APEX Museum

In 1978, Dan Moore, noted filmmaker and visionary, attended a banquet honoring Dr. Benjamin E. Mays. As Moore witnessed the long overdue commemoration of Dr. May’s accomplishments, he was inspired to create an African American museum that would celebrate the achievements of unsung heroes such as Dr. Mays. Shortly thereafter, Moore began working on the formation of what would become Atlanta’s only museum to celebrate the rich and often untold history of African Americans, The APEX Museum.

APEX is an acronym for African American Panoramic Experience. This title is fitting in that it embodies the mission of the APEX – to interpret and present history from an African American perspective in order to help all Americans and international visitors better understand and appreciate the contributions of African Americans to American as well .  Also to provide its visitors with a complete view in every direction of African American history.