The Charles H. Wright Museum
of African American History
HONOR HISTORY
For over half a century, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History has dedicated itself to exploring and celebrating the rich cultural legacy of African Americans.
The Wright Gala 2024
Kick Off The Wright's 60th Anniversary Celebration
Mark your calendar for The Wright Gala 2024 on Saturday, October 19th.
This year's theme is "And Still We Rise…Music. Movements. Moments," a tribute to the sounds and movement shaping America's cultural heartbeat. Our evening pays homage to Detroit's musical heartbeat, from Jazz to Motown to Hip Hop, R&B, and Techno, and spans six iconic decades of music and movement and its profound effect on the culture. We honor the artists, activists, and change-makers who rose and still rise to the occasion.
Exhibition
Frontline Prophet:James Baldwin
Exhibition
Frontline Prophet:James Baldwin
Coming August 2nd - a traveling exhibition by Detroit-based creative, Sabrina Nelson. The exhibition consists of unique works birthed from Nelson’s meditation on James Baldwin and is curated by Ashara Ekundayo and Omo Misha.
Exhibition
Adreinne Waheed: The Audacity to Thrive
Exhibition
Adreinne Waheed: The Audacity to Thrive
The first museum exhibition of Waheed’s work, The Audacity to Thrive explores the boldness of African-descended peoples, who thrive in the face of challenges.
Exhibition
Double ID: EXPLORING THE IDENTITY OF BLACK MEN
Exhibition
Double ID: EXPLORING THE IDENTITY OF BLACK MEN
View selected works from the CCH Pounder-Koné Collection for a limited time at The Wright.
Exhibition
Honoring The Life and Legacy of Judge Damon J. Keith
Exhibition
Honoring The Life and Legacy of Judge Damon J. Keith
We are proud to open our newest gallery in our And Still We Rise permanent exhibition.
Calling all Detroit Black Artists
Apply now to be part of our 60th Anniversary Exhibition and share your story and artwork with the world.
Exhibit Coming August 2nd
Frontline Prophet: James Baldwin
By Sabrina Nelson
Co-curated by Ashara Ekundayo and Omo Misha.
This traveling exhibition features the artwork of Detroit-based creative Sabrina Nelson. In honor and celebration of his centennial birthday, Nelson provides an intimate, multi-sensory experience of James Baldwin and his legacy.