Smithsonian's NMAAHC Opens September 24, 2021
The Smithsonian's National Museum of African-American History and Culture (NMAAHC) is set to open to the public on September 24, 2021. This significant event marks the culmination of a long journey that began with a proposal by Rep. Leonidas C. Dyer in 1916. The museum, designed by architect David Adjaye, is a striking addition to the National Mall and a testament to African-American history and culture.
The idea for the NMAAHC was first proposed by Rep. Leonidas C. Dyer in 1916 as a monument to African-American soldiers. This evolved into the concept of a museum dedicated to African-American history and culture. In 1988, Rep. John Lewis introduced a bill calling for such a museum, which was reintroduced annually until it was signed into law by President Bush in 2003.
The NMAAHC building, enveloped in a bronze cast-aluminum lattice, is inspired by West African Yoruban art and 19th-century slave-made ironwork. It serves as both a practical sunshade and a nod to the museum's heritage. The building's narrative is intrinsically linked to its architecture, according to Steven Davis of Davis Brody Bond, the architecture firm that helped design it. About 60 percent of the building is below ground, a choice made for both form and function.
The NMAAHC project broke ground in 2012 with an initial scheduled opening in 2015. It opened in 2021, with significant private contributions aiding its completion.
The opening of the NMAAHC is a historic moment, not just for African-American history, but for American history as a whole. The museum's unique architecture and design, inspired by African heritage and American history, make it a major attraction even before visitors step inside. With tickets for the opening weekend in high demand, the NMAAHC promises to be a significant addition to the cultural landscape of Washington D.C. and the United States.
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