Heritage Towers Museum

Heritage Towers Museum Heritage Towers cultural exhibit gallery and museum opened officially on June 17, 2005. Keep the heritage alive…

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Support programs that explore the past, honor the present and strengthen the future. Heritage Towers and it’s Black Culture & African Heritage Exhibit are vital components of the culture of West Virginia, providing enriching and educational enlightenment for all, from pre-school age children to senior citizens. The Black Culture & African Heritage Exhibit was erected for the preservation and disse

mination of information regarding the history and contributions of individuals of African descent. The Exhibit, a collection of galleries unfolding the story of American Heritage from life in West Africa, to the courageous travel along the Underground Railroad trails and the history of African American coal miners. The Exhibit Gallery and Museum is a place of learning and a place to experience African and African American culture in the heart of Charleston. Heritage Towers Black Culture & African Heritage exhibits are reflections of time providing vital historical perspectives of African Americans in West Virginia. Visitors to the art and exhibit museum learn about events, significant accomplishments, and

contributions made by Black people from West Virginia. Heritage Towers provides a series of exhibits, lectures, concerts, cultural celebrations, festivals and programs designed to preserve the past and strengthen the future.

06/18/2025
01/13/2024

A Stylish Family Outing In the '40s.
Ophelia DeVore Mitchell (1922-2014) with her children,
was an American businesswoman, publisher, and model.
She was the first model of African-American descent in the United States. and a founder of the Grace Del Marco Agency, one of the first modeling agencies in the US.
She developed a makeup line and the first beauty pageant for black women in the US.

Habari GaniHave a Blessed Kawanza. Today is Day 1: Unity (umoja).
12/26/2023

Habari Gani
Have a Blessed Kawanza.

Today is Day 1: Unity (umoja).

02/22/2023

Please join us : February 25, 2023

Sharing an event coming up next week in the Charleston area. Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia
02/08/2023

Sharing an event coming up next week in the Charleston area. Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences of West Virginia

Programs, Workshops, and Classes Thoughts on the American landscape tradition and issues of race: Panel discussion with Dr. Julia Sienkewics and Dr. Wendy Castenell Friday, February 17, 5:30 PM Join Dr. Julia Sienkewicz, guest curator of our exhibition “More than a Passing Observation”: William ...

02/01/2023

It’s Black History Month

As we approach Black history month here are some activities in the area. YWCA Charleston
01/31/2023

As we approach Black history month here are some activities in the area. YWCA Charleston

One week from today, we will kicking off our Black History Month Celebration with a FREE movie series show casing black history and culture. Join us each Saturday! There will be popcorn and drinks provided! Door prizes and more! For mature audiences ONLY!

Today is Day 7 of Kwanzaa.
01/01/2023

Today is Day 7 of Kwanzaa.

Today is Day 4 of Kwanzaa
12/29/2022

Today is Day 4 of Kwanzaa

Today is Day 3 of Kanawha
12/28/2022

Today is Day 3 of Kanawha

12/28/2022

Day 2 of Kwanzaa: Kujichagulia (Self-Determination)

To define ourselves, name ourselves, create for ourselves and speak for ourselves.

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612 Virginia Street E
Charleston, WV
25301

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+13043433250

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