Murphy African-American Museum
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Murphy African-American Museum

The home of the first licensed Black mortician in west Alabama.

African-American contractors built the two-story bungalow in 1920 with brick and hand-hewn sill salvaged from the old State Capitol building in Tuscaloosa. Exhibit rooms feature Murphy family memorabilia, displays on local history, African art and artifacts.

2601 Paul William Bryant Drive Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
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(205) 758-2861
Open Tu-F 10-3; other times by appt
This experience may be open for on-site visitation; however, offerings and/or operating procedures may have changed due to COVID-19. Please verify details before you go and visit the COVID-19 Resources page for more information.
Wheelchair Accessible
Free
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Open Tu-F 10-3; other times by appt
(205) 758-2861

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  • 2601 Paul William Bryant Drive
  • Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
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