Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture

Harvey B. Gantt Center for African-American Arts + Culture is downtown at 551 S. Tryon St. (at Stonewall St.). This art and cultural center's striking exterior resembles the textile patterns created by West African weavers; on the building's south side, 14 glass panels depict historical scenes. A full schedule of exhibits focuses on African American artists and cultural perspectives.

Time: Allow 1 hour minimum.