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June 24, 2021

The Wright welcomes a new exhibition featuring the art of Mario Moore

DETROIT, MI (June 22, 2021) – As part of its long-standing mission to open minds and change lives, the Charles H. Wright Museum recently opened the doors to its newest exhibit entitled, Enshrined: Presence +...
June 10, 2021

An Update on the Journey to Reparations Series

The concept of reparations dates back three centuries in the United States. Reparations have impacted several marginalized, disenfranchised, and enslaved minorities nationally and internationally. To understand...
May 25, 2021

The Wright Recognizes the Anniversary of George Floyd's Death

The death of George Floyd at the hands of law enforcement in 2020 sparked a global civil rights movement. In the months that followed, millions of people in America and across the world protested for...
May 20, 2021

NATIONAL NETWORK OF BLACK MUSEUMS TO RELEASE THEIR SECOND FILM

The annual collaboration has produced a film documenting the national exploration of the deep-rooted anthem “Lift Every Voice and Sing” through the eyes of historic museums and anthropologists from across the...
May 17, 2021

Chief Sustainability Officer to speak during United States Green Building Council’s (USGBC) - Detroit Green Sights Tour

DETROIT, MI (May 17, 2021) - On Thursday, May 20th the Sustainable Forum’s Community Update will include a short presentation from Leslie Tom, The Wright’s Chief Sustainability Officer, virtually, beginning at...
April 25, 2021

Become a Volunteer, serve The Wright!

The Board of Trustees of the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History The primary function of the Board of Trustees is to secure the museum’s financial sustainability by raising critically needed...

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