African History Told Through Beads

Dabls Mbad African Bead Museum is one of Detroit’s treasures. It’s an unusual museum that draws on African history and customs filling an entire block with vibrant outdoor installations. Spending time with artist and visual storyteller Olayami Dabls inside his bead museum was a delight. So many beautiful beads on display (and for purchase) with many of them from around the world having a unique history.