The National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) is a Smithsonian Institution museum located in Washington, D.C. It is the only national museum dedicated solely to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture.

The idea for the museum was first proposed in 1915 by African American Civil War veterans, but it was not until 2003 that Congress passed legislation to establish it. The NMAAHC officially opened to the public on September 24, 2016, after years of planning and construction.

The museum's exhibits cover a wide range of topics, including slavery and its legacy, the Jim Crow era, the Civil Rights Movement, African American contributions to the arts, sciences, and other fields, and contemporary African American culture. It houses over 40,000 artifacts, documents, and multimedia pieces that help tell the story of African Americans in the United States.

The NMAAHC has become a popular destination for visitors from around the world, attracting millions of people each year. It serves as a valuable resource for education, research, and reflection on the history and experiences of African Americans.