Friday, June 5, 2015

60 Minutes Features The National Museum of African American History and Culture















On May 17, 2015 the CBS news program 60 Minutes aired a piece featuring the National Museum of African American History and Culture. To go straight to the video, click here.

Some interesting facts include: 

  • The creation of the museum was initiated by an Act of Congress back in 1929 and said to be "a tribute to the Negros' contribution to the achievements of America"
  • President Bush signed the law creating the museum in 2003


The museum is open and ready for everyone to enjoy. And because it is a Smithsonian Museum, admission is FREE, thus removing any hesitation to pay a visit.

Click here to view the NMAAHC website. The address is: 

National Museum of American History | 1400 Constitution Ave., NW Washington, D.C. 20004


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