August Wilson: The Writer’s Landscape: The first-ever exhibition dedicated to the life and works of August Wilson is now open! Learn More

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The Claude Worthington Benedum Gallery at The August Wilson African American Cultural Center boasts a wide range of dynamic exhibition and educational spaces that have hosted thousands of talents artists and creative students of all ages and backgrounds. Within recent past, acclaimed visual artists who have showcased their works include Hebru Brantley, Romare Bearden, Latoya Ruby Frazier, Vanessa German, Tarish Pipkins, Peju Alatise, and many more.

Exhibit Information

August Wilson African American Cultural Center’s exhibits are free and open to the public during our gallery hours, but ticketing is required.

You can reserve in advance or have the box office register you upon arrival.

Separate registration is required for August Wilson: The Writer’s Landscape, the first-ever permanent exhibition dedicated to the life and works of Pulitzer Prize-winning playwright August Wilson, due to the exhibit’s capacity limitations.

You can register for the galleries through the web pages below.

During the holiday season, the galleries will be closed on the following days:

  • Thanksgiving | Thursday (11/28) through Sunday (12/1)
  • Christmas | Thursday (12/19) through Sunday (12/22)
  • New Years | Thursday (12/26) through Sunday (12/29)

If you are interested in bringing a group or want a private tour, submit an inquiry to our Director of Education & Community Engagement!

The Writer’s Landscape: Timed Ticketing

Changing Exhibitions: Timed Ticketing

Gallery
Hours

  • Thursday: 3pm-6pm
  • Friday: 3pm-6pm
  • Saturday: 1pm-5pm
  • Sunday: 1pm-5pm