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National Museum of African American History and Culture

National Museum of African American History and Culture

History Museum
Northwest Washington, Washington
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    Melba D.
    "Everything!!!! Allow the whole day"(5 Tips)
    Hannah C.
    "wretched history of slavery and the power and perseverance"(4 Tips)
    Dave L.
    "New museum, definitely worth checking out!!!"(3 Tips)
    Ronald D.
    "Allow 3 - 4 hours for the history floors alone."(4 Tips)
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  • Devontaheart icon on user image
    DevontaSeptember 27, 2016
    Redefining and completing the narrative of African Americans in America. A journey that will take more than a few visit to fully see everything. A beautiful dedication to our culture.
    Upvoted 6 days ago
  • Hannah L.heart icon on user image
    Hannah LuddyJanuary 11, 2017
    You could spend weeks here! Tickets are booked up right now, but there are limited number of same-day tickets available every morning online at 6:30. Well worth it!
    Upvoted 1 week ago
  • Terrellheart icon on user image
    TerrellSeptember 23, 2016
    You'll need more than one day to take it all in. Trust me. But, it is the most amazing museum I've ever been to.
    Upvoted Jan 14
  • 4sqSU USAheart icon on user image
    4sqSU USASeptember 25, 2016
    Officially opened by President Barack Obama on September 24th, 2016.
  • Kevin M.
    Kevin MacAugust 24, 2018
    The museum depicts many of the tribulations and triumphs of African-Americans in a very compelling manner. Start from the lowest level and work your way up to the top. Start early to experience it all
  • @chowbelleheart icon on user image
    @chowbelleApril 27, 2018
    EVERYTHING! The museum is so dense, plan at least three full days to give yourself a chance of seeing it all.
  • Melba D.heart icon on user image
    Melba Da SilvaOctober 20, 2017
    This place is massive!!! You need at least 2 days to go through it properly. Very overwhelming, informative and deep!!! A must see here in Washington!! So glad we stopped in.
  • Viaggiatriceheart icon on user image
    ViaggiatriceFebruary 5, 2017
    Knowing there are waits on weekends, I decided to ask if I could get in -- and they let me in! The woman at the door said she had extra spots to give away. So it's worth asking -- just have a plan B.
  • Christina C.heart icon on user image
    Christina ChinOctober 24, 2017
    Amazing museum, well designed. Like the lower fls but its so depressing to see. Reflecting pool is nice place to reenergize. Food great, get the fried chicken and potato salad side, skip mac n chse
  • Gregory K.heart icon on user image
    Gregory K.October 2, 2019
    Amazing powerful and informative (while still being objective) museum. It’s relatively new museum amongst many good ones in the area. I would definitely say it’s one of top 3 museums in the area
  • Oliver L.heart icon on user image
    Oliver LewisJune 10, 2016
    The architecture, views of DC from within, space design all combine to make this a pleasant and peaceful yet commanding environment.
  • Darshel L.heart icon on user image
    Darshel LanetteJune 1, 2019
    This museum is so amazing in the way it’s laid out. You could easily be here an entire day because there’s so much information available. I love it and plan on returning soon.
  • Derek G.heart icon on user image
    Derek GaskinsMarch 15, 2019
    A true national treasure. Takes at least a full 2-3 days to take in everything. Emotionally charged, and inspiring. Come learn about American history that is too often neglected.
  • Charlie-Mikeheart icon on user image
    Charlie-MikeFebruary 9, 2017
    The Culture floor was the best... it took me back to my child/teen years and I danced a little. It was packed though and some of the areas with video were hard to appreciate with the noise of others
  • Alex L.
    Alex LumaMarch 4, 2017
    Within my first visit to this museum, this has become my favorite museum to visit. There are tons of great exhibits to see, digest and experience. I definitely plan to go back and see what I missed.
  • Mikala S.heart icon on user image
    Mikala SJanuary 6, 2018
    Inside, it's set up a lot like the Newseum. For a skimming visit, plan a full day. For a thorough visit, you'll have to move to DC.
  • Chris R.heart icon on user image
    Chris R (thechristophe)January 19, 2017
    Take the whole day and absorb it all. From the history of the slave trade, through the civil war and civil rights era including a good look at the contribution of African Americans through the years.
  • René L.heart icon on user image
    René LePaulJanuary 28, 2020
    Loved this museum. So much to learn, love, and appreciate. I recommend it as one of the best Smithsonian museums. It’s easy to navigate through. Plenty of hands on activities for small ones.
  • Jasmineheart icon on user image
    JasmineApril 16, 2017
    This will take all day. There's technically 6 floors: 3 above, 3 below ground level. Use the reflection room when the content gets too heavy in the lower floors.
  • Jesseheart icon on user image
    JesseAugust 8, 2018
    Incredible museum and long overdue. Check for available tickets online the morning of (at 6 I think). It can get a bit crowded, so just be prepared for that. But still 100% worth going.
  • Jonahheart icon on user image
    JonahAugust 11, 2017
    An amazing museum full of joy, accomplishment, and sadness. There is so much to see it cannot be done in one go. Even if it's sold out, show up and some kind stranger may give you their extra tickets!
  • Sue A.heart icon on user image
    Sue ApfelbaumDecember 29, 2017
    this is the museum America needs. this is our holocaust, spanning centuries. our nation was built by slaves and this place honors the sacrifices of millions & achievements of individuals magnificently
  • Tanya R.heart icon on user image
    Tanya RoyAugust 26, 2017
    The Museum is Awesome. This should be on everyone's Bucket List....Black People, White People....any race should visit and listen and learn with an open mind....very Humbling.
