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Harriet Tubman, who escaped enslavement and helped more than 70 others out of bondage via the Underground Railroad, also was instrumental in the success of what was possibly the largest rebellion of enslaved people in U.S. history. Read More

MONTGOMERY, Ala. ‒ From a wooden bench at the edge of the Freedom Monument Sculpture Park, visitors can see the Alabama River where enslaved Africans were transported and sold into a life of forced labor. From the wide windows on the second floor of the International African American Museum in Charleston, South Carolina, visitors can …

Several museums that focus on the African American experience and history have opened in the past six years with many opening in the last four years. “We all came out of the community in which we serve,’’ said Vedet Coleman-Robinson, executive director of the Association of African American Museums. “People are really thirsty for that …

Follow the North Star explores the African American journey Charleston, S.C. – The International African American Museum (IAAM) will host the world premier of a special exhibition highlighting the African American search for freedom and self-determination. Entitled Follow the North Star: Freedom in the Age of Mobility, it is the first to be curated and …

In April, the International African American Museum (IAAM) will launch its summer “Keys & Conversations” programming, beginning with a West African drumming experience presented by the Amen-Ra Drummers. Scheduled from 4 pm to 5 pm on Saturday, April 6th, brothers Marwan Amen-Ra and Chi Amen-Ra will join IAAM for a performance and conversation on West …

West African drummers set to perform at the International African American Museum Charleston, S.C. – In April, the International African American Museum will launch its summer Keys & Conversations programming, beginning with a West African drumming experience presented by the Amen-Ra Drummers. Scheduled from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 6, brothers Marwan Amen-Ra …

Southern Living readers voted Charleston No. 1 in the annual South’s Best awards. The awards showcase readers’ favorite destinations and experiences. Southern Living added, “The Holy City’s gorgeous architecture, picturesque streets, and welcoming Lowcountry spirit continue to impress year after year…we love every last detail that makes Charleston the shining star it is.” Read More

For the eighth year running, the readers of Southern Living ranked the Charleston region No. 1 in its annual South’s Best awards. The awards recognize readers’ favorite destinations and experiences, covering everything from cities and small towns to restaurants and hotels. Read More

The Charleston museum aims to tell the full story of the African American experience and to help visitors trace their ancestors’ footsteps. Read More

Conversation part of Women’s History Month In honor of Women’s History Month, the International African American Museum will host a conversation with award-winning filmmaker Julie Dash on Thursday, March 21 from 6-8 p.m. The program and a following reception will take place at IAAM in Charleston (14 Wharfside St.). Read More