So you are heading to Detroit for vacation or a weekend getaway. You are probably wondering how you are going to spend your time while you are in Detroit. You have countless choices when searching for attractions. One of the better choices is the Charles H Wright Museum of African American History. Read on and learn why you should add this museum to your vacation schedule.

The Charles H. Museum of African American History is the largest facility in the world dedicated to African American history. You can find over 30,000 artifacts and materials including collections on the underground railroad, Harriet Tubman and Coleman A Young. The museum is constantly bringing in new exhibits to keep itself fresh. Some of the past exhibits include the: "AT&T Gallery" featuring pictures and artifacts highlighting architecture from different parts of Africa, "Unmasked! Stereotypes in American Material Culture" featuring stereotypical material about African Americans and "Peace Stools" featuring works of art made by 5th, 7th and 8th grade students. Because of all of the new exhibits the museum has something to offer anyone. Even if you have been to the museum a thousand times you will find something new when you visit.

If you would like to visit the museum you should call the information line to get current hours and pricing. The number is 313-494-5800. It really is a must see attraction that you will be sure to enjoy and can talk about for months. So add some culture to your life and visit the Charles H Wright Museum of African American History.