TKAAM - The Kansas African American Museum

TKAAM - The Kansas African American Museum

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The Kansas African American Museum endeavors to make the African American experience relevant and resonant to every Kansan. We welcome your enthusiasm.

From an annual MLK Celebration to A Tribute to Trailblazers, we offer something for everyone. Once a month we host a program for seniors called “Senior Wednesday.” The program is typically tied to current exhibits. These days, designed for active seniors in our community, and are a great way to involve them in our history programming. There are great opportunities to volunteer at TKAAM, from a few

06/08/2026

Join author Mark E. McCormick for a discussion on his new book, Kansas Matters: America's Social Faultline, on Saturday, June 27 at TKAAM. Mark will share stories on Kansas history, justice, and social change.

We hope to see you there!

06/05/2026

We are creating something meaningful together this year. 🎨

On Juneteenth, guests will have the chance to help paint a community mural designed by Wichita artist Lindsey Kernodle in partnership with Harvester Arts.

Stop by and add your touch on June 19! 🖌

06/02/2026

Community always matters at TKAAM.

The stories, art, history, and shared experiences.

We are looking forward to coming together again for Juneteenth, for TKAAM, and each other.

06/01/2026

Good morning from TKAAM! ☀

05/28/2026

Spend Juneteenth at TKAAM for a day of reflection, creativity, and community.

Enjoy free museum admission. We will also have hands-on activities for all ages, including Juneteenth bracelet making and coloring. Plus, help bring our community mural to life with a special paint-by-numbers process facilitated by Harvester Arts. 🎨

05/18/2026

Board members become part of an organization's story through the leadership, service, and impact they leave behind.

Today, we thank our outgoing board members for their time, leadership, and commitment they have given over the years to help strengthen our organization.

Thank you, Kara, John, Andy, Ed, Carmen, and Marlon, for being part of this story.

05/03/2026

TKAAM thanks all the moms who inspire us every day! 💛

In honor of you, we are offering free admission for mothers and caregivers with the purchase of one regular price admission, happening next Saturday, May 9 from noon to 4PM.

Spend the day together exploring rich history and culture while honoring the stories that connect us.

04/29/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Donna Rae Pearson for her thoughtful presentation on The Women of Brown. These are the untold stories that deserve to be shared and honored, and we are grateful that she continues to bring them to light.

04/28/2026

Twelve names.

Twelve women whose contributions deserve to be remembered.

Tomorrow at TKAAM, Donna Rae Pearson shares their stories.

Be there.

04/24/2026

Volunteer month is every month at TKAAM.

Not a day goes by that we don't deeply appreciate the work, care, and the most valuable thing our volunteers give, their time.

We appreciate you. We are grateful for you. We thank you.

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601 N Water Street
Wichita, KS
67203

Opening Hours

Tuesday 10am - 5pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 5pm
Friday 10am - 5pm
Saturday 12pm - 4pm