Museum Closed – Sunday, April 17, 2022

The Reginlald F. Lewis Museum is closed on Sunday, April 17, 2022 from Noon to 5 pm.  The museum will re-open on Monday, April 18, 2022 beginning at 10 am. […]

Educator Wellness Webinar: Healing Through History: Refilling The Cup and Normalizing Self-Care For Educators – Virtual – 6 PM EST

Research has shown that learning African American history can have a positive impact on one’s well being. As part of Mental Health Awareness Month, this webinar will explore African American history through the lens of Mental Health, self-care and wellness. Participants will take a glimpse into the African American past to gain insight on how […]

Virtual Memorial Day Program: A Day To Remember – 6:30 pm – 8 pm EST

In 1865, African Americans in South Carolina gathered to pay tribute to Union soldiers buried in a mass grave. Their determination to honor their dead became the very first commemoration of what we now know as Memorial Day. Join us for a panel exploring the history of Memorial Day.  Author Leah Henderson will discuss her  […]

Juneteenth Celebration: Education as Liberation (In Person)

Commemorate this significant moment in our history with a FREE day at the Lewis Museum focused on "Education as Liberation." Barbecue lovers can learn about grilling and its significance in Black communities as a Juneteenth tradition with Damian Mosley from Black Sauce Kitchen. Enjoy samples of smoked barbecue biscuit sandwiches and smoked string beans with strawberry […]