Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History

Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History The museum, which opened in 1991, is a small house museum that was the former home of Miss Lucy Craft Laney.

The Lucy Craft Laney Museum is the only African American Museum in the Central Savannah River Area (CSRA, Augusta and its Surrounding Areas). The museum is located in the Historic Laney-Walker District, near the original site of the Haines Normal and Industrial Institute. The mission of the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History is to promote the legacy of Ms. Lucy Craft Laney through arts and h

istory. We accomplish this awesome task by educating and exposing children and adults of the CSRA, the State and beyond to the arts, history, literature and leadership through exhibits and programs.

Guided Museum Tours! Special note for Summer Camp tour times:Please be advised that tours will be only be available at 2...
06/01/2026

Guided Museum Tours! Special note for Summer Camp tour times:

Please be advised that tours will be only be available at 2:30 pm during Summer Camp (June 1 – 12, 2026).

After Summer Camp is completed, guided tours will be offered Tuesday – Saturday at 10:30 am; 11:30 am & 2:30 pm.

Reservations are required and tours must be booked in advance. The museum is only open Sundays for special events.

We look forward to seeing you soon!

Please be advised that we will not have morning tour times during the first two weeks of June due to our annual summer c...
05/29/2026

Please be advised that we will not have morning tour times during the first two weeks of June due to our annual summer camps.

The 2:30 pm tour will be is only tour time for the first two weeks in June.

Thank you for your continued support!

05/29/2026
Learn all of the great things the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History offers!Book A TourThe Museum is open to sched...
05/29/2026

Learn all of the great things the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History offers!

Book A Tour
The Museum is open to scheduled tours. To reserve yours call 706-724-3576 or email [email protected]

Our New Store
It's a great place to pick up gifts, featured exhibit souvenirs, and Augusta Black History items.

Golden Blocks Tour
Golden Blocks Tour takes visitors to the various key locations that comprise The Golden Blocks in the historic Laney Walker District of Augusta. Click Here for a virtual tour.

Augusta's Black Caddies
"Augusta’s Black Caddies – The Men on the Bag" experience brings to life the rich history and pivotal role Black Caddies played in assisting the world’s top golfers in winning the most famous golf tournament in the world: The Masters.

Support Our Programs
You can donate and/or become a Friend of the Museum with an Annual Opportunity of Support by becoming a Museum Member.

Sign Up For Our E-Newsletter
Stay up to date each quarter with what's coming up at the museum and a look back on what great programs we've shared. Sign up today!

Visit us online at www.lucycraftlaneymuseum.com for more information!

The Laney Museum Celebrates its 35th Anniversary on June 5 and 6. Join us for two days of History, Culture and Fun.  At ...
05/27/2026

The Laney Museum Celebrates its 35th Anniversary on June 5 and 6. Join us for two days of History, Culture and Fun. At our June 6 Birthday Festival, we are inviting 135 people to join us at the Laney Museum, 1116 Phillips Street, to sing "Happy Birthday" - Stevie Wonder style. We look forward to seeing you there!

Summer Camp is almost here! The camps will teach children the value of art, history and preservation through activities ...
05/27/2026

Summer Camp is almost here! The camps will teach children the value of art, history and preservation through activities such as journal writing, financial literacy, etiquette classes and more, including a celebration of Juneteenth! Camp is open to children in grades 2 through 8 with a cost of $20 per child per week of camp.

To reserve a space or to volunteer for this year's Summer Camps, please call 706-724-3576.

Come see the Lucy Craft Laney Museum to learn about Augusta's rich Black history! From community luncheons to art exhibi...
05/25/2026

Come see the Lucy Craft Laney Museum to learn about Augusta's rich Black history! From community luncheons to art exhibitions to special programs like Men on the Bag and the annual Quilt Exhibition, we have much to offer. Learn about the pioneering Black business professionals who created the Golden Blocks.

Visit us online at www.lucycraftlaneymuseum.com or call us at 706-724-3576 for information on tours.

Museum Features: Community Luncheon SeriesThe Monthly Community Luncheon Program features a heart healthy, vegetarian-fr...
05/22/2026

Museum Features: Community Luncheon Series

The Monthly Community Luncheon Program features a heart healthy, vegetarian-friendly catered meal. Panelists from the community speak on contemporary and historic topics, including City Leaders, authors, artists, medical experts, and historians.

Please be advised that the Laney Museum will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day
05/20/2026

Please be advised that the Laney Museum will be closed on Monday, May 25th, in observance of Memorial Day

Address

1116 Phillips Street
Augusta, GA
30901

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

(706) 724-3576

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