Black History Museum & Cultural Center, Richmond

Name: Black History Museum & Cultural Center
Address: 122 W Leigh St, Richmond, 23220, United States
Telephone: +1 804-780-9093

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Black History Museum & Cultural Center (address: 122 W Leigh St) is a place located in Richmond (Virginia state) and belongs to the category of museum.

It is situated at an altitude of 157 feet, and its geographical coordinates are 37°32'60"N latitude and 77°26'29"W longitude.

Planning a visit to this place, one can easily and conveniently get there by public transportation. Black History Museum & Cultural Center is a short distance from the following public transport stations: J (bus, 19 min walk), Richmond Main Street (train, 33 min walk).

Among other places and attractions worth visiting in the area are: First Battalion Virginia Volunteers Armory (victorian architecture, 1 min walk), Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church (church, 5 min walk), Gallery5 (museum, 5 min walk).

Coordinates: 37°32'60"N, 77°26'29"W

Address

122 W Leigh StDowntown Richmond (Jackson Ward)Richmond 23220 United States

Contact

+1 804-780-9093

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Black History Museum & Cultural Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Black History Museum & Cultural Center open?

Black History Museum & Cultural Center is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday 10 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Black History Museum & Cultural Center?

Nearby attractions include First Battalion Virginia Volunteers Armory, Richmond (1 min walk), Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church, Richmond (5 min walk), Gallery5, Richmond (5 min walk), Baker Public School, Richmond (6 min walk).

How to get to Black History Museum & Cultural Center by public transport?

The nearest stations to Black History Museum & Cultural Center:

Bus

J • Lines: 14, 3C (19 min walk)
I • Lines: 3C, 5 (19 min walk)

Train

Richmond Main Street (33 min walk)