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Spady Cultural Heritage Museum Established in 2001, serving as the premier center for Black History education in Palm Beach County.
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The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum is dedicated to discovering, collecting, and sharing the Black history and heritage of Palm Beach County. Located at 170 NW Fifth Avenue in Delray Beach, the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum is the only museum of its kind in Palm Beach County dedicated to showcasing the contributions of members of the African Diaspora in Florida and the U.S. The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum is an independent institution that advocates for the mission of sharing, preserving and honoring Black history and the contributions of the African Diaspora to society. It does not endorse, recommend or share the personal views, opinions or perspectives of its Board of Directors, executive leadership, staff and/or consultants.

Something new is coming to the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum! 🎨We're excited to introduce four talented exhibiting arti...
10/09/2026

Something new is coming to the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum! 🎨

We're excited to introduce four talented exhibiting artists whose work will be featured at the museum throughout the year: Michelle Drummond of Drummond Fine Art, Amaya Estrada, Tracy Guiteau and Dorotha Grace Lemeh.

Each artist brings a unique perspective, exploring themes of identity, cultural heritage, storytelling, spirituality, memory and the world around us. Through quarterly, nine-week exhibitions, visitors will have the opportunity to experience their creativity and the diverse cultural influences that shape their work.

First up is Michelle Drummond!

From October 17 through December 19, 2026, visitors can explore Drummond's vibrant use of fiber, organic forms, color and texture as she examines connection, resilience, environmental issues and cultural richness.

We're looking forward to sharing the work of these four incredible artists with our community throughout the year!

Learn more about Michelle Drummond: https://www.drummondfineart.com

https://www.channelsfl.art/

100 years of history. 100 years of stories. And the house still stands! 🥂The historic Spady House is turning 100, and we...
10/08/2026

100 years of history. 100 years of stories. And the house still stands! 🥂

The historic Spady House is turning 100, and we're celebrating a century of history, heritage and community in Delray Beach!

Join us for The House Still Stands: A Centennial Cocktail Reception, a special evening honoring the legacy of this historic landmark and the generations of people whose stories have helped shape our community.

From its beginnings in 1926 to its role today as the home of the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum, the Spady House continues to connect our past with our present.

Come celebrate this incredible milestone with us!
đź“… Saturday, October 17, 2026
🕓 4–6 PM
đź“Ť Spady Cultural Heritage Museum
170 NW 5th Avenue, Delray Beach
🥂 Cocktails & light bites

Reserve your spot and join the celebration!
https://spadymuseum.charityproud.org/EventRegistration/Index/29322

History looks a little different when you get to ask questions, explore, create and be part of the conversation. 🙋🏾‍♀️📚T...
10/06/2026

History looks a little different when you get to ask questions, explore, create and be part of the conversation. 🙋🏾‍♀️📚

That’s what Saturdays look like at the Spady Museum’s Black History Study Program.

Now in its third season, the program gives students and adults an interactive way to explore Black history through storytelling, technology, activities and discussion designed to make history meaningful and relevant.

Classes continue throughout October, and new participants are always welcome to join us.

📍 Grades 3–5: 9–10 AM at Spady Museum
📍 Grades 6–12: 10 AM–12 PM at Spady Museum
💻 Adults: 10 AM–12 PM via Zoom

October 10, 17 & 24

Learn more and register:
https://www.spadymuseum.com/black-history-study/

Last year, these tours SOLD OUT. 🚌✨ So if Ride, Remember & Discover is on your 2027 list, now is the time to book your s...
10/01/2026

Last year, these tours SOLD OUT. 🚌✨ So if Ride, Remember & Discover is on your 2027 list, now is the time to book your seat!

Climb aboard the Spady Museum’s signature bus tour and experience Delray Beach through the people, neighborhoods and stories that helped shape the city we know today.

From the historic West Settlers neighborhood to important landmarks throughout Delray Beach, this two hour journey brings local history to life with the accuracy, authenticity and perspective you expect from the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum.

2027 Tour Dates:
January 7 & 23
February 10 & 27
March 11 & 27
April 9 & 24
May 4 & 22

Seats are limited and last year’s tours filled up, so book early!

🎟️ Reserve your seat: https://www.spadymuseum.com/historical-tour/

Before Delray Beach became the city we know today, communities like West Settlers were already laying its foundation.The...
09/29/2026

Before Delray Beach became the city we know today, communities like West Settlers were already laying its foundation.

