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Location
Visitor tip
Book a guided tour with the knowledgeable staff—reviewers specifically praised Queen Esther and Jim for creating an immersive experience that felt like 'a journey to the motherland' with interactive activities like African drum music-making and continent-building crafts.
Visitor tip
Plan extra time to explore the Sankofa Bazaar gift shop, which visitors describe as 'a whole experience' in itself, featuring authentic African art, carvings, masks, and contemporary apparel curated by knowledgeable staff.
Visitor tip
This is a hands-on, interactive museum ideal for children—expect to participate in activities like creating art and music rather than just viewing exhibits, so bring kids ready to engage actively.
Quick Facts
- Type
- Children's Museum
- Location
- Baltimore
- Focus
- African History and Cultures
- Experience
- Interactive, hands-on engagement with art and culture
What visitors say
We had an absolutely amazing day! We learned so much from Queen Esther and her husband Jim. They were the perfect tour guide and museum host EVER!!! OUR visit was like a journey to the motherland. Jim and Mother Ester then took us to…
If you are looking for unique and exotic African art Sankofa Bazaar is for you. The curator and owner are very knowledgeable about all the carvings, artwork, and masks. They are very friendly and have a wide variety of authentic African…
This community space provides such rich history and meaningful content to connect communities and children today with our past. It give adults and children a sense of legacy and hope. The gift shop is a whole experience!!
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Did You Know?
- Sankofa Children's Museum features a 3D virtual tour option, allowing remote access to exhibits focused on African history, art, cultures, and geography
- The museum offers interactive hands-on activities including African drum music-making and continent-building with oversized plastic pieces as part of the educational experience
- Sankofa Bazaar, the museum's gift shop, functions as a curated gallery featuring authentic African art, carvings, masks, and contemporary African apparel with knowledgeable staff expertise
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