Saturday, March 13, 2010

National Museum of African Art | Washington D.C.

January 9, 2008 by lindsey  
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“African art embodies one of humanity’s greatest achievements–fusing visual imagery with spiritual beliefs and social purpose. Its technical achievements and artistic perfection bear witness to the creative ingenuity of its makers. Religious beliefs and cultural ideals find artistic expression not only in masks and figures created primarily for ceremonial purposes, but also in the utilitarian [...]

Anacostia Community Museum | Washington D.C.

March 10, 2007 by lindsey  
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The Anacostia Museum, officially named the Anacostia Community Museum, is the Smithsonian Institution’s museum of African American history and culture, primarily devoted to the identification, documentation and preservation of the African American experience in the Upper South (Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Washington, D.C.), as well as nationwide. The museum is located [...]

African American Civil War Memorial & Museum | Washington D.C.

February 11, 2007 by lindsey  
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Photo Credit: Asiir
The African American Civil War Memorial, at the corner of Vermont Avenue and U Street NW in Washington, D.C., commemorates the service of 209,145 African-American soldiers and sailors who fought for the Union in the American Civil War. The sculpture The Spirit of Freedom, by Ed Hamilton of Louisville, Kentucky, was commissioned by [...]

Frederick Douglass House National Historic Site | Washington D.C.

February 9, 2007 by lindsey  
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The Frederick Douglass National Historic Site is dedicated to preserving the legacy of the most famous 19th century African American. His life was a testament to the courage and persistence that serves as an inspiration to those who struggle in the cause of liberty and justice. Visitors to the site learn about his efforts to [...]

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