Jazz events sponsored by the Museum's Baltimore-Washington Jazzfest Committee are educational and celebratory experiences which highlight this historical connection. The Baltimore- Washington Jazzfest membership benefits include individual membership in the Museum, Quarterly jazz events and discounted tickets for select jazz events. A traditional African attire or black tie evening of splendor celebrates the anniversary of the founding of the Museum. Encourages the appreciation, enjoyment and subsequent promotion of literature, film, lectures and select other artistic expression reflecting Africa. The Museum's Gift Shop carries a distinctive line of African and African-inspired items to include jewelry, textiles, artworks and books.
Volunteers serve in weekday, weekend or evening capacity.
Exists to support and benefit exclusively the Museum by undertaking and engaging in activities on behalf of the Museum, to include major fundraisers, research and public programs.