African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia: Photos, Reviews & Location

Interactive displays & exhibits preserve African-American heritage in 4 separate galleries.

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#127 of 133 Tourist attractions in Philadelphia #46 of 46 Museums in Philadelphia

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.31

1.5 km from the center of Philadelphia

Rating breakdown

5 ★62%
4 ★19%
3 ★9%
2 ★5%
1 ★4%

701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, United States

aampmuseum.org

+1 215-574-0380

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What is the rating of African American Museum in Philadelphia?: African American Museum in Philadelphia is rated 4.3 out of 5 based on 1,241 reviews.
How does African American Museum in Philadelphia rank in Philadelphia?: African American Museum in Philadelphia is #127 of 133 Tourist attractions in Philadelphia by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is African American Museum in Philadelphia located?: 701 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, United States — 1.5 km from the center of Philadelphia.
How can I contact African American Museum in Philadelphia?: Phone: +1 215-574-0380 · Website: aampmuseum.org

Reviews (8)

Jamila Robinson 2024 Feb 26

Living in a thriving city filled with museums? It's almost a crime to not explore one for an exciting adventure! Recently, I visited the African American Museum in Philadelphia and had an amazing experience. The exhibit, "Rising Sun: Artists in an Uncertain America," offered a fresh perspective directly from the artist's viewpoint. The diverse mix of art styles in the exhibit was truly captivating and appealed to all visitors. You could freely wander, absorb the atmosphere, and enjoy yourself to the fullest. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, radiating positivity, while the gift shop was a delightful treasure trove. If you're looking for a great time, this place is a definite must-see!

lisa Bougue 2024 Jan 16

I haven't been here in years and was glad to be able to revisit and see the changes. Very informative with a lot of pictures and some interactive exhibits but I would have liked to see more artifacts like dishes, clothing, utensils used during slavery time. Nice experience with 3 floors to explore. The Breyonna Taylor exhibit was great!!

Alex White 2024 Jan 05

Great smaller African American museum with a focus on the arts. My favorite was the film in the orange room. I watched it twice!

Raymond Ellis 2023 Oct 24

I really enjoyed the African American Museum in Philadelphia. The permanent exhibit "Audacious Freedom" was interesting and informative. I also liked the special exhibit, "Rising Sun..." which displayed a lot of interesting and thought provoking artwork.

Minister Dr. Debbie Light Miller Curtis, Author 2023 Aug 27

It was a huge opportunity for my family and I to visit this museum.

The space is filled with so much history and historical information. I’m am happy to see the work being done to commemorate black history.

Overall a great work of art and a memorable experience to have visited this museum. I feel like this is a place where you could visit several times and draw various inspirations from each visit.

The green room is a must see …

Danie 2023 Jul 07

It’s always a piece of love an admiration for African American History when visiting. They have been around since my elementary schools days and till this day , I now have my next generation of family visiting . You get to see past and present art and culture , and as always it’s FREE admission but they do accept donations . Be sure to check out their events that they have to help educate and entertain those in the community that they serve.

Elizabeth Otero 2023 Jun 25

Wow! Amazing museum. So much knowledge shared with great visuals and interactive experiences. The museum contains 3 floors with lots of information in an smooth presentation. In total, about an hour to go through the museum. Plenty of street parking and a parking garage. Museum staff is very welcoming as well. Tickets may be purchased in person for $14 for adults. Very inexpensive for a great experience!

Age God 2023 Mar 31

This museum exhibition was very knowledgeable, the staff was very friendly. Learned allot with the young daughter. Great place to take the kids for their own understanding. The gift shop is quaint but nice. Will go there fir future exhibitions.