A history-making film, a legendary designer, and one powerful exhibition right here in Philadelphia. 🎬 🪡
Sinners has officially made history with 16 Oscar nominations, and costumes by the legendary Ruth E. Carter are now on display at the African American Museum in Philadelphia.
"Afrofuturism in Costume Design" spans Carter’s decades-long career, highlighting how her designs draw from different eras of American history while shaping bold, future-focused narratives. Imaginative yet grounded, the work is deeply rooted in African culture, craftsmanship, and storytelling.
🔗 Click the link in bio for more on Afrofuturism in Costume Design at the @aampmuseum .
#discoverPHL #Sinners
Who knew the @philliephanatic was such a pro at charades? 🎭
Our host Morgan led a high-speed round of 60-Second Charades today at AAMP! From sports moves to movies, the competition was fierce and the laughs were non-stop. 💨⚾️
Thanks to everyone who played along! @phillies #AAMP #Phanatic #PhillyEvents #MLKDay
Thank you to everyone who attended the “Fabrics of Our Legacy” opening reception to help us welcome our new exhibition, "Ruth E. Carter: Afrofuturism in Costume Design." From viewing the costumes and hearing from Ruth Carter, to dancing the night away to KeKe Wyatt, it was an evening we’ll never forget. Get your tickets to experience the new exhibition at the link in our bio.
Pearl Bailey utilized scrapbooks as a personal archive. Sources like these, help inform our family histories. Join us for our next Genealogy Workshop to learn how everyday materials—such as church programs, school records, personal photographs, scrapbooks, letters, and family heirlooms—can serve as powerful historical documents. Click the link in our bio to register.
In its 25th year, The East Coast Black Age of Comics Convention (ECBACC) will return to The Temple University Student Faculty Center tomorrow, May 16, from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. with a spectacular day of networking, a panel discussion featuring AAMP's programming coordinator Morgan Lloyd, a comic book marketplace, and youth and adult workshops. Admission is FREE. Find out more at @ecbacc .
The American Alliance of Museums recognized AAMP’s curator Dr. Michael Wilson for his exemplary work in the museum field, including collaborations with PAFA, his work on "The Pearl Bailey Showcase," and the now traveling exhibition "Shaheed Rucker: (re)Covering the Iconic." Congratulations, Dr. Wilson! Read more about the accomplishments of Dr. Wilson and the other honorees at the link in our bio.
Hitting shelves on May 19, is the new book "Malcom in the Desert" by NAACP Image Award winning author Ilyasah Shabazz, the daughter of Malcolm X. Hear from Shabazz herself right here at the Museum in conversation with Marc Lamont Hill on May 23. Get your tickets now at the link in our bio.
It's been 41 years since the tragic MOVE Bombing on May 13, 1985. Today, we honor and remember the 11 lives lost in the West Philadelphia bombing. To further education on this event, watch AAMP's Black August Weekly lesson from Harry Amana, a retired professor and former docent on our YouTube Channel at the link in our bio.
In 1976, at the intersection of 7th and Arch Streets in downtown Philadelphia, an institution was born. In the coming months, we’re sharing milestones in the life of the African American Museum in Philadelphia as we celebrate #AAMPat50
Shop last-minute gifts for Mother's Day in AAMP's gift shop. Don't have time to stop by the Museum? No problem. Give the gift of AAMP membership and have it delivered straight to her inbox. Explore membership benefits at the link in our bio.
