Upcoming Events
May 15: Golf Tournament Reception and Induction Ceremony with National Caddie Hall of Fame President Jeff Harrison Inducting Nathaniel “Ironman” Avery, Arnold Palmer
May 15: Golf Tournament Reception and Induction Ceremony with National Caddie Hall of Fame President Jeff Harrison Inducting Nathaniel “Ironman” Avery, Arnold Palmer
March -May 9: African American Cotillions May-July: Arc of the Caddie July -August: Solo Exhibition Theron Cartwright September – October: “The Scoop and The Tea:
The Museum’s April performance of Augusta’s Black Caddies: Men on the Bag was packed with golf enthusiasts from around the world who were in town for the 2026 Masters G
Congratulations to Leon Maben, former Laney Museum Board President on being recognized in February as a Living Legend at the 2026 Crown Kingdom Cultural Center Living Legends Award
The museum celebrates 35 years on June 8, 2026. Multiple celebrations are planned throughout the year. The first weekend in June, the museum will host an anniversary celebration we
The Arc of The Caddie merges a traditional interpretive exhibition with the power of live museum theater. The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History gallery floor will transform
In partnership with the Rosa T. Beard Debutante Club and in celebration of its 61 st Cotillion this past March, the Laney Museum opened up its newest exhibition, “African Ame
The Laney Museum highlighted the 50-year anniversary of the Augusta Mini Theatre with an exhibit this past February and March that included rarely seen photos of students from the
The Laney Museum held its annual Quiz Bowl this past March with two returning teams, Old Storm Branch Baptist Church and Judah United. The students enjoyed vigorous and competitive
Augusta University’s Latria Graham was interviewed at the Laney Museum this spring for an Augusta-focused episode of a new golf-related ESPN series, Where it Lies. Producer A
In March, the Laney Museum hosted over 100 students taking Advanced Placement African American History courses throughout the Richmond County High Schools. The theme of the tour wa
For the March Community Luncheon, The Laney Museum and the Augusta University IRB teamed up for a presentation on food deserts and food swamps that explored related health and canc
As always, February was a steadily busy month for the museum as visitors and groups from all over visited in celebration of Black History Month. Attendance at the museum reached ne
• Augusta National Golf Club Community Impact Fund• Creel-Harison Foundation for Hurricane Helene Restoration• Destination Augusta for Marketing and Product Development• JB
What an amazing year it has been thus far for the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History. February 2026 was one of the busiest months that I can recall in my 22 years at the muse
There will be no tours today, Friday or Saturday due to a host of museum activities taking place over the next three days Please check the Laney Museum website and social media pa
Join us for ACA’s Inaugural Open Mike Night Thursday, May 14, 20267:00 – 9:00 pmLucy Craft Laney Museum Conference Room Free to ACA members.$5 donation for non-ACA memb
Hosted by Tarika Holland in partnership with the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History Friday, April 24, 2026Doors open at 5:30 pm.Show 6:00 – 8:30 pmLucy Craft Laney Muse
As of April 1, 2026, the admission fees for the Laney Museum will be as follows: Adults: $10.00 Seniors: $7.00 Military: $7.00 Under 17 remains at $3.00 dollars Facebook X Li
Celebrating the Life and Legacy of Prince Hall Saturday, May 16, 2026, 4 pmLucy Craft Laney Museum Conference Room Join the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History, in partnership
Camp One: June 1-5, 2026, 9 am – NoonCamp Two: June 8-12, 2026, 9 am – NoonGrades 2-8 Teaching children the value of Art, History, and Preservation. Activities include:
April 15, 2026 11:30am – 1:00pmLucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History Join the Lucy Craft Laney Museum as we celebrate and discuss an amazing piece of Augusta’s Afr
