On the night of December 31, 1862, enslaved and free African Americans gathered, many in secret, to ring in the new year and await news that the Emancipation Proclamation had taken effect.

The National Museum of African American History and Culture is open daily to the public. Free timed-entry passes are required for entry.

The National Museum of African American History and Culture is the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture.

Explore permanent exhibitions on view at the Museum along with past special exhibitions, and digital only experiences.

The National Museum of African American History and Culture houses a collection of over 45,000 objects and continues to grow thanks to the generosity of donors.

The National Museum of African American History and Culture is open daily to the public. To help you prepare for your visit, we have provided answers below to the most frequently asked questions about …

Decades-old ephemera and current-day incarnations of African American stereotypes, including Mammy, Mandingo, Sapphire, Uncle Tom and watermelon, have been informed by the legal and …

The Museum building is African American history and culture writ large on the National Mall of the United States. Its location and its design represent the past, present, and future of the African …

Explore More! is an interactive, multifaceted educational space dedicated to helping visitors connect and engage with African American history and culture in ways that expand perspectives, spark curiosity …

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