Everything You Need to Know
Admission
FREE
Exhibition Dates
June 13 – November 1
2026
Open: 10 AM – 5 PM
Tues - Sat
Closed: Sun & Mon
Location
African American Museum Dallas
Fair Park
Dallas TX
Tour Duration
60–90 Minutes
Key Information
Admission & Hours
| Information | Details |
| Admission | FREE — No tickets required |
| Exhibition Dates | June 13 – November 1, 2026 |
| Museum Hours | Open: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Tuesday through Saturday Closed: Sunday and Monday |
| Location | African American Museum Dallas, Fair Park |
| Recommended Age | 11 and older (families welcome) |
| Tour Duration | Approximately 60–90 minutes |
| Accessibility | Fully wheelchair accessible; subtitled film content |
FREE
Admission
This world-class exhibition is open to all Dallas residents and visitors.
African American Museum of Dallas
3536 Grand Avenue, Dallas, TX 75210
Location & Directions
Getting There
Address
African American Museum Dallas
3536 Grand Avenue, Fair Park
Dallas, TX 75210
Free Parking
Free parking is available in the Fair Park lots. Enter through Gate 5. Special Event staff may direct you to other Fair Park gates. The museum is centrally located within the park.
Public Transit (DART)
The DART Blue Line stops at the Fair Park Station, a short walk from the museum entrance. Plan your route at dart.org.
Before You Arrive
Visitor Tips
- ✦ Allow 60–90 minutes for a full visit to all four galleries
- ✦ The exhibition is emotionally powerful — some content may be intense for younger visitors
- ✦ Photography is permitted in most areas of the exhibition
- ✦ Arrive at museum opening for the quietest experience
- ✦ Check aamdallas.org for special programming, curator talks, and community events
- ✦ The exhibition is fully wheelchair accessible with subtitled multimedia content
Ready to Visit?
Mandela: The Official Exhibition
June 13 – November 1, 2026
African American Museum Dallas