History, Culture, and TraditionExhibition Viewing March 29 – May 9, 2026Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History Opening Lecture with Dr. Nikita Y. HarrisCotillion Historian
May 2, 2026 11 am – 2 pm 12th and Phillip Street Tabernacle Baptist Church Presents a Golden Blocks Block PartyHealth and Resource Fair Free health screenings for
April 8th, 6:00-7:30 p.m. Cost: $25 dollarsLocation: The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History Conference Room Augusta’s Black Caddies – The Men on the Bag experien
Food for Thought with Dr. Malcom Bevel Wednesday, March 11, 202611:30 am – 1:00 pmLucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History Featured Speaker: Malcome S. Bevel, PhD, MSPHAssist
Saturday, May 16, 2026 (SOLD OUT)Back at the PATCH Golf Course! 1928 Jim Dent Way, Augusta, GA 30909 Honoring Nathaniel “Ironman” Avery, Black Caddie for Arnold Palmer Celebr
Courtesy of FOX54 NewsSunday Ely Feb 4, 2026 Updated Feb 5, 2026View video AUGUSTA, Ga. — Black history in Augusta isn’t confined to textbooks — it’s preserved, celebrated
January 16 – March 4, 2026City Gallery, 535 Telfair Street Also on Friday, February 27, 2026, 5 pm, a walk-and-talk reception with the LCL Museum Executive Director and Local
February 11, 11:30amCommunity Luncheon: The Community & Cultural Impact of the Augusta Mini Theater February 28, 5:00pm – 6:30pmAuthor Talk: Michael Dock, “Addicted to
February: The Legacy of the Augusta Mini Theater March-April: Annual debutante Exhibition; Guest Curator Noel Corbin May-June: Annual Golf Exhibition: Guest Curator Ramona Harrie
Over the holidays, the museum released its second annual calendar, “Augusta Achievers: Celebrating Augusta’s Black History”. A calendar signing was held in January for th
October’s luncheon featured Augusta Commissioners Francine Scott, District 9, and Don D.C. Clark, District 5. In November, the Community Luncheon honored those who have serve
In November, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the unveiling of a new Golden Blocks Mural along the Laney Walker Boulevard, “Heroes at Home and Abroad: African Americans in
In November, a ribbon-cutting ceremony was held for the unveiling of a new Golden Blocks Mural along the Laney Walker Boulevard, “Heroes at Home and Abroad: African Americans in
In October, the Museum debuted a new exhibit: “We Were Always There: A Tribute to African-American Women in the Military, 1776-Present.” The exhibit included a historical col
Welcome to 2026! On behalf of the staff, Board of Directors and volunteers I would like to thank all our supporters for making 2025 an amazing year. But it is now a new
Special Guests: Brown Sugar Stitchers January 14, 2026 11:30am – 1:00pmLucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History Members of the Brown Sugar Stitchers from Atlanta will be he
Friday, January 9, 20265:30 to 7:30 p.m.Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History and Conference Center Meet the Lucy Craft Laney’s 2026 Augusta Achievers and have your calend
NEW: Click to Order Calendar Online! Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History announces release of its 12-month calendar: “Augusta Achievers: Celebrating Augusta’s Black Histor
On behalf of the Board of Directors, staff and volunteers, the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History and Conference Center remembers one of its dear friends, Terrye Yvonne Thomp
The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History and Conference Center would like to take a moment to wish our dear friend, Dr. Jean Embry, a happy 100th birthday! You are class pers
The Board of Directors, staff and volunteers of the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History and Conference Center would like to express its condolences to the family of our friend
Every time Queenie Lawton came to the museum it was like a ray of sunshine had entered the building. A big supporter of the Lucy Craft Laney Museum, she loved her dear friend, Mrs.
