George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center exterior, Phoenix Arizona
Museum

George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center

South Phoenix · Phoenix, Arizona

The George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center stands as the primary institution in Phoenix dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history, culture, and artistic contributions of the city's African American community. Founded in 1994 in the historically Black neighborhood of South Phoenix, the museum holds archives, artifacts, and artworks documenting over a century of African American life in Arizona — from the territorial era through the present day. The gallery program presents exhibitions of visual art alongside rotating displays from the permanent historical collection, and the center hosts community events, educational programs, and annual celebrations that connect new generations to South Phoenix's rich cultural heritage.