The North Carolina Central University Art Museum has distinguished itself by primarily focusing on African-American art. The museum's exhibits of 19th-century works include Robert Scott Duncanson's 1866 masterpiece, Cottage
Pass Opposite Ben Lomond. Also featured are works by other masters, such as Edward Mitchell Bannister and Henry Ossawa Tanner. The 20th-century collection includes artists whose most well-known works were created during the 1920s and 1930s, a period in art history known as the Harlem Renaissance. Late-20th-century artists whose work is featured at the museum include Juan Logan, Barkley Hendricks, Minnie Evans, Sam Gilliam, and Kerry James Marshall.
Location
The museum is located on the NCCU campus at 1801 Fayetteville Street,
between the Fine Arts building and the Music building.
Hours of operation
The NCCU Art Museum is open Tuesday through Friday, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.; Sunday,
2–5 p.m. Summer hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Cost
Admission is free. If you attend a special program, however, there may be a small fee.
Contact information
Call (919) 560-6211.
Disabled access
The museum is equipped to accommodate special needs.
Please note
Cost, hours of operation, or other information about this attraction is subject to change without notice. We suggest you confirm with the attraction prior to your visit.
