Griot Museum of Black History — Attraction in St. Louis

Visiting the Griot Museum of Black History was an experience. I’ve lived in St. Louis for most of my life, but I had never been to this museum until now. From the moment I walked in, I was impressed by the visuals and how they were incorporated into the storytelling and exhibits.

The first exhibit was tough for me—mainly because of my emotions toward slavery. The well-preserved artifacts truly transport you back in time, making history feel immediate and real. I had no idea the slave trade was so openly conducted in St. Louis. However, this museum isn’t just about slavery—it’s about history as a whole. The second half focuses on the achievements and contributions of Black St. Louisans, many of whom I remember from my childhood.

Beyond the exhibits, the staff was very welcoming, adding to the overall positive experience. My only small critique is that the Griot doesn’t allow photos—I would have loved to document my visit.

If you enjoy St. Louis history, this is a must-visit. The admission price is reasonable, especially in a city with so many free museums. I was more than happy to pay $10 per adult and $5 for children 12 and under.

This North St. Louis gem deserves to be mentioned in the same breath as the Missouri History Museum or City Museum—it’s a hidden treasure that more people...

[Visit: April 6, 2024] First visit and experience in St. Louis!

Super cute museum. The atmosphere is very calm and peaceful. The young lady at the entrance (who also answered the phone) was extremely welcoming and pleasant. She answered all of my questions prior to arriving, gave a brief introduction to the museum, and provided a handy quiz.

The museum recommends that the entrance area be the only area where photos can be taken, along with the gift shop. Most visitors have respected those requests (please continue to honor that request). This museum is excellent for small groups (i.e., 7-10 people), however, medium to large groups should definitely schedule a visit. This will allow the group to enjoy the museum as a whole, as well as complete the quiz without interfering with other guests.

All ages, levels of school, and types of communities are sure to gain insights, as well as test their skills in museum details. There is an option to check and verify answers at the end. Free street parking is available in front and around the museum.

I do hope the museum will expand. It...

We really enjoyed this museum. We came to St. Louisl for a weekend trip to celebrate my birthday. When we're out of town, we always try and visit an attraction that is educational. We googled black museums in STL and this one came up. We visited the Griot on Saturday early afternoon there was no wait, I did not know you havw to purchase tickets on the website, they cannot be purchased at the door, but the lady at the counter was super nice, she gave a little background on the museum and the founder, Mrs. Conley was sitting behind the counter! I told her I felt like I was standing in front of greatness! She did an amazing job with the museums, the exhibits are so interesting and you can even complete a little scavenger hunt to make sure you were paying attention. Overall, it eas a great experience, I will definitely visit again once my son is a little older and he can truly comprehend our wonder and...