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.
These sites are part of the African American History Division. This division, formed in 2023, will ensure the continued inclusion of Black History in City museums and public programming, as well as advancing the City’s goal of building a welcoming community through equity and inclusion.
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Alexandria Black History Museum
902 Wythe Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
703.746.4356
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- Twitter @HistoricAlexVA
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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.