Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia
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The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia is an American 501 organization and museum established in 1981 and focused on the history of Black and African Americans in the state of Virginia.
attractions: The Jefferson Hotel, Richmond Marriott, Hilton Richmond Downtown, Linden Row Inn, Monroe Park, Downtown YMCA, Maggie L Walker National Historic Site, The Doorways, Bolling Haxall House, Institute for Contemporary Art at VCU, restaurants: Mama J's Kitchen, Perly's, Secret Sandwich Society, Tarrant's Cafe Downtown, Fall Line Kitchen & Bar, Wong Gonzalez, Lillie Pearl, Southern Kitchen, GWARbar, Jamaica House Restaurant
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The Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia is an American 501 organization and museum established in 1981 and focused on the history of Black and African Americans in the state of Virginia.
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Really enjoyed touring the BHM. The facility is modern, spacious and well laid out. Having a volunteer guide walk us thru the museum, helping us to know what's available in each of the galleries was extremely helpful. Our guide was very good at prodding us w contextual questions. Like the paradox of TJefferson who wrote "that all men were created equal" yet built and sustained his farm at Monticello by maintaining 607 slaves. By comparison, the Virginia Museum of History and Culture currently has an exhibition: "Determined: 400 Years of African American Struggle for Equality". This is excellent! I only wished BHM would have half of the content and vision of that temporary exhibit. VA's history is steeped in the injustice and struggle for African-Americans' equality. I predict BHM would grow in prominence by better telling the black experience for emerging, waking generations if told from a VA perspective.
Gordon ShafferGordon Shaffer
10
We visited from Maryland to learned about the Jackson Ward area. Our guided tour started at the museum. At the end of the tour we decided to browse the museum. I was pleasantly surprised. The space was laid out well with helpful timeline flow. The didnthave many artifacts but the interactive exhibits made up for it. The staff is knowledgeable and full of information. There were some wonderful items in the gift shop. I purchased some lovely handmade jewelry and a handbag created by local artists. I would highly recommend a visit. We will return. Do yourself a favor and book a walking tour with Mr. Gary Flowers.
Celes HiteCeles Hite
50
As others mentioned this museum is small, yet offers such a great experience! It is packed with lots of history in which I did not know, and I’m an educator! It’s equipped with interactive displays and two sides of our history; The bottom atrium of the museum covers the somber side of black history, however the top floor highlights the success of black individuals in other words black excellence. I do wish the upstairs was more interactive. Thank you for preserving this building and giving us a place to share the true side of our history.
Darneisha DubyDarneisha Duby
110
This little gem is close to downtown Richmond and offers and look into African American history. I went to college and recently visited to realize there was an exhibit in process with many young local artists happening. The art work was amazing! The museum is modern, well lit and offers a cute l bookstore with one of a kind jewelry and items. The fee to enter was $10. There was handicap access and we were able to park on the street. This is a great way to learn more about the local history and the staff of great.
Tero PeroTero Pero
20
Great experience. The day I went, special exhibits were closed off in preparation for changing over to a new exhibit. The controversies art creates was given Justice by the pictures of the Arthur Ashe monument dedication. I learned about Oliver Hill and the Richmond 34. I was looking for a whole room dedicated to Maggie Walker. Found her and so many more inspiring people listed. There were many touch screens on the first floor. A good stop, less than 2 hours to visit. Parking was available on the street.
Amber BristerAmber Brister
50
Loved it. It was small but still had a ton of history and stories to tell. I also liked that it had interactive exhibits including touch screen timelines, games, trivia, and more. It will take you from slavery to 2020 so seamlessly. Very heavy exhibit. I’m glad I went and I would recommend it. Just make sure you have your COVID vaccination proof, your ID, and you can pay the $10 fee (unless you’re a student, child, etc.). They won’t let you in without those 3 things.
The Shameless FoodieThe Shameless Foodie
60
Nearby Attractions Of Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia
The Jefferson Hotel
Richmond Marriott
Hilton Richmond Downtown
Linden Row Inn
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Maggie L Walker National Historic Site
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Institute for Contemporary Art at VCU
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(804) 780-9093
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