African American Museum in Philadelphia, Philadelphia

Name: African American Museum in Philadelphia
Address: 701 Arch St, Philadelphia, 19106, United States
Telephone: +1 215-574-0380

#100 among attractions in Philadelphia

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The African American Museum in Philadelphia is notable as the first museum funded and built by a municipality to help preserve, interpret and exhibit the heritage of African Americans. Opened during the 1976 Bicentennial celebrations, the AAMP is located in historic Philadelphia on Arch Street, a few blocks away from the Liberty Bell. ()

Established: 1976 (48 years ago)Coordinates: 39°57'12"N, 75°9'6"W

Address

701 Arch StCenter City (Chinatown)Philadelphia 19106 United States

Contact

+1 215-574-0380

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African American Museum in Philadelphia – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Independence Hall, National Constitution Center, Liberty Bell, National Museum of American Jewish History.

~1680 ftS
, Museum, History museum
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~1450 ftS
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National shrine with the Liberty Bell
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~1410 ftW
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~900 ftN
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~1120 ftSE
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is African American Museum in Philadelphia open?

African American Museum in Philadelphia is open:

Monday closed
Tuesday closed
Wednesday 10 am - 5 pm
Thursday 10 am - 5 pm
Friday 10 am - 5 pm
Saturday 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm

Which popular attractions are close to African American Museum in Philadelphia?

Nearby attractions include Dolley Todd House, Philadelphia (4 min walk), National Constitution Center, Philadelphia (4 min walk), Chinatown, Philadelphia (4 min walk), Independence National Historical Park, Philadelphia (5 min walk).

How to get to African American Museum in Philadelphia by public transport?

The nearest stations to African American Museum in Philadelphia:

Bus

FlixBus Philadelphia Market Street • Lines: 2602, 2680, N2610 (5 min walk)
Greyhound Terminal (8 min walk)

Metro

8th & Market • Lines: Bsl, Patco (5 min walk)
8th Street • Lines: Mfl (5 min walk)

Train

Jefferson Station (9 min walk)
Suburban Station (22 min walk)

Tram

13th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (14 min walk)
15th Street • Lines: 10, 11, 13, 34, 36 (19 min walk)