BlackVoices History Quest, Black History In Your Backyard: The Grand Finale

We've had such an amazing journey traveling through some of the greatest black history landmarks all over the country.

With your help and advice, we've stumble across everything from the touching (Little Rock Central High School National Historic Site), to the quirky (The James Brown Statue in Augusta, Georgia) to the inspiring (National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame, Texas).

You can see our full list of over a hundred places to visit with your family below. Keep letting us in mind when you come across a new one, and let us know.

Anacostia Museum and Center for African-American History and Culture

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The Anacostia Museum and Center for African-American History and Culture was founded in September 1967 and explores the family and community life of African-Americans. The museum holds a permanent collection of photographs, works of art, media, artifacts and documents. Educational programs and curricula further enhance learning opportunities at the museum. The Anacostia Museum offers multiple events throughout the year, with special discussion groups, workshops and lectures during Black History Month involving videos, dance performances, poetry readings and art-making opportunities. Additional educational materials, including books and posters, are available at the online store

--Sara Ipatenco

Address: 1901 Fort Place SE, Washington, DC 20020
Telephone: 202-633-4820
Hours Of Operation: Open 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
Cost: Free

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12:53 PM on 03/01/2012

Missing= The African American Museum of Iowa. For a state with such a small African American population, Black people have been making great strides there since they first arrived. Check out their virtual tour: http://www.blackiowa.org/exhibits/virtual-tour/

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