Houston Museum of African American Culture

Houston Museum of African American Culture Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC), will explore the historical, cultural and spiritual heritage of African Americans.

Houston Museum of African American Culture (HMAAC), explores the historical, cultural and spiritual heritage of African Americans.

Art that sees you back.At HMAAC, every piece holds a story—and every visitor brings it to life. Come stand in the presen...
06/29/2025

Art that sees you back.
At HMAAC, every piece holds a story—and every visitor brings it to life. Come stand in the presence of history, creativity, and conversation.
🖼️ Open Wed–Sat | 11AM–6PM

This Sunday, experience a night of powerful words and heartfelt tribute at The Art of Poetry: Father Figures Open Mic.🗓 ...
06/26/2025

This Sunday, experience a night of powerful words and heartfelt tribute at The Art of Poetry: Father Figures Open Mic.

🗓 June 29
📍 Houston Museum of African American Culture
⏰ Doors at 7PM | Show starts at 7:30PM

🎤 Featuring:
The Captivating Yolan A Poet’s Poet ()

The laugh-out-loud  Maniacal Menace Kyle Smith
()

Special Guest DJ: DJ Craz-EQ

Hosted by Chief Ikenna

Come vibe with us as we honor the fathers, father figures, and men who helped shape our stories.

👀 Have you seen The Stairwell of Memory?Look a little closer…Robbie Tolan is on the wall.A name. A face. A story that st...
06/25/2025

👀 Have you seen The Stairwell of Memory?

Look a little closer…
Robbie Tolan is on the wall.
A name. A face. A story that still demands to be told.

Because at HMAAC, we don’t just remember the past—we confront the present.
The fight for justice didn’t fade. It’s framed. It’s featured. And it’s far from over.

Come walk the stairwell. Feel the weight. Honor the names.

📍 Open Wednesday–Saturday | 11 AM–6 PM

At HMAAC, every groundbreaking program and powerful exhibition happens because of people like you. Imagine what we can c...
06/23/2025

At HMAAC, every groundbreaking program and powerful exhibition happens because of people like you. Imagine what we can create together when passionate, driven volunteers come together to make a difference. Ready to leave your mark?

Don’t just watch the culture— be the culture. Ready to jump in? Sign up to volunteer today and leave your mark!

Got questions? Email [email protected].

Join us TOMORROW for the HMAAC Juneteenth Celebration!🎉 Thursday, June 19th | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM📍 4807 Caroline St, Hous...
06/19/2025

Join us TOMORROW for the HMAAC Juneteenth Celebration!
🎉 Thursday, June 19th | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
📍 4807 Caroline St, Houston, TX 77004

Experience a powerful day of remembrance, resilience, and joy through art, culture, and storytelling!

🌟 WORKSHOP: Using Comics to Tell Your Stories
🕦 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
📚 Led by Michael Dando (St. Cloud State University) and John Jennings (University of California Riverside), learn the craft of comic making and storytelling with the legendary Lion Man comic book.

🌟 PANELS FEATURING:
✨ Hidden Figures and Histories in Comics at 1:00 PM
✨ Blackness Behind the Scenes in the Comic Industry at 2:30 PM
✨ Lion Man: Legendary Black Superhero Revisited at 4:00 PM
— Join an amazing lineup of scholars, artists, and industry experts as they explore Black cartoonists’ legacies, behind-the-scenes insights, and superhero reimaginings.

🎨 LIVE PAINTING:
🎨 By Eddie Filer at 12:00 PM
Watch art come to life before your eyes!

🎭 IMPACTFUL IMMERSIVE THEATER SHOW: Embers of Freedom
🔥 12:30 PM & 3:00 PM showings
Brought to life by Tha Chocolate Box, Embers of Freedom is an immersive theatrical journey that brings together our legacy, reminding us that Juneteenth is not just a date—it’s a declaration.

📖 READ ALOUDS:
✨ READ ALOUD: THE LEGEND OF THE CURL GIRL by H.D. Johnson Jr. at 1:30 PM
✨ READ ALOUD: DREAM WHAT MAY by Becky Orr at 3:30 PM

✨ Plus: Vendor Market • Face Painting • and More!

💥 Juneteenth is a powerful reminder that freedom is not just a moment in history—it’s a living legacy we carry forward. Come celebrate with us and honor the spirit of liberation and joy!

🆓 Free Event!

Join us for the HMAAC Juneteenth Celebration!🎉 Thursday, June 19th | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM📍 4807 Caroline St, Houston, TX 7...
06/16/2025

Join us for the HMAAC Juneteenth Celebration!
🎉 Thursday, June 19th | 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
📍 4807 Caroline St, Houston, TX 77004

Experience a powerful day of remembrance, resilience, and joy through art, culture, and storytelling!

