The Wiley H. Bates Legacy Center and Memorial is part of a $27 million dollar complex called The Wiley H. Bates Heritage Park which opened in a public
celebration, September 2006. The Legacy Center is
dedicated to preserving and presenting the history of
Wiley H. Bates High School, formerly (1932 to 1966)
the only high school for African Americans in Anne
Arundel County. It is a unique cultural arts heritage
center displaying historical documents and collections
that preserve the African American experience .
1101 Smithville Street
Annapolis, Maryland 21401
Museum Hours : Wednesday—Friday, 10 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Group tours and Site rental:
Main Number :410.263.1860
Email: Wileyhbates11@verizon.net