
A People’s Journey, A Nation’s Story
Welcome to the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture
Plan Your Visit
Open daily 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., except December 25

Smithsonian Solstice Saturday
Join us as we celebrate the first Saturday of summer—Solstice Saturday—on June 25. Free timed-entry passes are not required after 5:30 p.m. with our museum open until 8:00 p.m.
Featured Exhibition

Double Victory: The African American Military Experience
In choosing to serve in the military, African Americans sought to have their service understood by the nation as a demand for liberty and citizenship.