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September 24, 2020

Sixteen Major Donors and Foundations Commit Unprecedented $156 Million to Support Black, Latinx, Asian and Indigenous Arts Organizations

Today, sixteen major donors and foundations announced an unprecedented commitment to recognize "America's Cultural Treasures." The funders will grant more than $156 million to support Black, Latinx, Asian, and...
September 21, 2020

Charles H. Wright Museum to Open Educational and Engaging "Voting Matters" Exhibition, Showcasing the Historic Struggle for the Right to Vote!

The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, on Sunday, September 27th, will unveil an interactive multimedia exhibition entitled "Voting Matters". This exciting educational presentation...
September 12, 2020

The Friends of The Wright and Judge Craig Strong Celebrate the 102nd Birthday of Dr. Charles H. Wright with a Drive-Thru Fundraiser

The Friends Committee at the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and Judge Craig Strong invite all supporters of Black history and culture to celebrate the 102nd birthday of museum founder Dr...
August 24, 2020

Charles Ferrell, Vice President of Public Programs, Resigns from The Wright

After eight years of exceptional service to The Wright, Charles Ferrell has resigned from his position as Vice President of Public Programs.
August 21, 2020

The Wright Museum Mourns the Passing of Board Member Abdul-Musawwir Aquil

The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History mourns the death of community leader and Museum Trustee Abdul-Musawwir Aquil, who died on August 12, 2020 at the age of 72.
July 31, 2020

The Wright Museum Remembers the Lives and Legacies of Rev. C.T. Vivian & U.S. Rep. John Lewis

On July 17, 2020, the world lost civil rights icons C.T. Vivian and John Lewis just hours apart. Working tirelessly their entire adult lives for positive change through nonviolent tactics, these men have set an...

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