Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture
Perfect for
- First-Time Visitors
- History Buffs
- Families
- Culture Seekers
The details
Why visit
Maryland's flagship African American history and culture museum, and the best starting point for visitors who want context for Baltimore's Black communities, leadership, art, activism, and entrepreneurship before exploring the rest of Black Baltimore.
Don't miss
Permanent and rotating exhibitions on Maryland African American history.
Did you know?
Reginald F. Lewis was one of the first Black billion-dollar dealmakers in U.S. history.
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