Museum
August Wilson African American Cultural Center
Some booking links are affiliate links. If you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. We never let this influence which places we recommend.
The August Wilson African American Cultural Center, named for the Pulitzer-winning playwright, is a dynamic hub for African American arts in downtown Pittsburgh. Its contemporary glass-and-steel architecture houses a 500-seat theater, gallery spaces, and a café. Visitors can catch performances ranging from jazz concerts to dance troupes, or explore rotating visual art exhibitions that highlight Black artists. The center's distinctive focus on both local and national African American culture, combined with its role in the city's Cultural District, makes it a vital destination for art lovers.
Don't miss
- Attend a performance in the intimate 500-seat theater, known for excellent acoustics.
- View the current visual art exhibition in the main gallery, featuring works by African American artists.
- Explore the August Wilson Archive, which includes personal artifacts and manuscripts.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit August Wilson African American Cultural Center
You can visit August Wilson African American Cultural Center on your own. A guide mainly adds context, what you are looking at and why it matters, and a tour can add transport or combine nearby sights into one day.
Cheapest way inBest of the Burgh Walking Tour of Pittsburgh4.9★ · 423 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$33 per personSee dates →
Most bookedEssential Pittsburgh Experience - The One Tour to Take4.8★ · 582 travelers~2 hoursFree cancellationFrom$75 per personSee dates →
Private & flexibleFALLINGWATER - America's UNESCO World Heritage Masterpiece!4.9★ · 33 travelers~6 hoursFree cancellationFrom$387 per personSee dates →Getting there
More attractions in Pittsburgh
