Category Archives: African American History Sites

National Museum of African Art

Founded in 1964, the National Museum of African Art was established as the first museum in the U.S. dedicated to African art. It started in the 1950s, when an American Foreign Service officer named Warren M. Robbins began collecting African antiques in Germany. With the intent of addressing racial issues and communicating an appreciation for…
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National Museum of African American History and Culture

On September 24th, 2016, the National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) made its mark as the Smithsonian Institution’s nineteenth--and newest--museum. The idea of an establishment to remember African American history had been in effect for almost a century, dating back to 1915--but with various cost and funding complications legislative action delayed until…
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Ben’s Chili Bowl

  Located on U Street, Ben's Chili Bowl is one of the most-popular attractions for eating in this historic part of Washington DC. The menu includes classic chili dogs, tasty hamburgers, sides, and of course, Ben's Famous Chili. Over the years Ben's has seen many stars stop by for a delicious bite to eat. Professional…
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Martin Luther King Memorial

I have made a lot of visits to the Martin Luther King Memorial. Each visit I am reminded of how great a man Dr. King was. The 30 foot statue of Dr. King grabs your attention . It took 159 stones of granite from China to create this massive statue. The memorial is surrounded by…
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