Content Warning
"Hall of Shame" Exhibit
The Museum contains an exhibit called the Hall of Shame that highlights graphic imagery and language, including scenes of physical violence, lynchings, and burnings, that may be inappropriate for children or younger viewers. Viewer discretion is advised.
It is generally recommended that groups with students in K-6th grade exercise extra caution in planning for this exhibit.
Have students in K-2nd grade?
The SIMI Tour is also available! With both a virtual and in-person option available, the SIMI tour incorporates an abbreviated guided tour, along with a story read by a docent and a scavenger hunt. You can select this option in the Group Tour Request form further on this page.
The Hall of Shame exhibit is excluded by default from our SIMI Tours.
SIMI Tours: $10 per student / $15 per adult
Parking Instructions
Buses and vans may load/unload directly in the dedicated bus lane located in front of the Museum's main entrance on South Elm Street.
Individual cars may, 1) find street parking along South Elm Street, or 2) park in either parking deck within one block of the Museum - Davie Street and Greene Street.
Billing & Invoicing
DEPOSITS: Groups are required to pay a 25% deposit within two weeks of being scheduled to formally confirm and hold their visit date and time once their sales order has been received from the Tour Coordinator.
Schools and universities may submit a purchase order (P.O.) to waive their deposit requirement.
BALANCE: The remaining balance is paid upon arrival. Schools/universities may have their balance invoiced.
Museum Protocols
Photography & Videography
Photography and videography are strictly prohibited in the Museum's galleries as the Museum does not own the copyrights and redistribution rights to the material. Photography and videography are thus limited to the lobby area only.
Food, Gum, & Beverage
Food, gum, and beverage are not allowed in the galleries. Drinks sold in the giftshop may only be consumed in the lobby area.
Face Coverings
Face coverings are required for all guests while in the Museum exhibits.
Artifacts & Exhibits
Guests are not to touch or lean against the walls and artifacts within the galleries.
Cancellations & Rescheduling
Deposits are nonrefundable except on a case-by-case basis for tour cancellations.
Guests may reschedule up to the Friday before the week of their scheduled tour. Rescheduling within the same week of your scheduled tour will forfeit your deposit and require a new deposit to be made for a new date and time.
Don't forget to check out our giftshop.
The Museum gift shop has an extensive selection of books, memorabilia, collectibles, clothing, and more! You can also check out the Museum's Online Store!