As a public health precaution due to COVID-19 (coronavirus), the National Museum of African American History and Culture will temporarily close to the public starting Saturday, March 14. We are not announcing a re-opening date at this time and will provide updates on a regular and as needed basis.
All public events, programming and gatherings are canceled. Please visit our calendar of events for the latest updates. Our visitor passes page has updated information about individual and group passes. We appreciate your understanding.
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Celebrate Poetry and Jazz Appreciation Month
Featured Exhibition
Chez Baldwin
James Baldwin’s house in the South of France serves as a powerful lens to explore his life and works. From 1971 to 1987, his home in St. Paul de Vence was his permanent, vibrant abode and an important social center for artists and intellectuals from Europe, Africa, America, and around the world.
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Watch Our Past Event, NMAAHC Live -Honoring The Centennial Of Nat King Cole
On March 16, 2019 The National Museum of African American History and Culture hosted a celebration of the 100th Anniversary of the birth of Nat King Cole with a panel discussion and select musical performances to honor and celebrate the towering musical genius. At the height of his career, Cole was praised for his elegant tone. Millions of Americans, from every walk of life, listened to his music to enjoy themes of uplift, optimism and romance.
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The African American experience is the lens through which we understand what it is to be an American.
Lonnie G. Bunch III Founding Director, NMAAHC