The Museum is open 6 days a week, from Tuesday-Sunday!  We look forward to seeing you.

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Fall into The Wright!

We welcome you to explore our Fall offerings, both in person and online. Your participation keeps our doors open, so history stays accessible for everyone!

Experience The Wright

Where history's well within reach.
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    "Men of Change: Power. Triumph. Truth." is now open

    This exhibition uses bold, contemporary visual art, fresh literary excerpts, and vibrant stories to highlight revolutionary African American men.
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  • Review our COVID-19 safety protocols

    To ensure the safety of all visitors and staff, masks must be worn inside and timed admission is required, among other measures.
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    Coming Soon: Divine Nine Membership Drive

    The Wright is excited to announce a competitive drive between National Pan Hellenic Council fraternities and sororities! As some of the most recognizable leaders in the African American community, we ask for your support to preserve institutions like ours, that hold history and culture sacred.
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Do not ever let anyone make you feel like you don’t matter, or like you don’t have a place in our American story—because you do.
Michelle Obama, attorney, author and former First Lady
Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird that cannot fly.
Langston Hughes, poet and playwright
Never be limited by other people’s limited imaginations.
Dr. Mae Jemison, first African-American female astronaut

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