# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Black History 101 Museum
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm – Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Black History 101 Museum
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 12:00 – 5:00 pm
Main Library – 111 Library St NE
Experience the nation’s premiere Black History traveling exhibit, the Black History 101 Mobile Museum, at the Grand Rapids Public Library.

During this drop-in event, explore Dr. el-Hakim’s collection of over 7,000 original artifacts of Black memorabilia dating from the trans-Atlantic slave trade era to hip-hop culture. Among this unique collection are rare artifacts representing categories including (but not limited to) slavery, politics, Jim Crow, science, religion, education, music, sports, and civil rights. For all ages.

Special thanks to the Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation and the Vander Veen Center for the Book Fund. 

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Museo Black History 101
El miércoles, 17 de junio de 2026, 12:00 – 5:00 pm
Biblioteca Principal – 111 Library St NE


Viva la principal exhibición itinerante de historia negra del país, el Black History 101 Mobile Museum, en la Biblioteca Pública de Grand Rapids.


Durante este evento sin cita, explore la colección del Dr. el-Hakim de más de 7,000 artefactos originales de memorabilia negra que abarcan desde la era del comercio transatlántico de esclavos hasta la cultura hip-hop. Entre esta colección única se encuentran artefactos raros que representan categorías como (pero no limitadas a) esclavitud, política, Jim Crow, ciencia, religión, educación, música, deportes y derechos civiles. Para todas las edades.


Agradecimiento especial a la Grand Rapids Public Library Foundation y al Vander Veen Center for the Book Fund.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grand-rapids/black-history-101-museum/200029976485635
- **Event Categories**: sports, dance, entertainment, science-fair
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 693

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Grand Rapids
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Main Library - 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49503
- **lat**: 42.96486
- **long**: -85.66593
- **full address**: Main Library - 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49503

## Event gallery

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Black History 101 Museum being held?
  - **A:** Black History 101 Museum takes place on Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 12:00 pm to Wed, 17 Jun, 2026 at 05:00 pm at Main Library - 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States, Michigan 49503.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Black History 101 Museum?
  - **A:** Black History 101 Museum is organized by Grand Rapids Public Library.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Black History 101 Museum is ideal for art lovers, trade professionals, collectors, and exhibition enthusiasts exploring the latest in their field. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Grand Rapids, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 690+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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