This beautifully renovated Exposition Park museum showcases over 5,000 objects spanning African American art, history, and culture—from 20th-century masters to contemporary works exploring the African Diaspora.
“This small museum is both a celebration of individual African Americans and a living showplace of contemporary culture.”
– Frommer's
Fodor's
"Works by 20th-century African-American artists and contemporary art of the African Diasporas are the backbone of this museum's permanent collection." Full review
Lonely Planet
"This museum does an excellent job of showcasing African American artists, such as the great John T Scott, whose woodblock prints are full of expression and shadow." Full review
Time Out
"Bigger than it looks from the outside, this handsome museum, conference center and research library focuses on the artistic and historical achievements of African Americans." Full review
Michelin Guide
1 Star
"Opened in 1981 and recently renovated and modernized, this 44,000sq ft museum is dedicated to the presentation of the art, history and culture of black people in the Americas." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler
"The California African American Museum is one of Los Angeles's most essential cultural institutions. Tucked near Exposition Park, a few steps from the Natural History Museum, CAAM packs..."
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National Geographic
"The California African American Museum is home to over 5,000 objects representing the diverse contributions of African Americans in the United States"
Experts' Choice Award 
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