🌟 WORKSHOP: Using Comics to Tell Your Stories
🕦 11:30 AM - 12:45 PM
📚 Led by Michael Dando (St. Cloud State University) and John Jennings (University of California Riverside), learn the craft of comic making and storytelling with the legendary Lion Man comic book.

🌟 PANELS FEATURING:
✨ Hidden Figures and Histories in Comics at 1:00 PM
✨ Blackness Behind the Scenes in the Comic Industry at 2:30 PM
✨ Lion Man: Legendary Black Superhero Revisited at 4:00 PM
— Join an amazing lineup of scholars, artists, and industry experts as they explore Black cartoonists’ legacies, behind-the-scenes insights, and superhero reimaginings.

🎨 LIVE PAINTING:
🎨 By Eddie Filer at 12:00 PM
Watch art come to life before your eyes!

🎭 IMPACTFUL IMMERSIVE THEATER SHOW: Embers of Freedom
🔥 12:30 PM & 3:00 PM showings
Brought to life by Tha Chocolate Box, Embers of Freedom is an immersive theatrical journey that brings together our legacy, reminding us that Juneteenth is not just a date—it’s a declaration.

📖 READ ALOUDS:
✨ READ ALOUD: THE LEGEND OF THE CURL GIRL by H.D. Johnson Jr. at 1:30 PM
✨ READ ALOUD: DREAM WHAT MAY by Becky Orr at 3:30 PM

✨ Plus: Vendor Market • Face Painting • and More!

💥 Juneteenth is a powerful reminder that freedom is not just a moment in history—it’s a living legacy we carry forward. Come celebrate with us and honor the spirit of liberation and joy!

🆓 Free Event!

Happy Father’s Day from HMAAC 🖤Today, we honor the fathers, grandfathers, uncles, mentors, and father-figures who lead w...
06/16/2025

Happy Father’s Day from HMAAC 🖤

Today, we honor the fathers, grandfathers, uncles, mentors, and father-figures who lead with strength, protect with love, and pour into generations with wisdom and grace.

At the Houston Museum of African American Culture, we recognize the power of Black fatherhood—past, present, and future. Thank you for your presence, your legacy, and the love you give that shapes our communities in ways both seen and unseen.

We celebrate you today—and always. ✊🏽👑

Let’s celebrate the men who stood tall and shaped us with love.On June 29, we honor them at The Art of Poetry: Father Fi...
06/14/2025

Let’s celebrate the men who stood tall and shaped us with love.
On June 29, we honor them at The Art of Poetry: Father Figures  Open mic event, a night of unforgettable performances from the father figures in our lives.

Featuring:
• The soul-stirring Mars Barz
• The hilariously brilliant Maniacal Menace Kyle Smith
🎧 Vibes by DJ Craz-EQ
🎙 Hosted by your very own Chief Ikenna

📍 Houston Museum of African American Culture
🕖 Doors at 7:00 PM | Show starts at 7:30 PM

Whether it’s your mentors, uncles, brothers or community leaders come celebrate the men who helped raise us, not just with their hands, but with their hearts.

Freedom lives here. So does community. 🖤❤️💚At HMAAC, we don’t just celebrate history—we honor the power of our people th...
06/12/2025

Freedom lives here. So does community. 🖤❤️💚

At HMAAC, we don’t just celebrate history—we honor the power of our people through art, culture, and connection.

Join us next week for a Juneteenth celebration like no other. From immersive performances and hands-on workshops to powerful panels and vibrant exhibitions, we’re creating space to reflect, rejoice, and rise—together.

✨ Open Wednesday through Saturday, 11AM–6PM
🎉 FREE Juneteenth Celebration | Wednesday, June 19th

Pull up, bring your people, and feel the freedom.

We proudly support When We Free the World — a powerful new documentary exploring manhood, fatherhood, and healing in Ame...
06/11/2025

We proudly support When We Free the World — a powerful new documentary exploring manhood, fatherhood, and healing in America. 🎥✨

This special screening and community conversation will take place on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 15, at the historic Judson Memorial Church in NYC, honoring Father’s Day, Juneteenth, Pride, and Men’s Health Month in one unforgettable gathering.

Free and open to all — including our disabled community. RSVP at [email protected].

Let’s keep uplifting stories that spark dialogue and liberation.

🎨 Art makes the world go round — don’t miss your chance to grab something dope from the Culture Shoppe! From bold prints...
06/08/2025

🎨 Art makes the world go round — don’t miss your chance to grab something dope from the Culture Shoppe! From bold prints to wearable pieces, we’ve got something for every vibe.

🛍️ Open Wednesday–Saturday, 11AM–6PM at HMAAC.

Support local. Celebrate culture. Collect art.

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Friday 11am - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 6pm

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