HOWARD UNIVERSITY MUSEUM

WASHINGTON, DC

Howard University Museum in Washington DC is a museum and cultural center that celebrates African American history and culture. It was founded in 1868, by the university's first president, General Oliver O. Howard. The museum is located in the historic Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapel and houses a large collection of artifacts, photographs, and memorabilia related to African American life and culture.

The museum features a variety of permanent and rotating exhibitions that explore African American history, art, and culture. Its permanent collection includes objects from the Civil War era, the Civil Rights Movement, and the black experience in America. Additionally, the museum hosts regular programs, such as lectures, workshops, and performances that highlight African American heritage.

The museum's education and outreach initiatives focus on the importance of preserving African American history and culture. It provides a variety of educational programs and activities for school-aged children, including lectures, exhibits, and hands-on activities. It also offers guided tours of the museum, as well as special events for the public.

The Howard University Museum strives to promote understanding, respect, and appreciation for African American history and culture. It is a place to explore, discover, and celebrate the African American experience.

HOWARD UNIVERSITY MUSEUM is a Uncategorized or General Museum in WASHINGTON DC. US MID #8401100042

The museum is classed as GMU (Uncategorized or General Museums). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Mid-Atlantic (District of Columbia, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania).

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HOWARD UNIVERSITY MUSEUM
500 HOWARD PL NW
WASHINGTON
DC
20059

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