Welcome To AAMP
​The African American Museum in Philadelphia is 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. 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.
Spring is here and it's time to Reset and Refresh!
For the month of March, AAMP will be reducing its gallery hours to prepare for new and exciting programs and exhibitions.
Now through April 7th, the museum galleries will be open to the public
Friday - Sunday between 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Timed tickets can be purchased online or in person. Click here for more information on upcoming programming and to purchase your tickets today!
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Derrick Adams: Sanctuary
On View: In Person (April 7 - August 28, 2022)

​OPEN TO THE PUBLIC VIA TIMED ENTRY RESERVATIONS STARTING APRIL 7, 2022 
Rendering Justice 
On View: Online Exhibition
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Rendering Justice is a powerful exhibition, curated by artist Jesse Krimes, that showcases an expansive examination of mass incarceration and an unflinching depiction of contemporary America. The artworks are part of Mural Arts Philadelphia’s Reimagining Reentry program, which supports formerly incarcerated artists in the creation of public art projects. The nine artist’s work individually and in pairs to highlight a broad range of issues bound in mass incarceration, with a focus on Philadelphia. more...
​AAMP’s Virtual Campus offers the communities we serve access to an online sampling of the variety of exhibitions, programs and resources we use to teach and learn at AAMP every day. Built in response to community needs during our extended closure, the Virtual Campus will remain a vital onramp to the AAMP experience for diverse audiences, even after the museum reopens. Come on in and see what we have been working on, and find out all the new experiences we hope to share with you in the near future!
​Please click below to register for quick access to the Virtual Campus.​
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Museum Hours

To ensure the health and safety of our guests and employees the Museum has limited visits to four timeslots per day, observing the following hours of operations:

Friday – Sunday : 10 AM – 5 PM
  • Time Slot 1: 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM
  • Time Slot 2: 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM
  • ​Time Slot 3: 1:45 PM – 3:00 PM
  • ​Time Slot 4: 3:30 PM – 4:45 PM
* Guests and employees are required to go through COVID-19 protocols before admittance to Museum galleries. During COVID-19 protocols, the Museum will be cleaned and disinfected after each visit segment, with a focus on frequently touched surfaces. Guests are required to wear masks during their visit and signage throughout the Museum highlights social distancing and other health and safety guidelines.
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General Admission

​Adults                         $14
Youth (4-12 yrs.)       $10
Students (w/ I.D.)      $10
Senior Citizens          $10
AAMP Members        FREE
​Group Rates              CALL
​(215) 574-0380 ext. 225
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​701 Arch Street Philadelphia, PA 19106
Phone: (215) 574-0380   |   (Directions)*

​The Museum is located in the City's Historic District at the corner of 7th & Arch Streets, one block from Independence National Historic Park and a short walk from the Pennsylvania Convention Center. The museum offers barrier-free access for the physically disabled. .
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