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Jul 10, 2023

National Museum Of African American History And Culture Acquires Ebony Test Kitchen

An icon of Black culinary innovation, the colorful kitchen now has a new home at the museum.

May 05, 2023

African American History Museum’s Free Hip-Hop Block Party Returns This Summer

The popular event that debuted last year will be held in August.

Oct 19, 2020

Kobe Bryant’s NBA Finals Jersey Is Now On Display At Smithsonian’s African American History Museum

The original plan was for the jersey to go on display shortly after Bryant’s death in January, but the tribute was delayed due to the pandemic.

May 14, 2020

The Smithsonian Is Collecting Relics Of The Pandemic For Future Exhibits

You might want to think twice about throwing out your grocery list or bulk toilet paper packaging.

Aug 31, 2016

The African American History And Culture Museum Is Just One Of Our September Art Picks

Also on tap: free museums, a new lecture series at the Hirshhorn, and a rare look at a secret side of Dr. Seuss.

 
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