Last updated: 4/18/2009
Sandy Spring, Maryland
Street Address
18524 Brooke Road
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
Mailing Address
P.O. Box 13
Sandy Spring, MD 20860

Hours

By appointment only.
We are generally available for PRIOR appointments late mornings & early afternoons on weekdays; late Saturday mornings; and Sunday afternoons from 2pm until 4pm. Please make an appointment well in advance (at least a week ahead of time) so as to avoid disappointment.

Admissions

For tours of the Museum, admission fees are generally $5/person, unless otherwise arranged. Cash or checks will be received the day of the tour. No credit cards, please.

Museum Type(s)

Staff

Description

The Great Hall displays slavery & civil rights documents along with art of the African Diaspora -- all presented against the backdrop of American history. The push for freedom via the Underground Railroad is discussed alongside the achievements and contributions of African Americans. The first floor gallery spaces are divided thematically and the lower level includes a resource library and meeting space for lectures, presentations and videos.

Mission

To display the significant contributions that African/African Americans have made in the building of America.

Governance

Board of Directors. 501(c)(3) non-profit

Library
Access: General Public, Students, Scholars
Appointment required: Yes
Services
Special Event Rental
ADA

The Great Hall is wheelchair accessible. Limited parking is available at the Museum. Additional parking is available across the street at the Ross Boddy Community Center.

Wheelchair Accessible
Parking
Exhibitions
Museum Events
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MUSEUM CONFERENCES

Oregon Museum Association 2024 Conference

September 8, 2024 - September 10, 2025

North Bend, Oregon

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February 18 - 22, 2025

San Fransico, California

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