Come view one of the world's only mural wall dedicated to telling the story of African American history through art. In a space of over 10,000 square feet, you'll view monumental events, general experiences, and the leaders who  have impacted  or continue to impact the Black community in mural form.

For kids who like to get active, our museum offers hands-on activities that will teach them about African American history through art.

The Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum is the only museum in California's State Capital that is dedicated to the exhibiting African American history. From statues, to plaques, to early Americana, the Sojo Arts Museum is dedicated to sharing the history of African Americans with those visiting Sacramento. 

Sojourner Truth was one of the most infamous African-American women in 19th century America. For over forty years she traveled the country as a forceful and passionate advocate for the dispossessed, using her quick wit and fearless tongue to fight for human rights.

The Middle Passage was the leg of the Atlantic slave trade that transported people from Africa to North America, South America, and the Caribbean. It was called the Middle Passage because the slave trade was a form of Triangular trade; boats left Europe, went to Africa, then to America, and then returned to Europe.