The Reginald F. Lewis Museum is the authentic voice of African American art, history and culture in Maryland. Through our groundbreaking exhibitions, permanent collection and timely programs and events, we are bridging the gap between the past and present. View our educational offerings, our exhibitions and collections, and attend one of our many programs and special events.
Hours & Admission
Museum Hours
Museum Regular Hours:
Monday, Thursday-Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: 12pm-5pm
Tuesday-Wednesday: Closed
Museum Shop:
Monday, Thursday-Saturday: 10am-5pm
Sunday: 12pm-5pm
Tuesday-Wednesday: Closed
Holiday Hours:
Closed on Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Years Day and Easter Sunday.
Tickets
Members – FREE, Join Today!
General Admission – $15
Maryland Public School Educators – FREE
Seniors (65+) – $12
Youth (7-17) – $12
Children 6 and under – FREE
Veterans and Active-Duty Military – $12
Purchase tickets online TODAY!
Tickets may also be purchased in person at the door.
Museums On Us
As a Museum On Us partner, the Reginald F. Lewis Museum offers Bank of America or Merrill Lynch credit or debit card holders free admission on the first full weekend of every month, by showing your card and an ID.
Complimentary Admission
Museums for All
Museums for All is a signature access program of the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) and administered by the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) to encourage people of all backgrounds to visit museums regularly and build lifelong museum-going habits.
The Museum offers free general admission to individuals and families presenting a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card.
One person per group needs to present the identifying information, and that will cover up to 3 additional individuals.
Blue Star Museums
Blue Star Museums is a partnership between the National Endowment for the Arts and Blue Star Families, in collaboration with the Department of Defense and museums across America, offering free general admission to the nation’s active-duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserve.
The 2026 program runs from Armed Forces Day, Saturday, May 16, 2026, through Labor Day, Monday, September 7, 2026.
To gain free general admission, one person per group needs to present the identifying information (military or dependent identification card), and that will cover up to five additional individuals.
Visitors interested in exploring Maryland’s African American history and culture can purchase these tickets at the front desk or through the museum’s online portal.
Getting Here
Parking
PMI GARAGE
Across the street from the museum
815 E. Pratt Street
Validated parking: $9
PIER V PARKING GARAGE
Across from Ms. Shirley’s Restaurant
711 E. Pratt Street
Validated parking: $7
Bring your ticket to the Visitor Experience desk for validation.
Free on-street and metered parking also available in Harbor East and Little Italy neighborhoods.
Group Tours
For drop-off & parking info: 443-263-1852
Driving
From New York/Philadelphia (I-95 South)
Follow I-95 south through Ft. McHenry Tunnel to exit 53/I-395 to Pratt Street. Follow Pratt Street to President Street. Museum is on the corner of Pratt and President Streets.
From Harrisburg/York (I-83 South)
Follow I-83 south (Jones Falls Expressway) to end (becomes Fallsway, then President Street). Turn left onto Pratt Street. Museum directly on your left.
From Washington, D.C. (I-95 North)
Follow I-95 north to I-395 to Pratt Street. Turn right onto Pratt Street. Proceed to President Street. Museum on the left.
Public Transportation
us Lines
City Link – Pratt & Market Place Stop
- City Link Navy
- City Link Brown
- Route #65
- Route #63
Walk toward President Street. Museum on your left.
Charm City Circulator
- Orange Route #201
- Green Route #109
Other Transportation
Subway / Metro
Take subway to Shot Tower Station (East Baltimore). Follow Shot Tower exit. At street level, walk two blocks south. Museum on the left.
Water Taxi
Take water taxi to Marriott Waterfront Hotel (Pier 6). Walk three blocks north on President Street. Museum directly to your right across Pratt Street.
Accessibility
Special Needs
Visitors with hearing impairments may contact our Visitor Services Department at (443) 263-1875. The museum has partnered with the Interpreter Mentoring Program, an initiative of the Hearing and Speech Agency's Centralized Interpreter Referral Service to provide interpreting services. The Museum is ADA accessible and can be accessed by visitors who use mobility aids.
A limited number of wheelchairs are available during your visit on a first-come, first-served basis.