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Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History

Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History is a museum in Detroit, MI, part of the Detroit guide. Cost: under $25.

315 E. Warren Avenue, Detroit, MI 48201 · Detroit, MI

Why you should go…

The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History is located in Detroit's Midtown Cultural Center and is one of the world's largest and oldest independent museums dedicated to African American history. Exhibits explore African American history and culture from Africa through the present. The museum offers general admission with discounted rates for seniors, youth and children.

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