It’s been 10 years since the tragedy at Mother Emanuel AME Church on June 17, 2015. Today, we honor the #Emanuel9.

Let us remember the Emanuel 9, who are featured in our American Journeys Gallery, and continue to reflect on the lessons of unity, faith, and the ongoing pursuit of a more just world.

Our retail store is now available ONLINE!

We have launched a beautiful IAAM Branded Collection featuring a crewneck, T-shirts, IAAM tumblers, a reversible bucket hat, and many more products to choose from.

Link to our store: www.shop.iaamuseum.org

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Join IAAM at the historic Mother Emanuel AME Church on Sunday, Feb. 16 for a powerful evening celebrating the rich heritage & enduring legacy of African Am culture. Our “Awakening of the Ancestors Through Music” Program will feature the Fisk Jubilee Singers!

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IAAM will be open on Presidents’ Day, Monday, February 17th, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with last entry time at 4:00 PM.

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The International African American Museum is pleased to announce the appointment of 5 esteemed leaders to its Board of Directors, effective January 2025: Justice Donald Beatty, Mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms, Mr. Dale Strange, Mr. Jim O. Stuckey, Dr. Nika White:

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We hope to see you today! The International African American Museum is open from 10AM-5PM.

Advance timed tickets are required for all visitors. Please select your desired date and time of visit here:
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🚨The International African American Museum is closed TODAY, January 24, 2025 due to inclement weather.🚨

Please check our website and social media channels for updates regarding any changes to the hours of operation.

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Grab your copy of the newly released book: ‘The African Ancestors Garden: History and Memory at the International African American Museum’ by Walter Hood. Can't make it to the museum? Get your perfect gift online on Phaidon.com today! #NewBookAlert #explorecharleston

"Nikki Giovanni will be remembered as a national treasure. Blessed w/ a gift for words & wisdom, she used her genius to create the kind of poetry & unapologetic conversation that celebrated every day Black life, Black struggle, & Black joy."
- CEO Dr. Tonya M. Matthews in memory of Nikki Giovanni

This past week, our CEO Dr. Tonya M. Matthews joined a delegation & President Biden to the capital of Angola. She spoke on a panel to the American Chamber of Commerce about the necessity of cultural institutions that help to build sustainable communities w/ cultural heritage tourism.

Discover the rich legacy of health & wellness in African American & African Diasporic communities through an interactive workshop w/ Chef Wibi Ashley. Explore the importance of healthy eating w/ a focus on Charleston’s & West Africa’s plant-based traditions.

Register today! #linkinbio