◷ Open Thursday–Sunday 10 AM–5 PM
Join Us for the Holidays!
Visit The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum
Welcome to the only museum of its kind, The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum!
Since its opening, the Museum has become a prominent, nationally recognized institution. It has also evolved into a powerful compendium of wax figures. The Museum houses approximately 150 figures of people from the past, like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks, and from the present, like President Barack Obama.
Celebrating 40 Years and Counting
A Story of Uncompromising Truth
EVENTS
Celebrate Kwanzaa with us!
December 26th, 6-8pm
Henderson Hopkins Elementary School
IT'S ALL ABOUT THE CHILDREN
The Annual Kwanzaa of the National Great Blacks In Wax Museum, in partnership with the Men and Families Center, is all about the children.
In the African Oral Tradition expressions of rhythms, songs, movements and stories will be given. Motivational, and memorable performances and presentations will come through and from the Community of Academic Scholars, Dance Happens, Inc., the Growing Griots, Keur Khaleyi Kids (K3), Power FTP (For The People) and members of the National Association of Black Storytellers, Inc.
Temporary Exhibit included in General Admission
Stephen Hayes "Cash Crop" Exhibit
Reservations
We offer self-guided, individual, audio, and group tours of our exhibits. While visitors are welcome without reservations, advanced reservations are required for parties of 10 or more.
Expansion
As we celebrate 40 years, our plans for the museum expand beyond our walls and into the community. Learn about our mural project, plans for expansion, and how to get involed.
Support
Your donations help us preserve and promote the legacy of American history, particularly that of African Americans. We are an established 501(c)3, and your donation is tax-deductible.
Visitor Info
Admission Rates
Adults
Seniors 55 and over
College Students (with ID)
Mid-level Students 12–17
Children 5–11
Children 4 and under
Members
$18
$17
$17
$17
$15
FREE
FREE
Thursday–Saturday
Sunday
Hours of Operation
10 A.M.–5 P.M.
12 P.M.–5 P.M.
We are closed during the following holidays. We remain open during Veteran’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President’s Day, and Easter Sunday.
Holidays Closed
Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas
New Year’s Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
“I’ve never understood the appeal of wax museums, but this homespun educational gem had my number the minute I walked in.”
—Jada Yuan
The New York Times
