Anacostia Community Museum

The Anacostia Community Museum, established by the Smithsonian in 1967, focuses on the history and culture of African American urban communities, particularly Anacostia and the Washington, D.C. region. It conducts community-based research, exhibitions, and public programs addressing social, cultural, and environmental issues affecting local neighborhoods. The museum maintains collections, oral histories, and archives documenting local community life and grassroots activism. It operates as part of the Smithsonian Institution and partners with local organizations for outreach and educational initiatives.