Welcome to the African American Museum in Philadelphia, the first institution built by a major United States city to house and interpret the life and work of African Americans. Our doors are open for your enjoyment and enlightenment six days a week. Visit us and experience the richness and vibrancy of African American heritage and culture come alive in four magnificent exhibition galleries filled with exciting history and fascinating art.

Whats New

  • The Philadelphia Foundation

    Contribute to AAMP's “Standing on the Shoulders Fund”

  • Thursday, July 31, 2008 ~ 6 to 8 p.m.
    COMMUNITY & EDUCATOR LECTURE SERIES
    with Umar R. Abdullah-Johnson
    THE GREAT DEBATORS: Clash of the Titans
    The Most Powerful Political Rivalries in Black History
    Free Admission

  • Saturday, August 2, 2008 ~ 10 a.m. to 12 p.m.
    College Prep Series
    T    ips for Surviving the First Year: In the Classroom and On the Campus
    Facilitated by Marcella McCoy, Ph.D

    Free with Museum Admission

  • Saturday, August 2, 2008 ~ 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
    Discovering James Forten

    Free with Museum Admission

  • Saturday, August 2, 2008 ~ 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
    Storytelling in Pink and Green
    (Children's Event)
    Literacy is an important part of the educational initiatives of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Storytelling is also a significant part of African American history and culture. Join members of the sorority as they spend the day reading stories to our youngest visitors.

    Free with Museum Admission

  • Tuesday, August 12, 2008 ~ 7 p.m.
    Africa for Africans Night
    In observance of Marcus Garvey Week

    Free Admission

  • SUMMER 2008
    PASSPORT TO CULTURE:
    Summer Youth Empowerment Program
    (See Calendar of Events for details)
    *Available July 8 - August 15, 2008
    For reservations and rates, call 215-574-0380 x229

  • Saturdays ~ July 5 through August 30, 2008
    SUMMER FAMILY FUN DAYS
    (See "Calendar of Events" for details.)
    Free with Museum Admission

  • Every Sunday in July ~ 3 p.m.
    Afro-Latin Sunday Afternoon Film Series
    (See "Calendar of Events" for details.)
    Free with Museum Admission

  • lEST we forget:
    Glorious Legacies Of Our African Past
    Gallery 1

  • The African Presence in Mexico
    From Yanga to the Present
    Organized by the National Museum of Mexican Art in Chicago, this groundbreaking exhibition highlights Mexico’s third root, and investigates the complex relationship between African-Americans and Mexicans in the United States, and the African legacy in Mexico and the Americas.
    Exhibit open June 25 through October 25, 2008
    Galleries 3 and 4

 Museum Hours

Tuesday thru Saturday
10 AM to 5 PM

Sunday
12 noon to 5 PM

Open Dr. Martin Luther King Day with related programs.

Closed Mondays, New Year's Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and Christmas

Admission
Adults $8
Children $6
Students $6
Senior Citizens $6
Physically challenged individuals $6

The Museum has barrier-free access.

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