National Museum of African American History and Culture
National museum · Washington Monument Grounds
1400 Constitution Ave. NW, Washington, DC 20560
Highlights
Smithsonian museum showcasing African American history, culture & community
Smithsonian museum showcasing African American history, culture & community
"A must-see Smithsonian highlight focused on African American history and culture; while admission is free, popularity means advanced booking is often necessary, and visiting outside peak tourist months will make for a more relaxed experience." - Nicholas DeRenzo Nicholas DeRenzo Nicholas DeRenzo knows where to eat, stay, and play in almost any locale. A travel writer and editor, he has contributed articles to Condé Nast Traveler, BBC Travel, Travel + Leisure, New York magazine, The New York Times, and Sunset. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"A Smithsonian museum dedicated to the cultural heritage and history of African Americans, housed in a bronze-lattice–wrapped building on the National Mall and featuring exhibits on everything from food and language to art and broader cultural contributions." - Evie Carrick Evie Carrick Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who’s lived in five countries and visited well over 50. She now splits her time between Colorado and Paris, ensuring she doesn't have to live without skiing or L'As du Fallafel. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"The newest Smithsonian museum, showcasing African American history and culture." - Michael He
"It’s hard to imagine improving upon the grandeur of the historic National Mall, miles of greenery surrounded by world-class monuments and museums. But in September 2016, the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture did just that. This relatively new addition to an iconic landscape houses artifacts, photography, and other media that reflect African American culture and experiences. Here you’ll find Harriet Tubman’s personal hymnal and silk lace and linen shawl, a bill of a sale for a young enslaved girl, Louis Armstrong’s trumpet, photos capturing the participation of Black women during the Civil Rights Movement, and a collection of costumes from ‘The Wiz’. Given the scope and size of the space (85,000 square feet), this is best saved for a day when you have plenty of time to devote." - Adele Chapin
"There's another place that people, especially Americans, must go, and you got to allocate a whole day: the National Museum of African American History and Culture."
