Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History
Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History, African-American history museum in Midtown Cultural Center, Detroit, United States.
The museum spans 125,000 square feet and contains more than 35,000 artifacts documenting African-American experiences and contributions throughout history.
Founded by Detroit physician Dr. Charles Howard Wright in 1965, the museum began as the International Afro-American Museum before relocating to its current location in 1997.
The museum presents exhibitions about the Underground Railroad, letters from Malcolm X and Rosa Parks, and maintains the National Museum of the Tuskegee Airmen collection.
The museum offers guided tours, educational programs, summer camps, and hosts the annual African World Festival that attracts 150,000 visitors.
The Ford Freedom Rotunda features a glass dome spanning 100 feet in diameter, exceeding the size of the Michigan State Capitol dome.
Location: Detroit
Inception: 1965
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
Address: 315 E Warren Ave, Detroit, MI 48201 48201
Phone: +(313)4945800
Website: http://thewright.org
GPS coordinates: 42.35900,-83.06100
Latest update: September 20, 2025 21:00
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