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African American Museum
Explore the fascinating collection at the African American Museum.
What you'll do
Revolutionary, fresh and bold sums up the African American Museum's vibrant collection. It's the first institution built by a major US city to house and interpret the life and work of African Americans, so it has an important cultural significance.
The exhibits cover the Civil Rights movement, arts, politics, family life, and a whole spectrum of topics. You'll also learn about the African Diaspora, the African Americans of Philadelphia, and issues important to the African American community today.
The museum aims to promote discussion and ongoing dialogue about these important issues, so interaction is encouraged.
African American Museum highlights
Clothing and dress
See costumes and outfits worn by actors and celebrities. There's Oprah Winfrey's red suit, James Brown's black jumpsuit, and the Star Trek uniform worn by Nichelle Nichols who played Uhura.
Music
Browse programs, records, stage costumes, and jazz instruments.
Segregation
Find posters, film stills, and leaflets that tell the story of segregation in America.
Politics
Protest banners, magazines, photographs and documentation from important historical rallies.
Did you know?
The African American Museum in Philadelphia is a Smithsonian Institution affiliate.
What's included
General admission
to the African American Museum.Access to all permanent exhibits.
Galleries dedicated to civil rights and contemporary issues.
Operating hours
Thursday - Sunday
10:00AM - 5:00PM
Closings & holidays
Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday
Open Dr. Martin Luther King Day with related programs
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