The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum

Category: Wax museum

Address: 1601-03 E North Ave, Baltimore, MD 21213, USA

Phone: +14105633404

Opening hours

Sunday: 12–5PM

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: Closed

Wednesday: Closed

Thursday: 10AM–5PM

Friday: 10AM–5PM

Saturday: 10AM–5PM

Reviews

Janice Edwards

Sep 20, 2022

Museum needs major upgrade with some of wax figures. Some were so distorted you had to read the sign to recognize who they were. No handicap accessibility, no parking, no proper doors, no elevators and no air conditioning. No sign outside to say it was the location. Not a good experience at all. Very disappointed.

Greg Wright

Sep 19, 2022

Take a tour through our history ... ask to see the founders of FUBU it's a must see

FAY E.

Sep 19, 2022

My first time here. For Black Americans, this is heart breaking experience as the museum also displays historical accounts, artifacts, and pictures of lynching (men, women, children) and slavery. The hateful, evil, despicable behavior of whites will forever go unmatched. Study every picture and read every line.

John Edwards

Sep 16, 2022

The National Great Blacks in Wax (NGBIW) was not only fascinating, but it was also emotionally charged. The wax figures (especially the slave ship figures) brought their agony and suffering to a whole emotional level. My only concerns about some of the displays are the some wax figures had a few issues. Mostly misfitting clothing, and broken fingers/limbs. Otherwise, NGBIW is a must visit when you're in Baltimore. Also beware that the building is in the middle of remodeling. There's scaffolding at the front of the building so it looks as if the museum is closed. It's best to call before traveling there.

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Questions & Answers

is there a hotel close by

Trina Carr | Sep 30, 2018
Jacy Calhoun | Sep 30, 2018

Yes what she said ⬆️

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How much do it cost to visit the museum

Wanda Williams | Sep 30, 2017
Ronika Bates | Sep 30, 2017

Around $16.00. If you are a student $15.00.

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Are you opened July 4th

Gary Timmons | Sep 30, 2018
Gregory Clarke Money Mindset Academy | Sep 30, 2018

Check out the website for more details

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How close to Amtrak train and downtown

Ann St Johnramsey | Sep 29, 2020
Qween.K | Sep 29, 2020

Unsure

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I Have a Sexton woodstove and a Ice Box that was my grandmother's mother's stove. Roughly around late 1800's to 1900's. I am trying to find an Antique who would be interested. If not How do I go about donating it to the museum in memory of her.

Loretta Bolling | Sep 29, 2021
Karon Hammett | Feb 1, 2022

Interesting, did you ever get a response?

Do you offer virtual field trips for students in Title I schools? If so, is there a fee?

Patricia Burrell-Smith | Sep 29, 2021
Michele McDermott | Sep 29, 2021

Yes they do offer virtual tours. I was there this past Saturday and I overheard them doing their first one. As far as the cost I would call and see what it would cost.

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Is there a Buffett spot we can eat at cause we are coming from out of town

BarKim Jacobus | Sep 29, 2020
The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum | Sep 29, 2020

Good Morning, there are seafood buffets in the harbor as well as many places to eat. However we recommend restaurants we have a relationship with and many of them are not in the harbor area.Terra Cafe 101 East 25th Street approximately 10 minutes from the museum. Breaking Bread 771 Washington Blvd five minutes from the Harbor. Teavolve 1401 Aliceanna Street located in Harbor East. Finally if you would like Vegan cuisine try Land of Kush 840 North Eutaw Street. All of these restaurants are owned by African Americans and provide great food and great service. I hope this helps and we look forward to your visit! Jon

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Is there a discount for seniors

Carolyn Smith | Sep 30, 2019
KW Jr | Sep 30, 2019

Yes!!!

Do u pay when you get there or do you have to go online

Matthew Burks | Sep 30, 2018
JT Coin Rings | Sep 30, 2018

You can pay when you get there..

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Cost of admission

Viola Jamison | Sep 30, 2018
maniah t | Sep 30, 2018

$15 Adults they honor AARP discount 15% off $12 Children

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How much do it cost

Howdydo Sr | Sep 30, 2018
Mary Jones | Sep 30, 2018

Cost $15

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How far is the DC.zoo frim the wax museum

Toni Speight | Sep 30, 2018
Samuel Chambers | Sep 30, 2018

Less than an hour in good traffic.

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CAN YOU TAKE PICTURES

claire hemmingway | Jun 1, 2022
Brian Fantana | Jun 1, 2022

Yes but they say no videos

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Is there a military discount? Also is there a government discount? If so, is this MD govt only, federal or any state/city govt including DC? What would the discount be? My friend is military and I work for DC govt.

