Michelle B.
Yelp
What a beautiful experience to explore the African American Cultural and Heritage Facility (museum). Finally on my 4th visit to Austin I explored more areas like Six Square, Austin's Black Cultural District.
The museum has a circular front with glass and columns. It is open, airy inside and was pristine. Although small inside yet packed in history and culture. It is free admission and they accept donations.
I found the Juneteenth information to the most informative. As an east coaster, with foundational knowledge of Juneteenth, I learned so much more through video montage, photographs with editorial providing context. It is inspiring how the African American community in Austin and the state of Texas has maintained and shared the importance of Juneteenth to everyone through educational celebrations, parades, food/culinary gatherings,
and spiritual/religious services wrapped in love, family and community.
Another highlight of this visit was the exhibition by Riley Holloway, "What I Carry". I found his artistic medium to be captivating showing elements of the AA experience through his family, church, summer fun, celebrations which to me was a bold statement of beauty, connection and community.
I highly recommend a visit to this artistic treasure in Austin.
