Woodson African American Museum of Florida
Preserve | Present | Interpret
The museum presents the historic voice of this St. Petersburg, Florida community from the perspective of local, regional, and national history, culture, and community. It is another demonstration of the commitment to revitalize the Midtown St. Petersburg area.
The museum joins Mercy Hospital at the Johnnie Ruth Clarke Health Center, the Royal Theater Boys and Girls Club, and the renovated Manhattan Casino as evidence of the renaissance of this area.
News
The Woodson African American Museum’s First Ladies Society Hosts DNC Nomination Watch Party.
August 22, 2024
Members of The Woodson African American Museum’s First Ladies Society hosted a Watch Party to witness a historic moment: Vice President Kamala Harris becoming the first Black woman to accept the Democratic nomination for the 2024 Presidential Election. The event celebrated a significant milestone, while local First Ladies shared in the excitement of “history in the making.”
Current Exhibit
Give Us the Sun: A Solo Exhibition of Artwork by Traci Mims
When
On view through September 11, 2024
Where
The Woodson African American Museum of Florida
Admission
Free
What
Give Us the Sun, is a solo exhibition of artwork by artist Traci Mims. On view starting June 8, the exhibition features drawings, prints, paintings, and quilt work by the Atlanta-based artist.
A native of St. Petersburg, Mims returns to the city with Give Us the Sun having earned her BA from Florida A&M University, her MFA from Tyler School of Art, Temple University, and numerous awards, fellowships, and exhibitions.
Mims is a multidisciplinary artist whose work often spotlights the narratives, lives, faces, and figures of the individuals in her community as well as epic individuals and stories. “I consider myself a social realist,” she says, “because I focus on the lives of everyday Black people, the things they experience, and how they react to it emotionally.”
Her meticulous print work and monumental drawings center social justice and illuminate histories that are increasingly under threat of erasure. Mims combines the everyday and monumental, both in subject matter and style, making each piece its own poignant expression.
Black History Matter Mural
When
Currently on Display
Where
Woodson African American Museum of Florida
Admission
Open to the Public
What
Previously a BLACK LIVES MATTER mural, this updated mural expresses the importance of protecting Black History in the United States.
The Artists that contributed to the creation of this mural include Daniel “R5” Barojas, Miss Crit (Laura Spencer), Esh (Eric Hornsby), Cyrus Fire, Raheem Fitzgerald, John Gascot,
James E Hartzell, Vera Herrera, Plum Howlet, Jade Jackson, Reid Jenkins, Jujmo (Cheryl Weber), James Kitchens, Cam Parker, Reda3sb, Vitale Bros, Javon Walters, David Watson
T-shirts & Mural Prints
PURCHASE A T-SHIRT OR MURAL PRINT HERE
T-shirts and Black Lives Matter Mural prints are available for purchase.
Items are available for pick-up Tuesday – Friday, 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Upcoming Events
Saturday Morning Yoga at The Woodson
When
Every Saturday Morning at 9 AM
Where
Woodson African American Museum of Florida
Admission
Free
What
Enjoy a calming yoga session led by Mindful Movement in The Woodson’s Legacy Garden every Saturday morning.
Registration is not required for these free yoga classes.
Free Museum Day 2024
When
Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 9am to 1pm
Where
The Woodson African American Museum of Florida
Admission
FREE
What
Join us for Free Museum Day on Saturday, September 21, 2024 from 9am to 1pm.
We’ll be sharing an exciting new exhibition and fun programs for all ages throughout the day. Bring the family and enjoy a great day at your Museum.