The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History remembers the life and legacy of Valorie Pearl Tillman Davis (January 13, 1949-November 6, 2025). For years Mrs. Davis has shared her
Arts and Crafts with Delta Academy and Top Teens of America, Augusta Chapter December 6, 202510:00 am – 12:00 pm Event is free and open to the public. To RSVP call 706.424.35
“Mental Health is Wealth” Presented by the Mu Xi Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in partnership with Augusta Alumnae Chapter of Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. a
Real Stories and Experiences with Musical Performances Saturday, November 22, 2025 1 pm and 5 pm Purchase Tickets Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History1116 Phillips StreetAu
The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History November luncheon will pay tribute to those who have served in the United States Armed Forces with an all-star panel. November 12, 202
Explore Savannah with Us April 18, 2026 Join the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History on its day-trip to Savannah, Georgia. Destinations include First African Baptist Churc
African Americans in the Military During the Golden Blocks Era, 1898-1945 November 13, 202510:30 am – 12:30 pm1134 Laney Walker Boulevard Mural By: Theron Cartwright Facebo
Patricia Knox-Hudson Peter Knox Aurubis Wife Saver RedWolf Advertising Destination Augusta Facebook X LinkedIn Email Thank you to our Annual Sponsors! Read More Mark Your Calend
Fall ExhibitionsSeptember – October A Tribute to Black Women in the Military November – DecemberBrown Sugar Quilters Community Luncheon SeriesLuncheons are held the se
This year, the Lucy Craft Laney museum released its first-ever historical monthly calendar, entitled: Augusta Achievers: Celebrating Augusta’s Black History. The calendar profi
Sign Up for Annual Quiz Bowl Each Spring, the Lucy Craft Laney Museum hosts a Quiz Bowl for high school and middle aged students. Up to four teams, consisting of high school and
Local artists Rhian Swain and Francie Klopotic collaborated with the Laney museum to create an artistic and historic visual portrayal of Augusta’s black community across decades.
Augusta’s historic Tabernacle Baptist Church was founded in 1885 as Beulah Baptist Church by Rev. Charles T Walker. The church was housed in the old Adas Yeshurun Synagogue on El
On September 4th and 5th, the Laney Museum hosted two days of events to recognize the 109th birthday of the late Frank Yerby, Augusta native and world-reknown author. Thursday, Sep
After a summer respite, the monthly community luncheon series commenced in August. The Laney Museum, in conjunction with Augusta University’s Institutional Review Board, presente
Michael Thurmond, Paine College Alumnus, former chief executive officer of DeKalb County, Georgia, and 2026 Georgia Gubernatorial Candidate, paid a visit to the museum to discuss h
The Lucy Craft Laney Museum kicked off summer 2025 with two sessions of summer camp. Campers participated in Juneteenth activities which included arts and craft projects and educat
The Lucy Craft Laney Museum kicked off summer 2025 with two sessions of summer camp. Campers participated in Juneteenth activities which included arts and craft projects and educat
In June, the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History and Conference Center held its 9th Annual Golf Tournament at the Belle Meade Country Club in Thompson, GA. The tournament paid
There are so many exciting things happening at the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History and Conference Center. In our 34 years we have anchored our programming in the legacy
Dr. Samantha R. JonesAssistant Professor, Cancer Prevention, Control and Population Health Program, Georgia Prevention Institute October 29, 20255:30 – 7:30 pmLight refreshme
AU researchers share insight with local community through forum The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History in conjunction with Augusta University’s Institutional Review Board
A Word from Our Commissioners Wednesday, October 8, 202511:30 am – 1:00 pm. Special Guest Speakers:District 5 Commissioner Don “DC” ClarkDistrict 9 Commissione
American Heart Association: Healthy for GoodMonday August 25, 2025, 6:00 – 7:00 pm. The Hub for Community Innovation631 Chaffee Avenue, Augusta, Georgia 30904 Nearly half
2025 Frank Yerby Celebration Thursday, September 4, 2025, 6:00 – 7:30 pm.Frank Yerby House, Paine College Campus,1235 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30901 Author Discussion: The
Golden Blocks for 140 Golden YearsBlock Party and Resource Fair Saturday, August 9, 202511:00 am – 2:00 pm.Laney Walker Boulevard Free adult and children medical services,
2026 Annual Museum Quiz Bowl Saturday, March 28, 202510:00 am – NoonAugusta Public Library Main Branch Telfair Street, Augusta, GA Team Entry Fee is $20 CASH PRIZES FOR WI
Paintings by Rhian Swain and Francis Klopotic The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black HistoryJuly 1 – Augusta 31, 2025 “A picture is worth a thousand words” R
