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We welcome you to the only museum of its kind,
The National Great Blacks
in Wax Museum!
Since its opening, the Museum has become a prominent, nationally recognized institution. It has also evolved into a powerful compendium of wax figures. The Museum houses approximately 150 figures of people from the past, like Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Rosa Parks, and from the present, like President Barack Obama.
Newest Wax Figure
Henrietta Lacks
Did you know that a Black woman from Baltimore changed the course of medical history? Henrietta Lacks’ cells—taken without her consent—became the first “immortal” human cells and have been used in everything from cancer research to the development of the polio vaccine. At The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum, we honor her legacy and educate our community about her profound, and often overlooked, impact on science and humanity. Her story is our story—come learn why it matters.
Visitor Info
Admission Rates
Adults
Seniors 55 and over
College Students (with ID)
Mid-level Students 12–17
Children 5–11
Children 4 and under
Members
$18
$17
$17
$17
$15
FREE
FREE
Hours of Operation
Thursday–Saturday
Sunday
10 A.M.–5 P.M.
12 P.M.–5 P.M.
The Museum expansion takes visitors on a journey from early human origins in Africa to the global African diaspora, celebrating resilience, courage, and new destinies. With 12,000 sq. ft. of new galleries, community and educational spaces, a Memorial Garden storytelling commons, museum store, café, and the largest green space in Oliver/Broadway East/Cecil Kirk, the expansion highlights Black excellence and the legacies of trailblazers inspiring future generations. This project needs your support!
Planning a Trip to Maryland?
We've curated a list of must-visit organizations and experiences that highlight Maryland’s rich culture and history. Whether you're looking to explore powerful storytelling, uncover Black history, or engage with the arts, these destinations will make your visit unforgettable!
Celebrating 40 Years and Counting
A Story of Uncompromising Truth
Visitor Info
Admission Rates
Adults
Seniors 55 and over
College Students (with ID)
Mid-level Students 12–17
Children 5–11
Children 4 and under
Members
$18
$17
$17
$17
$15
FREE
FREE
Hours of Operation
Thursday–Saturday
Sunday
10 A.M.–5 P.M.
12 P.M.–5 P.M.
Holidays Closed
We are closed during the following holidays. We remain open during Veteran’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President’s Day, and Easter Sunday.
Thanksgiving
Christmas Eve
Christmas
New Year’s Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
“I’ve never understood the appeal of wax museums, but this homespun educational gem had my number the minute I walked in.”
—Jada Yuan
The New York Times
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