Dr. Carter G. Woodson African American Museum

Discover African American art, history, and culture through exhibitions, stories, public programs, and community connections for visitors today!

OUR EXPERIENCES
The Woodson is Florida’s premier African American museum, dedicated to preserving, presenting, interpreting, celebrating, and educating the public about African American art, history, and culture. The Woodson is both a museum and a mission-driven community institution. The Woodson offers cultural, educational and community services along with signature exhibitions and programs that anchor its role as the leading African American museum in Florida.

ABOUT US
The Woodson is a cultural steward within the community.

Our mission is to:

• Preserve, present, interpret, celebrate, and educate others regarding African American art, history, and culture in Florida and beyond.

• Engage a broad and diverse audience through exhibitions and programs that illuminate African American history.

• Promote understanding among diverse groups to strengthen respect, value diversity, and foster equal rights and social justice.

IMPACT
The Woodson African American Museum of Florida delivers transformational community value by preserving African American history, elevating underrepresented artists, strengthening social equity, and educating future generations.

Its mission-driven governance model supports diverse exhibitions, scholarships, oral histories, and community advocacy. More than a museum, the Woodson serves as a cultural anchor and catalyst, providing exhibition opportunities, awarding educational scholarships, and hosting nationally respected voices who advance dialogue on justice and equity while preserving cultural memory and strengthening intergenerational ties.

The museum also contributes to environmental stewardship through the Legacy Garden, a community-designed green space that supports reflection, outdoor programming, and environmental awareness.

Education is central to its mission, expressed through exhibits, oral history series, author talks, national speakers, and scholarship programs that preserve African American history for present and future generations while promoting cultural literacy, social justice, and community cohesion.

DETAILS
To learn more, contact: woodsonmuseum@gmail.com

What are your minimum and maximum group sizes?
1–50

Do you require visitors to pre-book?
Yes

Do you have group rates?
Yes

Do you pay commissions to travel advisors?
No

What languages do you offer your services in?
English

When are you open?
Tuesday–Saturday, Noon–5pm. Other times for private tours are available upon request.

What accommodations do you make for people living with disabilities?
The Woodson provides wheelchair accessible entrances and galleries, ADA compliant restrooms, service animal access, seating throughout the museum, and staff trained to assist visitors with mobility, sensory, or communication needs. Additional accommodations—such as sensory-friendly resources, ASL interpretation, and guided experiences for visitors with low vision—can be arranged with advance notice.