Barriers to Research Participation Wednesday, August 13, 2025Starts at 11:30 am. Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History, in conjunction with Augusta University’s Institu
Mrs. Christine Miller Betts, who served as 26-year executive director of the Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History and Conference Center, was born on this day, July 3. Mrs. Bett
Sponsor Thank You & Acknowledgements The Lucy Craft Laney Museum gratefully acknowledges and thanks all of our 2025 corporate and individual sponsors, contributors of door priz
Summer’s coming! That means Summer Camp is on its way! We are excited to announce that reservations are open for Summer Camp 2025! Two separate camps will be offered. Camp On
Join us for a talk and book signing with Paine College alumnus and former Georgia Labor Commissioner Michael Thurmond. June 14, 2025, 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Lucy Craft Laney Muse
Law Day Panel Discussion May 14, 202511:30 am to 1:00 pm Panel: Judge LeJoi Williamson, Judge Carletta Sims Brown, Attorney Kellie Spencer. Moderated by Attorney Katrell Nash
The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History and Conference Center will host a sewing camp with 2 sessions for Adults this summer. June 18 and 19 at 5:30-8:30 pm Slots are limited
The achievements of debutante club founder and educator, the late Rosa T. Beard, were recognized this spring with the installation of a historic marker in the Laney-Walker Historic
A special thanks to the leadership and members of InFocus Church. Every last Saturday of the month for the past four years volunteers from InFocus have come to the Lucy Craft La
Current Exhibitions:Rosa T. Beard Debutante Club Exhibition (March – June)· Location 1: Lucy Craft Laney Museum· Location 2: Augusta Public Library, Georgia Room APRIL 2025
The Men on the Bag:After a successful two-year, twice a month run, Augusta’s Black Caddies: The Men on the Bag will be performed periodically throughout 2025. Catch the next
This year the museum has hosted four author talks with local artists: *Addicted to Chaos by Michael Dock *Happiness is Easy, *Being Unhappy is What’s Hard by Jerry Smith*
The museum launched its 2025 exhibit season with a photography exhibit, “Southern Explorations”. This exhibition featured photos taken over a 25-year period by two friends who
In recognition of the 51st anniversary of the uncovering and ending of the Tuskegee Syphilis Study, Augusta University Institutional Review Board in conjunction with the Laney Muse
This year Cynthia Riley, administrative assistant, celebrates her fifth year with the Lucy Craft Laney Museum. During her tenure she has worked with former Executive Directors Mrs.
Throughout 2024, residents of the Laney-Walker Boulevard and Bethlehem neighborhood have enjoyed the creation of the latest neighborhood mural, “The Golden Blocks: A Community Bu
The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History and Conference center made history this year with the launch of its first ever black history calendar. Entitled Augusta Achievers: Cele
Thursday, May 8, 2025, 10 AM The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History, in partnership with the Georgia Historical Society, the USC Center for Civil Rights and Research, and Aug
Community Luncheon Series What’s Happening in the Garden City April 16, 2025, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Come out and hear from Commissioner Jordan Johnson, as well as other el
Sunday March 30, 20252:00 pm at A.R. Johnson Magnet School In case of rain the Rosa T. Beard Debutante marker dedication will be held in the Lucy Craft Laney Museum Conference Room
Lee Elder Photo Credit: The Augusta National 9th Annual Golf Tournament THURS., JUNE 5, 2025 at the Belle Meade Country Club2660 Twin Pine Rd, Thomson, GA 30824 Honoring the 50th A
Museum Tour Updates for March Please be aware there will be no 2:30 p.m. tour on Friday, March 21st All tours are full for Saturday, March 22nd Facebook X LinkedIn Email Museum To
Museum Closes at 1pm on March 29th Please be aware the museum will close at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 29th. Facebook X LinkedIn Email Museum Closes Early Read More Rosa T. Beard
Sunday March 9, 20253:00-4:30 pm Lucy Craft Laney Museum Conference Center This exhibit will highlight the history and legacy of the Rosa T. Beard Debutante Club, and its founder,
Women’s History Month WOMEN IN MEDICINE March 12, 2025, 11:30 am – 1:00 pm The Lucy Craft Laney Museum, in honor of Women’s History Month, highlights women in Med
Wednesday, April 9, 2025 6:00-7:00 pm: Men on the Bag Experience7:00-7:30 pm: Book Signing with Ward Clayton Augusta’s Black CaddiesThe Men on the Bag experience brings to life t
Saturday, March 1, 2025 4:00 pmLucy Craft Laney Museum Conference Center About the Book Call Me Judy tells the classic story of an underdog who conquered countless difficultie
