African American History Museum Insights

The idea for a museum dedicated to African Americans was first proposed by Civil War veterans and later supported by the Civil Rights generation. The Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture, located on the National Mall, is designed to reflect the optimism and resilience of the African American community. It celebrates their achievements and contributions to America and the world. The museum will open in 2015, joining other Smithsonian museums in telling the stories of those who made the country great.

Who initially proposed the idea for a museum dedicated to African Americans?

• Members of the Civil Rights generation

• Smithsonian Institution

• African American artists

• Black Veterans of the Civil War

Where is the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture located?

• Between 14th and 15th streets at Constitution Avenue

• In New York City

• Next to the White House

• Near the Lincoln Memorial

What was the architectural vision for the museum?

• To create a building that dances with other buildings on the mall

• To replicate traditional African huts

• To use only modern materials

• To build the tallest structure in Washington, D.C.

What does the museum aim to pay tribute to?

• Only famous African American leaders

• The architecture of Washington, D.C.

• The history of the Civil War

• The many lives known and unknown that enriched the nation

What is the museum's approach to African American history?

• Focus solely on the struggles of the past

• Celebrate both the achievements and challenges of African American culture

• Highlight only the contributions of African American athletes

• Ignore the past and focus on the future