Discover What’s On View at the National Great Blacks in Wax Museum

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.

Henrietta Lacks represents both the brilliance and the injustice that Black Americans have faced in the name of progress. Her legacy sparks vital conversations about ethics, race, and recognition in the medical field—conversations that are still relevant today. We invite you to explore the museum and meet Mrs. Lacks face to face, as we preserve and uplift the true stories that shape our collective history.