News | The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History will be closed for a private event on August 1st.

August 28, 2019

Jazz Master Reggie Workman Performs Coltrane Hits

This month, The Wright will host a John Coltrane celebration concert featuring National Endowment for the Arts Jazz Master Reggie Workman.
August 06, 2019

37th Annual African World Festival

The Wright will play host to the 37th Annual African World Festival this year.
July 09, 2019

Welcome New Board Members

The Wright has announced the addition of eight prominent community leaders to its board of directors.
June 10, 2019

The Wright Wins Prestigious National & State Awards

The American Alliance of Museums has honored The Wright with its 2019 Sustainability Excellence Award.
June 06, 2019

Tour Explores Detroit Streets & Monuments to Slave Owners

Noted historian Jamon Jordan will lead a tour of streets and monuments in Detroit that honor slave owners.
April 19, 2019

Poet & Biographer to Headline Concert

American Book Award-winning poet and biographer Quincy Troupe will headline a concert bringing together the power of poetry and jazz.

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