Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History Est. in 1965, inspires greater understanding, acceptance, & unity through the triumphs and tragedies of the African American experience.
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Founded in 1965, the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History opens minds and changes lives by inspiring greater understanding, acceptance, and unity through the triumphs and tragedies of the African American experience. Key to the experience is "And Still We Rise: Our Journey Through African American History and Culture," the museum's 22,000 square foot, interactive core exhibit. An amazing adventure of history, art and achievement awaits you or your group at The Wright Museum!

Join us for a dynamic dialogue with Stacey Abrams, one of the nation’s most influential voices, as we kick off The Wrigh...
09/01/2026

Join us for a dynamic dialogue with Stacey Abrams, one of the nation’s most influential voices, as we kick off The Wright Conversations series tradition of bringing timely, meaningful discussions to our community.

Thursday, September 10, 2026
6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Tickets are on sale now and going fast!

General Admission: $50
VIP Admission: SOLD OUT ($75)
LINK IN BIO!
To be notified first about Wright Conversations, become a member today!

About Stacey Abrams
Stacey Abrams is a bestselling author, political leader, lawyer, and voting rights advocate dedicated to advancing democracy, economic opportunity, and a more equitable future.

For more information, visit our website: thewright.org/events

Giving blood is one small way to make a HUGE impact! Stop by this Thursday to make a game changing play!
09/01/2026

Giving blood is one small way to make a HUGE impact! Stop by this Thursday to make a game changing play!

07/31/2026

Can you hear the “Beep” 👀
And what’s inside that cookie container?

Third Thursday returns to The Wright Museum on September 17th with complementary hors’ duerves, hot food, cash bar, late night networking, and an incredible line up of curated talent!

For more information on our Third Thursday series, visit thewright.org/third-thursdays or hit the link in our bio to see our schedule through the end of the year.

Looking to see what benefits are offered to our members? Check out thewright.org/membership.

Special shout out to our interns, Amer and Aylin, who helped to write this script and grab some behind the scenes.

Join us on Thursday, August 6th, 2026 for the Annual Roberta Hughes Wright Memorial Golf Classic. This fundraiser is hos...
07/18/2026

Join us on Thursday, August 6th, 2026 for the Annual Roberta Hughes Wright Memorial Golf Classic. This fundraiser is hosted each year by the Wright Women’s Committee and the Golf outing proceeds help support educational programs at The Wright Museum.

This is the perfect opportunity to become a sponsor, purchase tickets, and donate to a great cause. There’s still time to buy your tickets and make an impact.
For more information, please visit our website:

https://www.thewright.org/events/roberta-hughes-wright-memorial-golf-classic

07/16/2026

Out with the old, in with upscale and class.
Bill Smith The Jeweler is now open. Come see the hard work our exhibition team put into this incredible exhibit!

Friday and Saturday has wrapped, but there’s still a few hours left at African World Festival!Link in bio for tickets!
07/12/2026

Friday and Saturday has wrapped, but there’s still a few hours left at African World Festival!

Link in bio for tickets!

Address

315 E Warren Avenue
Detroit, MI
48201

Opening Hours

Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 12pm - 5pm

Telephone

(313) 494-5800

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