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The John J. Wright Museum is dedicated to bringing the history of Spotsylvania County's first African American high school alive.

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Hours & Location

The John J. Wright Museum is located inside the former John J. Wright Consolidated School, 7565 Courthouse Road, and 2.5 miles south of Spotsylvania Courthouse.

If visiting during school hours, enter the main doors, proceed to the office and sign in. If visiting on Saturdays, enter and proceed directly to the museum.

The museum is open from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Thursday through Saturday. The museum is free and open to the public.