National Museum of African American History and Culture
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National Museum of African American History and Culture

Washington, D.C.

About

The National Museum of African American History and Culture, which opened on the National Mall in 2016, is the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. Its collection of more than 40,000 objects traces the African American experience from the era of slavery through the present, exploring themes of community, family, identity, and the ongoing struggle for civil rights.

Highlights & Things Not to Miss

History Galleries

Four centuries of the African American experience

Culture Galleries

Music, sports, and cultural contributions across generations

Community Galleries

Stories of family, church, and community life