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The King Arts Complex

The King Arts Complex is a cultural center devoted to promoting African-American heritage. Through a multifaceted approach, The King Arts Complex offers performing, cultural and educational programs that provide high artistic merit and offer varied and diverse experiences.

Feel what the long journey to the New World was like for slaves in the interactive permanent exhibit “Cargo: The Middle Passage,” which looks, sounds and feels like a slave ship.

Address

The King Arts Complex
867 Mt. Vernon Ave.

Columbus, Ohio 43203

Phone Number(s)

Local Number: (614) 645-5464

Hours

Sunday: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Monday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Special Hours: Times listed are for the gallery. Open other hours for special events.

Website(s)

Homepage

Admission

Price varies per event: FREE

Parking

FREE

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Ohio Black History
by Discover Ohio

During the slavery era in the United States, Ohio was a major gateway to freedom with the Ohio River serving as a final barrier to independence.
Retrace the steps of fugitive slaves, and learn about the vast contributions to society made by African-Americans of past and present.

Begin your journey on the shores of the Ohio River at the National Underground Railroad Freedom Center. During the 1800s, an estimated 100,000 slaves sought liberty through the Underground Railroad. This museum brings their stories to life.

Afterward, head to the Underground Railroad Freedom Trail and tour sites actually used by slaves. Go to visitclermontohio.com to choose which historical sites you would like to visit on this extensive tour.

Your next stop is the Afro-American Museum, which educates the public about African-American history and culture.

Continue north to the King Arts Complex. This vital cultural arts center is an oasis for cultural and educational activities. Check out the Elijah Pierce Gallery that offers a wide range of historical and contemporary exhibitions which include paintings, sculptures, graphics, photography and decorative arts.

For a truly one-of-a-kind experience, consider a week-long journey on the Heart of the Underground Railroad Bicycle Tour. The moderate daily mileages and support allow cyclists to truly absorb the significance of the route.