International African American Museum

MJ Worldwide

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June 22, 2024

A stunning and inspiring brand new museum, right off of the historic wharf. There is so much to see in this bright and informative space. Everyone was super welcoming, and admission was reasonably priced. You can also sign up online ahead of time. Small gift shop for great items. You can still smell the drywall it is super new. I can’t wait to come back and visit and see all the awesome exhibits that will come in the future. I loved the video that you watched at the beginning that is centered around Gullah culture in the early people that came to this part of the country. This is African-American history, but this is American history and this museum is for everyone. Truly a must see!

Charlene Richardson

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September 05, 2024

Very small museum. There were some interesting stories watching the videos. I was somewhat disappointed that the museum didn't have much tangible artwork to view. It's not worth a long-distance travel like we did...4 hours. Be prepared to be searched upon entry, so I felt pretty safe.

Tanya Echols

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September 11, 2024

There was a lot to see and learn. You really have to take your time in every space. They did a good job sharing historical information chronologically, and I love that they include historical information specific to Charleston. You must take your time and prepare for a series of emotions.

Duane Burton

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July 08, 2024

This is a must-see attraction! Get tickets in advance because they were sold out when we got there. We were fortunate because a party of four didn't show up. There were hundreds of people there to see the exhibits. To see so much history at such a location where a lot of the slave trade took place left me speechless... I don't see how some continue to deny the truth of our contributions and suffering in building this great Nation. "Billions" of dollars were made in free labor from the slave trade. So many lost their lives as chattel property of slave owners. I must admit it was heart-wrenching to revisit man's inhumane treatment of a people who had no choice in the matter. Kudos to the city of Charleston for not burying this painful truth. It is truly "a must see". What's so amazing is there were people of many cultures who visited that day. It was a testament to those "who wanted to learn more of what slavery was really about".

Charles L. Johnson

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July 26, 2024

My wife and I enjoyed our visit. The displays included the history of Slave Trade through Charleston and how Slave Trading made it the wealthiest cities in America, during that time. There were also articles in detail explaining how the enslaved Africans brought with them from their homes the technology to grow rice, which became a major source of wealth for that region. Overall the museum should be a must visit on a trip to Charleston.