Explore current, upcoming, and permanent exhibitions celebrating Maryland African American history and culture
Explore the extraordinary life of Maryland native Reginald F. Lewis, the first African American to establish and lead a billion-dollar company.
The Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture, in collaboration with the Maryland Lynching Memorial Project, announce with solemn reflection, the opening of its new permanent […]
iWITNESS: Media & The Movement is a compelling exhibit that will examine how media—Radio, Television, Photography, and the Press—impacted the modern American Civil Rights Movement. This exhibit commemorates the 60th […]
NOW OPEN! Guided by the spirit of “Lifting as We Climb,” the Kid Zone introduces young visitors to Maryland’s Black history, art and culture through hands-on discovery. At the entrance, […]
The Permanent History Gallery is the heart of the museum. An immersive journey through the rich, complex, and enduring history of African Americans in Maryland. Spanning centuries, this exhibition honors […]
This exhibition proactively presents a snapshot of African American and Black health professionals in Baltimore, Maryland, and the Chesapeake region and their many interventions to protect and support Black public […]
Jordan Lawson | Ground Zero Studio, Artist & Muralist Jordan Lawson was born and raised in Baltimore, Maryland, and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Digital Art and Design from […]
Reginald A. Lewis | Insansely Dope, Artist & Muralist “Taste of Legacy” is a vibrant tribute to African American heritage, resilience, and creativity. Centered around a powerful portrait, the painting blends […]
Frederick Douglass | Liberty is a modernized reimagining of the American abolitionist, writer, orator, and statesman Frederick Douglass (1817-1895). In the portrait, he is confident, determined, and courageous as we know […]
Exhibit on view from May 4, 2026 to February 28, 2027The Reginald F. Lewis Museum, in collaboration with the Maryland State Education Association (MSEA), proudly presents the High School Juried […]
Since 2023, Baltimore City students have been invited to participate in Mayor Scott’s Black History Month Student Art Contest and Exhibition. In commemoration of Black History Month, students are encouraged […]
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