cool tools:

Ancient West African History Modules

Interactive Timeline - from 500BCE - 1800 CE

Interactive Map of Africa

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