Richard Allen Cultural Center And Museum
The Richard Allen Cultural Center (Museum) opened its doors in 1992 - across the street from the historic Bethel A.M.E. Church which was part of the Underground Railroad. The center offers a glimpse into the history of African-Americans locally and nationwide. It was created to ensure that the rich heritage of African-Americans and their profound effect on American society would not be lost. The center is dedicated to researching, collecting, preserving, and disseminating the history of African-Americans.
Hours: Mon. -Thur. 11 am - 4 pm, Fri. 11 am - 3 pm, Sat. by appointment
Summer Hours: Mon. - Fri. 10 am - 3 pm, Sat. by appointment (June - Aug)
Cost: $5 for Adults, $3 for Children
Allow 1-2 hours
Address: 412 Kiowa Street, Leavenworth KS 66048
Phone: (913) 682-8772
Web: www.richardallenculturalcenter.org
WHO WE ARE
The Richard Allen Cultural Center was established on July 19, 1992, at 412 Kiowa St., Leavenworth as a 501 c (3) organization. In addition to the museum, the RACC offers tutoring weekday afternoons for children and adult students.
OUR HISTORY
The original Bly home was deeded to the Bethel African Methodist Episcopal Church in 1991. In 1992, the museum opened in the former home of U.S. Army Capt. William Bly, a Buffalo Soldier during WWI. In 2002, an addition was added to the front of the home to display more artifacts about African-American history in Kansas. The center was named for Richard Allen, who founded the first African Methodist Episcopal Church in the United States.
