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New Exhibition! Sacred Spaces

The Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum is pleased to present Sacred Spaces, a solo exhibition showcasing the work of Jabari Jefferson, curated by Martina Dodd, Curator of Collections & Exhibitions.

Debuting never-before-seen works on canvas, striking sculptures, and a large-scale community installation created in collaboration with local Annapolis students and residents, Sacred Spaces offers a profound exploration of history, memory, and the enduring power of Black cultural spaces.

Join us in exploring Sacred Spaces, where art becomes a vessel for reflection, empowerment, and community.

Knights Templar (detail) by Jabari Jefferson | Credit: Micah E. Wood >>>


The Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum. A New Chapter Livestream

On April 9, 2024, Governor Wes Moore signed bills HB390/ SB341 into law, actualizing our historic name change to the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum. We are profoundly honored to embrace the legacy of Harriet Tubman– the iconic Maryland abolitionist, suffragist, and humanitarian– alongside Benjamin Banneker and Frederick Douglass, as our namesake.

Join us via livestream for the celebration on Friday, November 1st at Noon on our Facebook or YouTube channel.

We look forward to having you join us on this journey!


Black History 365 Continues

Black History 365 is a collection of stories, art and events that highlight the history, heritage and contributions of Black Marylanders as well as the history of the people of the African Diaspora in Annapolis & Anne Arundel County. Here, their culture and excellence are celebrated year round through a collaborative initiative across county and state wide organizations, spearheaded by the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum, in partnership with Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County.

To submit your Black History event, exhibition, program or virtual event, click here.


Our Mission

Documenting, Interpreting, and Promoting African American History and Culture

As the State of Maryland’s official museum of African American heritage, the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum serves to document, interpret, and promote African American history and culture (particularly in Maryland) through exhibitions, programs, and projects in order to improve the understanding and appreciation of America’s rich cultural diversity for all.

The Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum is operated by the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture.


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Have you ever wanted to know what goes on behind-the-scenes at a museum? Well now’s your chance to find out!

Whether you want to be a tour guide, a program helper, a cataloger, a general museum assistant, or something in between, we want YOU! Head on over to our Volunteer page to find out how you can get involved.

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In following the CDC guidelines and the State of Maryland regulations, guests are encouraged to wear a mask when entering the museum. A maximum of 100 guests will be allowed into the museum at one time. Sanitation stations are available throughout the museum. 

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