# African American Museum and Library at Oakland > Museum combines quiet sanctuary atmosphere with educational exhibits focused on overlooked Black history and leaders. Interior features beautiful architecture and a well-stocked reference library for research. Free access and community programs support learning and cultural engagement. Source: https://www.atly.com/location/AfricanAmericanMuseumAndLibraryAtOakland - Address: 659 14th St, Oakland, California, United States - Phone: +15106370200 - Website: https://oaklandlibrary.org/aamlo/ ## What it is good for - Historical Sites — 10/10 - Reading Spot — 8.3/10 - Libraries — 8.2/10 - Museums — 8.1/10 - Galleries — 6.9/10 ## What people say - "I found the museums here to be very educational and informative." - "I learned a lot about the black experience at this library and museum." - "It's a quiet sanctuary for reading and absorbing history." ## Good to know - Entry to the museum is free to the public. - The museum hosts special events throughout the year. - The Festival of the Black Dolls Show and Sale was recently exhibited. - The library is a reference library; books cannot be checked out. - The museum emphasizes important people and events in Oakland's history. ## Get this data directly This page comes from the Atly Places API, which scores close to 2 million places against more than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real reviewers say, with the statements behind every score. - **MCP server:** `https://agentic-api.atly.com/mcp` — connect it in ChatGPT or Claude. Nothing to install. - **Guide for agents:** - **OpenAPI contract:** - **No key needed to start.** `POST https://agentic-api.atly.com/v0/keys` with an email raises the quota. Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.