General Information

Location

The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History is located in the heart of Detroit's Cultural Center at 315 East Warren Avenue at Brush Street. The museum is located next to the Detroit Science Center and within one block of the Detroit Institute of Arts.

Tuesday - Saturday:	9:00am - 5:00pm
Sunday:	1:00pm - 5:00pm

Museum Admission Top

Adults (13 - 61) $8.00

Adults (62+) $5.00

Youth (3 -12) $5.00

Members and children under 3 are admitted free.

*For guided tour information, please contact the museum at (313) 494-5808.

Accessibility Top

The museum is accessible to visitors with disabilities. Elevators and ramps serve all public areas. A limited number of wheel chairs are available. All of our exhibits can accommodate strollers.

Amenities Top

The following amenities are available to help make your museum visit more enjoyable.

ATM

The ATM is located on the lower level to your left after exiting the elevator.

Lockers & Coat Racks

Lockers are available for .50 cents each on the lower level. Complimentary coat racks are available in the front entrance on the main level.

Latimer Cafe

You are welcome to rest and relax in our café. The museum does not offer a full service restaurant, however grab and go sandwiches, fruit, and cold beverages can be purchased from our vending machines; you may also bring your own lunch.

Parking

Buses may drop off students at the Warren entrance, park along Warren Avenue, John R Street, or Farnsworth Avenue. Lighted, affordable and secure parking is available behind the museum at the Cultural Center parking lot. Enter from John R Street, a one-way street heading south.

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