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Center City East, Philadelphia
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"Support our cultural institutions & bring a friend!"(4 Tips)
"first institution"(2 Tips)
"... museum dedicated to black history. Definitely worth a visit when in the area."(2 Tips)
"Definitely an amazing exhibit and a definite must see."(2 Tips)
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visitPAOctober 28, 2011This museum will enlighten you culturally and intellectually through their exhibitions, programs, art, history and by telling the story of African Americans in all its permutations.
The museum collects & preserves rare, unique & primary materials that document the history, literature, politics, and culture of peoples of African descent in Philadelphia and throughout the Americas
BETJanuary 31, 2013Museum houses and interprets the life and work of African Americans. Celebrate Black History by checking out amazing African American contributions: http://bet.us/BHM
Ivy Agnes NguyenJuly 1, 2015Lot to learn here at this excellent museum dedicated to black history. Definitely worth a visit when in the area.
- Martelle PittsOctober 21, 2016Definitely an amazing exhibit and a definite must see. The staff are all very helpful and make your experience exceptional.
NBC PhiladelphiaAugust 14, 2011The museum opened in 1976 in celebration of the Bicentennial and has grown to include 400,000 artifacts. It's the first museum funded and built by a city to preserve African American culture. Read more
Visit PhillyMay 1, 2012The PHLASH trolley runs Fri, Sat & Sun from 10-6 pm May-October 28, 2012. Just head to stops 2 or 18, buy a $2 ticket & you'll be on your way to seeing more of Philadelphia's attractions and museums. Read more
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