Closure

The museum will be closed on
Saturday, August 31st.
We hope you have an enjoyable Labor Day weekend!

Highlights

We are seeking a passionate and creative Chief Financial Officer to assist in the management and direction of the fiscal affairs for MCAAHC, the Banneker-Douglass Museum, and the African American Preservation Grant Program. See the Careers page for more info!
In collaboration with Maryland Humanities, join us for this inspiring and enlightening lecture featuring Dr. Michael Fischbach. Visit the Events page for more info!
On August 17, we invite you to join us for A Day on the Bay — an Association of African American Museums Conference 2024 post-conference excursion. Visit the Events page for more info!
Join us for the MCAAHC August 2024 Public Meeting on Monday, August 5. Visit the Events page for more info!
‘REVISIT/REIMAGINE: The Civil Rights Era in Maryland and the Parallels of Today’ is now open! Visit the Exhibitions page for more information.
The Maryland Year of Civil Rights has kicked off! #ICYMI check out the recorded launch event with Gov. Moore and First Lady Moore, along with other notable speakers, Oct 25th, and visit the resource page for more info!
The Banneker-Douglass Museum is now a part of the National Park Service’s African American Civil Rights Network. Learn more in the News & Updates section!

Maryland’s Year of Civil Rights!

With 2024 being the 60th anniversary of the signing of the Civil Rights Act (1964), the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture and Banneker-Douglass Museum are declaring 2024 as “Maryland’s Year of Civil Rights” with exciting and relevant programming, exhibitions, and partnerships.

From 1964’s Bell vs. Maryland to 1963’s Treaty of Cambridge, Maryland has been the backdrop to civil rights legislation throughout the years. Additionally, Maryland has been the home to civil rights icons such as Verda Freeman Welcome, Thurgood Marshall, and Gloria Richardson.

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Exhibit Now Open!

REVISIT/REIMAGINE: The Civil Rights Era in Maryland and Parallels of Today remembers the legacies of civil rights leaders and their effect on Black Marylanders and the United States in totality. In collaboration with AFRO Archives, over 100 images of nationally and locally recognized civil rights leaders will be on display accompanied by the work of contemporary artists living and working in the Maryland area.

Much like the civil rights leaders of the 1960s, artists today are utilizing their artistic practices to raise awareness, and drive commentary and conversation around topics such as education inequities, race-based violence, and unjust treatment from governmental entities.

Photo of Thurgood Marshall | Courtesy AFRO Charities >>>

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Black History 365 Continues

Black History 365 is a collection of stories, art and events that highlight the history, heritage and contributions of Black Marylanders as well as the history of the people of the African Diaspora in Annapolis & Anne Arundel County. Here, their culture and excellence are celebrated year round through a collaborative initiative across county and state wide organizations, spearheaded by the Banneker-Douglass Museum, in partnership with Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County.

To submit your Black History event, exhibition, program or virtual event, click here.

Our Mission

Documenting, interpreting, and promoting African-American history & culture

As the State of Maryland’s official museum of African American heritage, the Banneker-Douglass Museum serves to document, to interpret, and to promote African American history and culture (particularly in Maryland) through exhibitions, programs, and projects in order to improve the understanding and appreciation of America’s rich cultural diversity for all.

The Banneker-Douglass Museum is operated by the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture.

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