• We are currently closed for renovation. We will keep you posted on our grand re-opening!

  • The Museum is expanding! The construction is almost complete. We can't wait for you to see our new look. To see an artist rendering    of the new site,  click here.
 
  • To browse a full list of the museum's exhibits*, click here.  Or explore a digital list created by Digital NC    by clicking here.
Opened in 2001, The Oliver Nestus Freeman Round House Museum has served to preserve, promote and present African-American history, art and culture to all citizens of Wilson and the region in order to increase the awareness, understanding, and appreciation of cultural traditions and African-American contributions to society.
Our Summer Concert Series is back!
All concerts are FREE and open to the public!
Concerts begin at 6:30pm

May 27
The Breeze Band

June 3
Mr. Z and Friends

June 10
The Barnes Project

June 17
Ruffin Keys and Friends

June 24
King Tuck
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Oliver Freeman was extremely creative. Examples of his work can be seen all over the museum, both inside and out.
Please support our Walk of Honor Brick Paver Fundraiser

We are excited to offer the Walk of Honor Brick Paver Fundraiser! A gift of $100 or more will purchase an engraved brick to be placed in front of our gazebo as a stage area and permanent show of your generosity!

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*Museum exhibit list courtesy of Barton College history student, Matthew Flint
Concerts supported by a grant from the Arts Council of Wilson through the NC Arts Council Grassroots Arts Program which believes a great nation deserves great art.