National Afro-American Museum

Activity Overview

National Afro American Museum and culture center in Wilberforce, Ohio is one of a few museums that represent African American history and culture with a number of educational exhibits. The museum holds the largest collection of Afro American artifacts, historical objects, documents, photographs and more. Since the inception of the museum in 1988, many Afro American individuals have donated their personal collections to the museum for preservation. The number of collections in the museum is over 9,000 and is still growing. The museum is open to tours Wednesday through Saturday.

Things to Do

• Learn the African American origin and history with the help of extensive collection of artifacts, photographs and documents on display in the museum.
• See the permanent exhibit "From victory to freedom" that focuses on African American lives and struggle in the fifties.
• Music as Metaphor film showcases some of the popular African American musicians and singers during the civil rights movement.
• The museum hosts many educational programs and events, scholar visits and more.
• The museum exhibitions inspire and educate on not only an important part of the history, but teaches how to overcome obstacles in the way of survival and success.

National Afro American Museum Insider Tips

• Free parking is available.
• Children ages 6 and under are admitted for free.