R.L. Gould | Apr 2, 2022
Charles Williams | Apr 2, 2022

Yes, there's military & government discounts, which includes all military branches, as well as, all levels of government.

Which is the famous and bigest musium in America

Lekshmi Abhi | Feb 1, 2022
Allison Monger | Feb 1, 2022

The one in DC i believe. Its just hard to get tickets there

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Does anyone know the entry price

Marie Harmon | Sep 29, 2021
Jacelle Clary | Sep 29, 2021

$15.00 for adults and senior citizens get discounted.

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Is there a hotel near

Sharon Hussain | Sep 29, 2021
The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum | Sep 29, 2021

The Museum is 15 mintues away from the Inner Harbor where most Hotels reside. There are two hotels that are relatively close. The Sleep INN 301 N Fallsway Ave 21202 and the Holiday Inn Express Baltimore MD 21202.

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Is it wheel chair accessible

Diana Farmer | Sep 29, 2021
Waheeda Ali | Sep 29, 2021

Yes but there are different levels that a wheel chair would not have access to

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Does it show how black were slaves

Michael Cooper | Sep 29, 2020
Joanne Martin | Sep 29, 2020

The Museum covers the black experience from Ancient Africa, Middle Passage and slavery, civil rights through modern times. From Queen Anne Nzinga and a 19th century slave ship replica or Rosa Parks and a permanent exhibit on Lynching to President Barack Obama, and so much In between can be found in this Museum — the nation’s first wax museum of African American history.

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How much is it to get in

Chef Nasty | Sep 29, 2020
Lillie Jones | Sep 29, 2020

I think it was 12 or 15 dollars.

Can you bring food into the museum

Karl Sorrell | Sep 29, 2020
Yvonne Lindesay | Sep 29, 2020

No you can't bring any food or drinks

Where do you park

Russell Terry | Sep 29, 2020
Lobaby35 | Sep 29, 2020

I parked on the side of the building.

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Is the harbor walking distance from the museum?

BarKim Jacobus | Sep 29, 2020
Tahishia Clinkscale | Sep 29, 2020

No way

How much does it cost to go into the museum today please?

Helen Saunders | Sep 30, 2019
The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum | Sep 30, 2019

$15.00 for adults, Seniors (55 and up) $14.00, Students $14.00, Children $12.00, Groups rate (10 or more) $10.50 and Guided tour (10 or more) $13.50.

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Is there seating for resting throughout the museum for those who have walking challenges?

Bonnie Dickinson | Sep 30, 2019
Debra Gail Dorsey | Sep 30, 2019

Very disappointed in the cleanliness of the facilty.

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Do you need to make a reservation

Maxine Robinson | Sep 30, 2019
The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum | Sep 30, 2019

Only if you are bring a group of 10 or more.

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Can u get both military and senior discount

Martha Squire | Sep 30, 2019
The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum | Sep 30, 2019

No, just one.

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Is it wheelchairs Accessible

Saundra Simmons-Bell | Sep 30, 2019
Paul Boone | Sep 30, 2019

I dont remember an elevator. I remember walking up a flight of stairs to get other exhibits and gift shop.

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Do u press a bout or ready to learn about them?

Pilar Hannah | Sep 30, 2019
Kevin King | Sep 30, 2019

Each display has something to read about the display. Very informative.

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How much is admission?

Jennifer Casey-Mayo | Sep 30, 2019
Nikki “Nikki” R | Sep 30, 2019

It's 15...they also offer discounts for students, AAA, government employees

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Is there free parking around the museum?

Brenda James | Sep 30, 2019
Sirena Bazile | Sep 30, 2019

Yes.

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What is the price for kids?

Jaylin Q | Sep 30, 2019
Saundra Simmons-Bell | Sep 30, 2019

Is it wheelchairs Accessible

How much is the entry fee?

Lanetta Hill | Sep 30, 2018
P Sajak | Sep 30, 2018

Around $15 . Well worth it!!

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Is the museum pet friendly ?

Ronald Thomas | Sep 30, 2018
WEEEB :3 UwU | Sep 30, 2018

No pets sorry

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How much is it to get in

natosha worsley | Sep 30, 2018
S. Alston | Sep 29, 2021

How is it free? Website says different.

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Is their a fee to attend.

Mikki Hawkins | Sep 30, 2018
Kimberly Pawz | Sep 30, 2018

Yes there is

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Are they open on Sundays?

