Join the Charles H. Wright Museum & The Wright Museum’s Friends Committee
As We Celebrate the 106th Birthday of Dr. Charles H. Wright
With a month-long membership campaign beginning in September
Dr. Charles H. Wright’s 106 Birthday Celebration will take place from September 1-30, 2024, this month- long celebration is sponsored by The Wright Museum Friends Committee.
Join or renew your membership, shop our Museum Store, or make a donation in September to celebrate!
How to Participate ALL MONTH - 2024 September Membership Campaign
Receive 20% discount on Individual or Family memberships
Wright members receive a 10% discount at the Museum Store all other months
Here are 3 ways to secure your discounts to join or renew
- Become a member (Discount Code: BIRTHDAY)
- Visit our friendly staff at The Wright Museum
- Complete a paper form, available through a Friends Committee member
Birthday Drive-Up – Saturday, September 7, 2024 – 12pm to 4pm
Drive Up will be in front of The Wright Museum at the Warren Ave Circle All participants in the Birthday Drive-Up will receive the following:
- 20% discount on the Individual or Family annual memberships
- FREE items from our on-site Food Trucks
- Immediate admission to The Wright Museum
- Special token redeemable for 20% discount at The Wright Museum Store
- Exclusive FREE gift for the first 25 “Divine 9” or “Contributor” level members(or donation of $100+)
About Dr. Charles H. Wright
Dr. Charles H. Wright (September 20, 1918 – March 7, 2002) was an obstetrician-gynecologist, civil rights leader, institution builder, philanthropist, author, a loving husband and father.
During his medical practice years, Dr. Wright led the struggle for the integration of the labor and delivery suites at Detroit Women's Hospital. Dr. Wright was the first Black doctor to deliver patients at the Detroit Women's Hospital. Dr. Wright’s commitment to the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History and other initiatives earned him the title of “Father of the National Movement to Establish African American Museums."
About The Friends Committee
The Friends Committee preserves the legacy of Dr. Charles H. Wright and supports the museum by increasing membership, creating donor recognition events, and hosting fundraising campaigns.