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African American Museum of Dallas, Dallas, TX

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African American Museum of Dallas

Dallas art and history museum in Fair Park focused on African American culture, art, and archives.

3536 Grand Avenue, Dallas, TX 75210 · Dallas, TX

About African American Museum of Dallas

The African American Museum of Dallas sits in Fair Park and presents art, artifacts, and historical archives centered on African American heritage. Founded in 1974, it runs exhibitions, public programs, and school offerings. Its current headline exhibition traces the life of Nelson Mandela through four immersive galleries. The homepage notes the museum is temporarily closed and set to reopen on May 1.

  • #art museum
  • #African American history
  • #Fair Park
  • #Dallas
  • #free admission

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