historical cultural experiences

African American Museum and Library at Oakland, CA

African Americans in California

The African American Museum and Library at Oakland is dedicated to the discovery, preservation, interpretation, and sharing of historical and cultural experiences of African Americans in California and the West for present and future generations.

The museum host wonderful programs showcasing African
American culture and history in California.

reference library

Materials only used in the library

archives

The Black Studies Collection

museum

Record the Black Pioneers

My son and I visited the museum on 5 August 2025.