Freda Chambers | Sep 30, 2018
Kimberly Pawz | Sep 30, 2018

Yes they are open 12:00 to 5pm on Sundays

How much is the admission

Freda Chambers | Sep 30, 2018
Barbara Hornsby | Sep 30, 2018

I think 16.00 I know it was less than 20.00 Sorry I cannot remember There is probably a children's price and senior citizen.

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How many people is in the history museum

Romaine Jackson | Sep 30, 2018
Barbara Hornsby | Sep 30, 2018

You have a number of exhibits Slave ship with sound Exhibits of great figures in Political, Business, Medical, and Entertainers Exhibit of lynchings (did not go to this exhibit) Interesting in need of renovations which is in the works, however it is still a worthwhile and educational museum

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Does it have parking

george johnson | Sep 30, 2018
jimmie lloyd | Sep 30, 2018

no no but there's a vacant lot right next door where you will find parking

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How many day's are they open

Troy Batson | Sep 30, 2018
STEPHANIE Mcduffie | Sep 30, 2018

They're open everyday except Monday

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Do you have to pay to get in this museum

Matthew Burks | Sep 30, 2018
Michelle C | Sep 30, 2018

$15. Pp

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What's the cost?

Alicia Christy | Sep 30, 2018
Michelle C | Sep 30, 2018

$15 pp. It's worth more than that

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Do you guys have a wax figure of Whitney Houston

J J | Sep 30, 2018
Gregory Clarke Money Mindset Academy | Sep 30, 2018

I did not see one of her.

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how much does i cost

MARY WARDLOW | Sep 30, 2018
Corina McNeil | Sep 30, 2018

General Admission Adults$15.00 Seniors (55 & older) $14.00 College Students (withID) $14.00Mid-Level Students (ages 12-17)$14.00Children (ages 3-11)$12.00Children (ages 3 & under)FREE MembersFREE Group Discounts $10.50 per person, add an additional $3.00 for Guided Tour Guided Tours $13.50 per person Prices subject to change without notice We offer AAA, AARP, Teachers, Educators, Government Employees, and Military discounts I hope this helps

How much do it cost

Diane Carter | Sep 30, 2018
PYTHIAS BROWN | Sep 30, 2018

15 per person

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Did they finish renovations

James Hill | Sep 30, 2018
Susanna Sims | Sep 30, 2018

I visited it last week. It's okay no renovation and some of the figures need dusting

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Is there a museum similar to thus in Raleigh NC

michael king | Sep 30, 2018
jessie james | Sep 30, 2018

No

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Is there parking?

Danielle Nowell | Sep 30, 2018
Mary Jones | Sep 30, 2018

No parking

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Does it cost to get in

Paul Wilson III | Sep 30, 2018
Morgans' Musings - Ericka Morgan | Sep 30, 2018

Yes it does.

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Is this the same museum Raven Chanticleer had in Harlem?

Mimi B | Sep 30, 2018
dakota bryant | Sep 30, 2018

The best place to educate our children about the history of our ancestors. The hands on experience with the live narrators are very well versed and knowledgeable about the replicas of the black leaders who made history so profoundly and remarkably incredible will make you proud to be who you are. So yes whenever you get the chance to visit its highly recommend.

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How much does it cost to Commission a figure?

Betty Clark | Sep 30, 2018
Kevin Bailey | Sep 30, 2018

It was $16.00 for Adults

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Can I take pictures inside

catherine jacobs | Sep 30, 2018
Kevin Bailey | Sep 30, 2018

Yes

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Is there parking available at this location?

catherine jacobs | Sep 30, 2018
Samuel Chambers | Sep 30, 2018

No. Street parking only.

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Is there i expensive parking near the museum?

Furaha Henry-Jones | Sep 30, 2018
Stacey Roberts | Sep 30, 2018

Free parking, bring some tissue. It's a very moving experience!

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Is there a bus from DC that goes to the museum?

Nabeeah Kianga | Sep 30, 2018
Samuel Chambers | Sep 30, 2018

There are buses between the two cities; but, you'll have to transfer to a local Baltimore transit line once in the city.

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I am interested in having a family event there with a room that we can eat and fellowship also maybe a tour of museum do you have any type of package for such event.

Evania Chapman | Sep 30, 2018
Stacey Roberts | Sep 30, 2018

Yes call them they would love to have you.

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Are u open year AROUND

Sara Higgs | Sep 30, 2018
Raymond Ferguson | Sep 30, 2018

Yes, except christmas

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