  • Dave L.heart icon on user image
    Dave LepkowskiOctober 9, 2019
    The exhibits and displaysand put together very well.staff were friendly and informative but the securitity staff was breaking the museum's rules about carrying guns inside the musem building.
  • Greig R.heart icon on user image
    Greig RoselliAugust 12, 2017
    The fourth floor houses the museum's cultural artifacts. You can see the Funkadelic mothership and A.J.'s hat from Good Times. I Didn't need advanced tickets to see the museum but the place is packed.
  • Liz C.heart icon on user image
    Liz Caselli-MechaelSeptember 30, 2016
    The basement levels follow a narrative structure of African-American history, while the upper levels are more short-stories on cultural impact
  • Vesper A.heart icon on user image
    Vesper AOctober 9, 2017
    You’ll need multiple visits to get through. It’s still very crowded but the value of a free museum of African American history & culture makes for an incredible and memorable education.
  • Harold R.heart icon on user image
    Harold RubinOctober 24, 2017
    A bit overwhelming. You do need almost 2 full days to see it. Do the above ground floors one day which is about the culture and the below ground the other day, which is more about history
  • Staceyheart icon on user image
    StaceyJune 7, 2016
    gorgeous space, inside and out. a must-see for everyone and the view from the terrace can't be beat.
  • Brian T.heart icon on user image
    Brian TramueLApril 20, 2018
    I clicked the Foursquare like button really hard! Incredible experience spanning the history of African Americans from slavery through to the achievements of modern day culture.
  • Allen W.heart icon on user image
    Allen WestAugust 3, 2021
    This is a great museum. It is well organized with very accomodating staff. If you want to see everything, be prepared to spend weeks in the museum.
  • Hannah C.heart icon on user image
    Hannah CollinsApril 19, 2017
    An amazing journey celebrating the cultural contributions of African Americans, as well as revealing the wretched history of slavery and the power and perseverance of black people over 7 centuries.
  • Kimberly K.heart icon on user image
    Kimberly Kates-BellNovember 17, 2017
    One of my favorite places in the world. Everyone needs to visit this museum. It is well done and gives you an awesome experience in the history of America. The most beautiful museum in the world.
  • Claude H.
    Claude HarrisonFebruary 10, 2017
    While the museum experience best begins below floors, that can be a 30 minute to 2 hour wait. See some of the galleries upstairs first.
  • Brittany W.heart icon on user image
    Brittany WaltersMarch 2, 2018
    There is so much to see here! It will take you all day (if you have the time) to see everything! I recommend if you are in the DC area for a few days, come to this museum multiple times!
  • Jake S.
    Jake SmithJuly 30, 2019
    Photography is not allowed in the Emmett Till exhibit area, so don't worry about having your cell phone out; instead, pay your respects to a human being taken far too early in his life.
  • Chris C.heart icon on user image
    Chris CapaccioApril 14, 2017
    Tons of information. American history lesson in context, possibly different from how you learned it. We need a second visit!
  • Karen J.
    Karen JohnsonFebruary 26, 2017
    Great historical exhibits. Also, the cuisine in the restaurant serves yummy soul food.
  • Kevin B.heart icon on user image
    Kevin BowmanApril 4, 2017
    Immersive, amazing experience. Be prepared to wait in line, but be prepared to learn something new. Will take multiple visits to see entire museum.
  • Jae W.heart icon on user image
    Jae WatkinsSeptember 23, 2016
    This museum is well designed and a beautiful addition to the Smithsonian area of D.C.
  • Charlottesheart icon on user image
    CharlottesJuly 11, 2017
    Incredibly heart wrenching overview of African American history so far, culminating in Obama's presidency. An absolute must for all Americans, old and new.
  • Brian C.heart icon on user image
    Brian CartyAugust 18, 2018
    Simply magnificent! The museum is put together so well. Have truly enjoyed both of my visits and I look forward to many more in the future.
  • JH H.heart icon on user image
    JH H-DSeptember 17, 2019
    Get ready for an emotionally and mentally trying experience. It’s well worth it; such an amazing and well done museum.
  • Jeffery J.heart icon on user image
    Jeffery JonesJune 25, 2017
    Great History here with a beautiful atmosphere. I highly recommend that you visit this place if you come to Washington DC.
  • Danielle D.
    Danielle DaSilvaJuly 13, 2018
    You really need the whole day, if not multiple days, to see it all. Admission is free, but depending on the day you will need to secure timed admission tickets, so be sure to check ahead.
  • Taj B.heart icon on user image
    Taj BaileyAugust 11, 2017
    Great representation of African American history. Very detailed and covers a lot. Prepare to be there for 3-4 hrs.
  • Clay V.
    Clay VickersJanuary 6, 2017
    Bring comfortable shoes. You're going to want to explore and read and learn and experience for a long time.
  • Natasha M.heart icon on user image
    Natasha MaytonJune 28, 2022
    This museum has a lot of great exhibits and artifacts. It is very interactive and contains history facts that I have not seen at other museums.
  • Ronald D.heart icon on user image
    Ronald DLNovember 6, 2017
    Beautiful designed exhibition. Allow 3 - 4 hours for the history floors alone.
  • Ronald D.heart icon on user image
    Ronald DLNovember 6, 2017
    Beautiful designed exhibition. Allow 3 - 4 hours for the history floors alone.
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