Alexandria Black History Museum

Alexandria Black History Museum
The Alexandria Black History Museum includes the Museum, the Watson Reading Room, and the Alexandria African American Heritage Park. Other African American historic sites in Alexandria include the Freedom House Museum, the Contrabands and Freedmen Cemetery Memorial, and sites along the African American Heritage Trail.
The Alexandria Black History Museum is now open! The museum has been closed for almost three years due to the COVID-19 pandemic and some much-needed renovations. The museum’s hours are Thursdays and Fridays from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturdays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sundays from 1 to 5 p.m.
See the new exhibit titled: Preserving Their Names: The Black Lives Remembered Collection. The new exhibit documents Alexandria’s response to the murder of George Floyd and the continuing work to preserve the names of Black lives lost.
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Alexandria Black History Museum
902 Wythe Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
703.746.4356
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- Twitter @HistoricAlexVA
- Instagram historicalexva
- YouTube @HistoricAlexandriaVA
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Mission Statement
The mission of the Alexandria Black History Museum is to enrich the lives of Alexandria’s residents and visitors, to foster tolerance and understanding among all cultures and to stimulate appreciation for the diversity of the African American experience. The Alexandria Black History Museum accomplishes its mission by inspiring the public to explore the integral relationship between Alexandria’s African American heritage and other cultural traditions.
Educational Resources
Educational Resources at the Alexandria Black History Museum
The Alexandria Black History Museum offers a variety of tours and programs for students of all ages. Schedule a visit, borrow an outreach kit, and see lesson plans.
Rentals and Private Events
Rentals and Private Events at Alexandria Black History Museum
The Museum and the adjacent Watson Reading Room can be rented for private events.
Volunteering
Volunteering at the Black History Museum
Share your skills, enthusiasm and time by volunteering at the Black History Museum. Some volunteer activities may take place at other locations such as Freedom House Museum and the African American Heritage Park.