National Museum of African American History & Culture

The National Museum of African American History and Culture, located in Washington, DC, is dedicated only to the documenting of African American life, history, and culture. Since its inception in 2016, the museum has amassed over 36,000 objects and attracted almost 100,000 visitors.

The museum explains how the diverse African American experience shaped the country, and it aspires to assist all Americans understand how global influences impact their stories, histories, and cultures. In the beautifully planned and dynamically lighted exhibition rooms, artifacts, state-of-the-art interactive exhibitions, site-specific artworks, and engaging informative panels abound.

Following decades of attempts to promote and showcase the accomplishments of African Americans, the National Museum of African American History & Culture was founded by an Act of Congress in 2003. The Smithsonian Institution's 19th and the newest museum opened to the public in September 2016.

Location: 1400 Constitution Ave NW, Washington, DC 20004

Website: nmaahc.si.edu