African American Civil War Memorial and Museum

The African American Civil War Memorial and Museum is a museum and memorial located in Washington D.C. dedicated to preserving and interpreting the history of the African American soldiers and sailors who served in the Union Army during the American Civil War. The museum was opened in 1999, and it is located in the historic U Street neighborhood, which was once a center of African American culture and commerce in the city. The museum offers exhibits, educational programs, and research services that highlight the contributions of African American soldiers and sailors during the Civil War. The museum also includes a memorial that honors the 209,145 African American soldiers and sailors who served during the Civil War. The museum's mission is to educate the public about the contributions of these soldiers and sailors and to preserve the legacy of their service for future generations.