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ABHM Book Club: How Black History Can Save Your Life by Ernest Crimm III

May 27, 2026

We are pleased to announce ABHM’s August Book of the Month: How Black History Can Save Your Life: From the Talk to George Floyd, Everything You Need to Know to Deescalate a Racist Situation by Ernest Crim III. We invite you to join us on August 29th at 1:30 p.m. for a discussion of the book at America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) or virtually via Zoom.

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Family History Day

May 27, 2026

Like our nation, every family has a story worth telling. To honor the traditions of family history and storytelling, join America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) for a Griot-led tour exploring the history and experiences of African American families. Visitors will also have opportunities to learn how to preserve family stories and meaningful objects while encouraging younger generations to connect with their ancestors through a hands-on “Museum of Me” activity.

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National Youth Day

May 27, 2026

Who runs the world? YOUTH DO! Or at least they’re working to shape its future.

Across the country, Gen Z voices are pushing for change, building community, and looking for opportunities to be heard. As part of this year’s Civic Season, America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) is creating space for young people to explore civic engagement, patriotism, storytelling, and the future of America.

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Writing Together: Lift Every Voice

May 27, 2026

Join America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) and the Wisconsin Black Historical Society/Museum for an exploration of civic voice and community action through the work of Dr. James Cameron. Discover Dr. Cameron’s writings to Congress, his pamphlets, and other examples of print used as a form of protest, advocacy, and change.

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Civics In Action: Building Power for the Common Good

October 3, 2025

We are proud to partner with Marquette University’s Center for Urban Research, Teaching, and Outreach (CURTO) on a series focused on democracy, active participation, civic responsibility, and civic engagement. Join us at Marquette University for a presentation by Kevin Solomon of Common Ground on the concept of civic responsibility as active participation in public life. 

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Civics in Action Series with CURTO: Democracy as a Sate of Being

August 29, 2025

We are proud to partner with Marquette University’s Center for Urban Research, Teaching, and Outreach (CURTO) on a series focused on democracy, active participation, civic responsibility, and civic engagement. 

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Juneteenth At ABHM: Slice of History

May 12, 2025

This year’s ABHM Juneteenth programming is part of Slice of History, a national event series organized by Made By Us and Pizza to the Polls during Civic Season. Designed to engage Gen Z in meaningful civic participation, the series offers a winning combination: learning something valuable, connecting with peers, visiting local museums—and enjoying free pizza. Slice of History celebrations will take place from Juneteenth (June 19) through July 4, marking the official kickoff of Civic Season.

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On the Issues: Museums and Civic Education

December 26, 2024

Please join us on Thursday, January 23, for On the Issues: Museums and Civic Education, as we kick off Museum Week with an engaging discussion on how museums can play a role in improving civic education test scores in Wisconsin.

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ABHM Hours of Operation

Tuesday - Thursday
10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday - Saturday
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Sunday - Monday
Closed

* For the safety of our guests and staff members, please reschedule your visit if you are not feeling well. Mask-wearing is not required but is welcomed.

ABHM builds public awareness of the harmful legacies of slavery and Jim Crow in America and promotes racial repair, reconciliation, and healing. 

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