Places to Celebrate Black History MonthVisit these destinations across the United States, museums, memorials, black-owned restaurants and businesses, to celebrate Black History Month across the U.S. AuthorsSteller
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Washington, D.C.

National Museum of African American History and Culture
Advanced reservations are not required but are encouraged.
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Georgia Brown's
This spot is a taste of Southern soul food in the heart of Washington D.C. Classics such as fried green tomatoes, shrimp and grits, and fried chicken are on the menu. They even have live jazz bands come to play!
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Charleston, SC

International African American Museum
This museum tells the stories of Africans’ forced migration into South Carolina, and the greater U.S. Steeped in history, from its exhibits to its very location, the museum is located on a port where an estimated 40% of enslaved Africans first set foot in the U.S.
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Hannibal's Kitchen
Taste the soul of Charleston at this black-owned, absolute establishment. Give the turkey wings, pork chops, and fried liver a try, paired with their classic mac and collard greens of course. Stop into the Charleston Market while you are here too.
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Montgomery, AL

Civil Rights Memorial Center
Created by Vietnam Veterans Memorial designer Maya Lin, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s quote, "We will not be satisfied until justice rolls down like waters and righteousness like a mighty stream," is inscribed on the granite wall. It is a place to remember the Civil Rights Movement, honor those killed, and reflect on how far our country still has to go for true equality.
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Alabama State Capitol
Take a trip to the steps of the Capitol, where Martin Luther King spoke to 25,000+ supporters after marching from Selma, Alabama, for voting rights.
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Rosa Parks Museum
Focused on the 1955 Montgomery bus boycott, this museum has artifacts and exhibitions that explore the events of the Movement.
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The Legacy Museum
This Montgomery museum displays the history of slavery and racism in America from its origins to today, including its continued impacts. The museum offers free shuttles to take visitors to all three sites: the sculpture park and the national memorial as well.
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The National Memorial for Peace and Justice
This memorial is the first national memorial honoring victims of lynching in the U.S. The memorial structure suspends eight hundred Corten steel monuments to represent the counties where racial terror lynchings took place, each engraved with the names of its victims.
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Freedom Monument Sculpture Park (part of Legacy Museum)
Overlooking the Alabama River, this park honors the lives of 10 million+ Black Americans who were enslaved, yet persevered with courage and resilience. You can take a boat ride or explore the park on foot, visiting different works of art and historic sites.
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Tulsa, OK

Greenwood Rising Black Wall St. History Center
This history center tells the story of Tulsa’s prosperous Black Wall Street business district, as well as the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. It proves the strength, resilience, and ability of the Black community to overcome and fight against systemic oppression.
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Black Wall Street Liquid Lounge
Visit this local café owned by, Kode Ransom, who has lived in Tulsa for three generations and even survived the massacre. They also offer local history tours!
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Nashville, TN

National Museum of African American Music
Visit this museum to see how African Americans have shaped the evolution and music scene in the U.S. The museum gives visitors a curated playlist to take home at the end of their visit!
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Prince's Hot Chicken Shack South
Owned and operated by Andre Prince Jeffries, this spot is a Nashville staple. It is known as the gold standard for hot chicken.
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Memphis, TN

Mason Temple: Church of God in Christ World Headquarters
This is the site where MLK Jr. gave his famed “I’ve Been to the Mountaintop” speech the day before he was assassinated.
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Beale Street Tap Room
Stop into this Black-owned microbrewery on Beale Street for some sips!
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Dr. Bean's Coffee & Tea Emporium
Prefer a cup of coffee, this café is a great alternative to the tap room.
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New York

Apollo Theater
Throughout its history, this theater has been an institution in the Black community since 1934. It played an important role in the "chitlin circuit," catering to African American audiences, hosted performances by many famous Black artists, including Ella Fitzgerald, James Brown, and Billie Holiday, and was used as a venue for civil rights leaders.
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Minton's Playhouse
Visit the famous birthplace of bebop, a style of jazz characterized by fast tempos, complex chords, and improvisation.
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Langston Hughes House
Step into the legacy of one of America's most celebrated poets, Langston Hughes. Nestled in the heart of Harlem, this historic residence is more than just a museum—it's a vibrant gathering place that brings together artists, scholars, and the community.
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Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture - New York Public Library
This research library serves as an archive repository for information on people of African descent worldwide. Go in and explore their collections.
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Harlem Hops
Head into this Black-owned bar that specializes in a wide variety of craft beers.
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Chicago, IL

Chicago History Museum
Home to one of the largest archival photo collections in the U.S., check out images focused on Black history in Chicago.
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Monument To The Great Northern Migration
Visit this bronze statue of a traveler waving at his new home on the South Side which pays homage to those moving North.
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The Great Migration mural
This mural depicts the mass migration of African-Americans from the South to Chicago, in the North, and more specifically to the Grand Douglas Boulevard area.
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