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Alexandria Black History Museum

A museum exhibit features panels and framed photos on walls, with one central display titled African American Historic Sites. The room is well-lit with spotlights and has a modern, organized layout.

A red brick building with white columns at the entrance, displaying a banner above the door. A sign on the right reads “Alexandria Black History Museum.” Shrubs line the walkway to the entrance.

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Originally the segregated library for Alexandria’s African American residents, the museum documents the local and national history, culture and contributions of Black America.