The historic West Settlers neighborhood was home to many of Delray Beach’s early African American and Caribbean residents. Here, families built homes, opened businesses, established churches, educated their children and created a strong community during an era when segregation shaped where Black residents could live, work and gather.

West Settlers became home to important institutions in Delray Beach’s Black history, including the city’s first Black school, church and hotel.

This photograph from EPOCH Archives offers a glimpse into that history through something beautifully ordinary: two women walking along a neighborhood road. Images like this help us remember that history is not only found in major events. It lives in the streets people walked, the neighborhoods they built and the everyday lives that helped shape Delray Beach.

đź“· EPOCH Archives

09/28/2026

There is always more history to discover. đź“š

This past weekend, our Black History Study Program came together for another morning of learning, conversation and connection. Each class brings new stories, new perspectives and plenty to talk about.

Missed the first few classes? You can still join us. New participants are welcome at every session, and you do not need to have attended previous classes.

Come for one class or keep coming back. Students and adults are welcome, and there is always something new to learn.

Learn more and register:
https://www.spadymuseum.com/black-history-study/

09/25/2026

A history degree can take you further than you might expect.

Charlene Farrington, Executive Director of the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum, joined Marjorie Waldo, Host and Executive Director of Arts Garage, on the Culture Under Fire podcast to talk about the possibilities that come with studying history and how that knowledge can be applied in a variety of fields.

Charlene speaks to the importance of helping young people see beyond the traditional paths they may associate with a history degree. Museums and cultural organizations can be spaces where that knowledge becomes practical, meaningful work while also connecting people to the stories and experiences that shape our communities.

Creating those connections starts with showing the next generation that their education can open more doors than they may realize.

Learn more about the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum: https://spadymuseum.com/

🚌 All aboard for 2027! And if last year taught us anything, it’s this: book your seat early.The Spady Cultural Heritage ...
09/23/2026

🚌 All aboard for 2027! And if last year taught us anything, it’s this: book your seat early.

The Spady Cultural Heritage Museum’s Ride, Remember & Discover Bus Tours are returning with 10 dates from January through May 2027. Last year’s tours sold out, and we’re ready to hit the road again.

This isn’t your typical sightseeing tour. It’s a two-hour journey through Delray Beach’s Black history, culture and community, exploring the people, places, neighborhoods and stories that helped shape the city we know today.

From the West Settlers’ Historical District to important landmarks throughout Delray Beach, you’ll discover stories of entrepreneurship, ingenuity, resilience and cultural collaboration, shared with the accuracy and authenticity you expect from the Spady Museum.

2027 TOUR DATES:
January 7 & 23
February 10 & 27
March 11 & 27
April 9 & 24
May 4 & 22

History has a seat waiting for you. Just don’t wait too long to claim it. 🚌

Reserve your seat: https://www.spadymuseum.com/historical-tour/

Before pharmacies were on every corner, places like Economical Drug Store were part of the heartbeat of the community.Jo...
09/22/2026

Before pharmacies were on every corner, places like Economical Drug Store were part of the heartbeat of the community.

Joseph Jenkins, pictured here behind the counter of his Economical Drug Store at Rosemary Avenue and 4th Street in West Palm Beach, was a pharmacist, entrepreneur and respected member of the city’s Black community.

During segregation, Black-owned businesses like Jenkins’ provided more than goods and services. The drugstore was a place where neighbors could gather, socialize and connect at a time when many public spaces excluded them.

This photograph offers a glimpse inside that history, from the prescription counter and rows of medicine to the man who built a business that served his community.

Stories like Joseph Jenkins’ are an important part of Palm Beach County’s Black history, and they deserve to be remembered and shared.

đź“· Joseph Jenkins, Economical Drug Store, West Palm Beach.

09/18/2026

The way we tell history matters.

Charlene Farrington, Executive Director of the Spady Cultural Heritage Museum, joined Marjorie Waldo, Host and Executive Director of Arts Garage, on the Culture Under Fire podcast for an important conversation about why museums have a responsibility to tell history correctly and preserve the stories that help us understand our communities.

Charlene highlights the importance of historical context and the role museums play in ensuring meaningful moments in our history are understood—not simply remembered.

When we preserve these stories and share them accurately, we create opportunities for our community and future generations to learn, connect and better understand where we come from.

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170 NW 5th Avenue
Delray Beach, FL
33444

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 4pm
Wednesday 11am - 4pm
Thursday 11am - 4pm
Friday 11am - 4pm
Saturday 11am - 4pm

Telephone

+15612798883

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