Admissions

Visit Us

124 N 1st St
Louisville, KY 40202

Hours
Tuesday-Saturday
10 am–5 pm

Phone
(502) 384-1940

We're closed on the following and all major holidays:

Saturday, July 4, 2026

Thursday, November 26, 2026
Friday, November 27, 2026

Thursday, December 24, 2026

Friday, December 25, 2026

 

SELF-GUIDED (INDIVIDUAL) Tour

Fully immerse yourself in the narrative of the African-American people from African roots to modern-day on this educational self-guided tour.

4 and under……….…FREE
5-12…………………..….$10.00
13+………………....……$15.00
Military………………..$9.00
65+……………………….$9.00

 

GUIDED (INDIVIDUAL) Tour

Learn the extensive and rich history of the African-American experience through a tour led by one of our experienced and knowledgeable tour guides.

4 and under……….…FREE
5-12…………………..….$13.00
13+………………....……$15.00
Military………………..$11.00
65+……………………….$11.00

After Hours Tours

Guided…………………………$25

GUIDED (20+ PEOPLE) Tour

A great experience for groups, fully
engaging each person in the beautiful and cultural pieces throughout the museum either guided or self-guided. 

Self-Guided……………..$12.00 per person

Guided……………………..$14.00 per person

 

The SANKOFA EXPERIENCE

Hosted by Roots 101 as a musical/theatrical showcase that highlights important events in African American history. These events span from struggles during slavery to the civil rights movement.

$30.00 per person

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We strive to make our museum accessible to everyone. Our facility is wheelchair accessible. There is an elevator located next to the entrance that will allow guests to visit the second floor. Please let us know if you have any other special needs and we'll do our best to accommodate you.

  • Yes. There is paid parking along the street and an additional parking lot located next to the Museum.

  • Yes. Individual self-guided tours are $9.00 for military and guests 65+ while guided tours are $11.

  • If you're looking for a bite to eat before or after your visit, there are several great options located near the museum on Whiskey Row:

    • Zombie Taco

    • Bearno’s Pizza

    • Doc Crow's Southern Smokehouse and Raw Bar

    • Troll Pub Under the Bridge

    • Merle's Whiskey Kitchen

    • Feast BBQ

    • Against the Grain Brewery and Smokehouse

    • Mussel & Burger Bar

    • Repeal Restaurant