Black Panther Party Museum — Attraction in Oakland

I visited the Black Panther Museum in Oakland today and left with a much deeper understanding of this pivotal movement in American history. Located in the heart of the city where the Black Panthers were founded, the museum does an excellent job of presenting the Party’s full story, not just the imagery most people know, but their community programs, like a complimentary breakfast for children, health clinics, and education initiatives. The exhibits are thoughtfully curated, featuring original photographs, newspaper clippings, and personal artifacts that bring the 1960s and 70s to life. What struck me most was how the museum humanizes the Panthers’ members, showing them as organizers and activists working to address real problems in their communities: poverty, police brutality, and lack of access to basic services. The staff are knowledgeable and passionate, happy to answer questions and provide context. Whether you’re familiar with this history or just learning about it, the museum offers a valuable perspective on a movement that shaped Oakland and influenced social justice efforts nationwide. It’s a small space but packed with powerful stories that deserve to be told. Highly recommend for anyone interested in civil rights history or in better understanding Oakland’s legacy of...

Driving from Los Angeles to Oakland was worth every minute to attend the opening of the Black Panther Museum. The convenience of its location in downtown Oakland and the love from the community and beyond was captivating. Perusing the museum's exhibits provided a vivid exploration of the Black Panther Party's Oakland Community School and their genuine care for children and families. I was so overwhelmed by the great historical truths of the Panthers that I think I purchased all of their merchandise...t-shirts, posters, a bandana, and more. My next visit will include a stay at one of the nearby hotels and have dinner at one of the many nearby restaurants. What an...

If you are near Oakland downtown, go to Black Panther Party Museum! The "Survivor Programs" exhibit I went to surprised me a great deal. You may know about their famous breakfast program that put US Department of Education to shame - from all kinds of documentaries. But Black Panthers operated public school and pioneered experiential learning? Look at all the panel of assistance they provided to the community!

As museums go, Black Panther Party Museum is small. (Admission is free.) Every time they stage a new exhibit, they have to close door. When they are...