Events

Experience a compelling book talk hosted by Orlando P. Bailey and Donna Givens Davidson, featuring two exceptional Detroit authors: Aaron Robertson, author of The Black Utopians, and Michelle Adams, author of The Containment. Together, they will explore the enduring relevance of Black Utopia, freedom, and justice in a timely conversation about history, place, and the

Detroit's most talented young poets will compete in a two-round Poetry Slam as part of InsideOut's exclusive Detroit Youth Performance Troupe program auditions. Each year, the top-scoring poets from this competition are invited to interview for a slot on the Performance Troupe — a rigorous, teen-centered creative mentorship program. Win, lose, or draw, the teen

Join the Haitian Network Group of Detroit (HNGD) and the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History for Drapo Nou se Fyète Nou / Our Flag Is Our Pride — a joyful and meaningful commemoration of Haitian Flag Day. Through drum performance, folkloric dance, spoken word, documentary screening, and a celebration of Haiti's legendary sheroes, this program invites

No Rest for the Joyful is an evening that leans fully into laughter and sound as acts of survival, community, and celebration. Curated as a night of jazz and stand-up comedy, the program brings together three dynamic comedians, one musical guest, and one poet for a multidisciplinary experience that honors joy as both inheritance and

But Is You Woke Doe? is an experimental audience engagement program designed to invite reflection, dialogue, and critical conversation around bias, stereotypes, and the ways they shape how we see ourselves and others. Presented in support of The Bias Inside Us, this program creates space for participants to confront assumptions, explore lived experiences, and engage with

This program explores the powerful role media plays in shaping perception, reinforcing bias, and influencing how stories are told and understood. Media and Messaging: Who Controls the Narrative? invites participants to examine how images, language, and storytelling across news, entertainment, and digital platforms contribute to the formation of stereotypes and public opinion. Through guided discussion

Free Second Sundays The Wright Museum Celebrates Graduates  Every Second Sunday at The Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History is free for our community and visitors.  Come experience our permanent exhibit "And Still I Rise' and our collection of galleries featuring art, history, and immersive experiences. This month, in honor of all the

Celebrate Juneteenth 2026 at the Wright Join us for a powerful and reflective Juneteenth celebration honoring freedom, resilience, and the enduring legacy of Black history and culture. Commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans, this dynamic day of programming invites the community to gather in remembrance, reflection, and celebration. Through a rich blend of live

This program examines how bias shapes health outcomes, access to care, and the overall experiences of individuals within the healthcare system. Bias in Health: Race, Access & Care invites participants to explore the historical and present-day realities that have contributed to disparities in treatment, trust, and health equity. Through guided discussion and reflective engagement, audiences

Camp Africa aims to provide a fun, educational, and enriching experience that fosters understanding, identity, creativity, and critical thinking. Utilizing the theme of We Who Believe in Freedom through the lens of STEAM, the curriculum should ignite curiosity, courage, and community while encouraging campers to explore the meaning of freedom across historical and contemporary contexts. Through thoughtful