The Doleman Black Heritage Museum (DBHM), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located in Hagerstown, Maryland, is focused on preserving and displaying the legacy of Charles & Marguerite Doleman’s vision for a state-of-the-art cultural & historical museum that depicts the lives of all African Americans, situated in the heart of Hagerstown, Maryland.

To COLLECT, PRESERVE, EXHIBIT and INTERPRET historical and cultural artifacts of African Americans in Washington County, Maryland; to protect and expand the legacy of the Doleman family; to provide insight and enlightened knowledge for the public; and, to serve as a resource for historical information of African-American history and culture locally and statewide.

The vision of the Doleman Black Heritage Museum, Inc. is to become a vibrant and integral part of the community, serving as a beacon of education, preservation and celebration of our Black communities' rich and diverse history, culture and achievements. We aspire to inspire future generations, foster understanding, appreciation and respect for the contributions and struggles that have shaped our shared history.