Operating Hours
Tuesday - Sunday
1 PM - 5 PM
 523 Harrison Ave., N.W.
Roanoke, VA 24016
(540) 345-4818



Staff

Aletha Bolden (right)
Executive Director
Email address: asbolden@harrisonmuseum.org
(540) 345-4818

Donna Davis (left)
Executive Assistant
Email address: dwdavis@harrisonmuseum.org
(540) 345-4818



The Fastest Growing African American Youth Organization, D’Zert Club -- Teen Summit 1000, Partnered with the Harrison Museum of African American Culture has formed the FIRST Virginia Chapter In Roanoke!

Find out how youth 10-14 - and adult group leaders may earn a FREE TRIP TO EGYPT & GHANA!

Culturally enriching; Educational; Self-esteem building; Motivational opportunity!!! Teaching MIND, BODY & SPIRIT!

D’Zert Club meetings held at Harrison Museum of African American Culture

523 Harrison Ave., NW
Roanoke, VA
Call (540) 345-4818

For more info about the D’Zert Club visit their Web site: www.dzertclub.com

It's better to build a child than repair an adult

Collection:

Memorabilia, photographs, and objects relating to the African-American experience in the Roanoke Valley form an extensive portion of the Harrison Museum Permanent Collection. Oral stories and recollections as told by elders highlight the culture and significance of the valley's black communities. These oral histories enhance the materials found in the museum's archives. In addition, African and contemporary art are an integral part of the permanent collection.

Tours:
Guided tours with mini-lectures available for groups of 10 or more upon written request.

Tuesday - Sunday: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Annual Events and Special Programs:

Henry Street Heritage Festival
As an annual special event Harrison Museum presents the Henry Street Heritage Festival on the last Saturday in September. The purpose of the festival is to showcase the rich heritage and culture of African Americans through the presentation of the performing arts, visual arts and crafts, children's activities and ethnic and traditional foods. The festival includes live performances (music dance and drama) art exhibits encompassing a variety of mediums and a sampling of both African and African American cuisine.

This year's 13th Henry St. Heritage Festival will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2002. For information on sponsorship, vending, or performing, send e-mail to festival@harrisonmuseum.org.

Museum Store and Gift Shop

Features books, cards, art, games, puzzles, jewelry, accessories, gift wrap, and African carvings, statues, and gift items. We accept Visa and MasterCard.

Directions:
From 581
take exit 4W(Orange Ave. W)
take a left at first light onto Gainsboro Rd.;
go 3 blocks up;
take a right onto Harrison Ave.;
Harrison Museum is 3 blocks up at 523 Harrison Avenue.
Donations and Wish List:

Click here for a printable version of a contribution form.
Color copier
4 (new) Pentium Processor PC's
1 Lap Top
1 Full Page Scanner
2 Color Laser Printers
1 Large Work Table
4 Large Flat File Cabinets
4 Fire Proof Four Drawer File Cabinets
1 Lamination Machine
lamps
executive chairs
couch mirror
couch
round work table