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How does history move you? Introducing: History Moves Us Forward! I'm proud to be a part of the National Civil Rights Museum;s next chapter, inspired by MLK's timeless words: "If you can't fly, then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do, you have to keep moving forward." History moves me forward by igniting a fire within me to stand up for what's right, even when it's hard. But this isn't just about us—we're proud to include everyone in this journey. Calling all history enthusiasts, activists, educators, journalists—your stories matter. Share your experiences using #HistoryMovesUsForward and tag National Civil Rights Museum. Let's shape the future together. This video is just a snippet! To see the full version, run—don't walk—to the National Civil Rights Museum page! #HistoryMovesUsForward #NCRM

#ListeningSession 6 - GCF’s President and CEO, Matthew Randazzo and Chief Impact Officer, Rasheda Malcolm-Cromwell hosted an open forum with organizations in the arts and culture sector that enrich our region through creative endeavors, employment and arts education. During the conversation, attendees expressed a clear need for more funding and support for staffing and operations. Additional takeaways include a desire for more artists to be at the decision-making table, better access to boardrooms and private sector spaces, and greater recognition of the positive effects the arts have on our regional economy. How do you think we can best serve our region’s artists and cultural institutions? What opportunities do the arts bring to the region and how can we ensure these opportunities persist?

Today begins Women’s History Month! Consider becoming a charter member of the Smithsonian American Women’s History Museum. Coming March 8: the "first digital exhibition, 'Becoming Visible: Bringing American Women’s History Into Focus,' will introduce you to our work expanding the story of America, by confronting how women’s histories have been recorded and remembered, lost and recovered." https://lnkd.in/gFeYHEMM

In the spirit of “sharpening the saw”, I participated in a Design Thinking DC field session for the National Museum of American History this week. Question: How might we create a more inviting and engaging Constitution Ave entrance? So great to flex my DT muscles IRL with creative designers! #designthinking #smithsonian #creativity #brainstorming #prototyping

It is now even more imperative that museums and cultural institutions understand their position in civic engagement and social impact. Celebrate #Juneteenth by reflecting and learning in what ways you can honor and celebrate African American resilience and achievement.

Decolonization within the global museum, memory, and heritage field is more than just a concept—it's a call to action. It compels us all to collectively acknowledge the wrongs of the past and present, and to work equitably with impacted communities to correct them through meaningful, reparative actions. At Sites of Conscience, we believe dismantling systemic inequities and deconstructing dominant narratives and practices that have historically marginalized communities is crucial. True change happens when these communities are empowered as co-drivers of the process, ensuring equitable representations, countering discrimination, and fostering truth. By shifting power and grounding museum, memory, and heritage institutions in the cultural landscapes they serve, we can cultivate true inclusivity and justice. Let's commit to this ongoing process and work collectively with the communities impacted to right the wrongs of the past. #Decolonization #Museums #SitesOfConscience #Justice #CulturalHeritage

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The National Museum of African American History and Culture is the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. It was established by an Act of Congress in 2003, following decades of efforts to promote and highlight the contributions of African Americans. To date, the Museum has collected more than 40,000 artifacts and nearly 100,000 individuals have become members. The Museum opened to the public on September 24, 2016, as the 19th museum of the Smithsonian Institution. There are four pillars upon which the NMAAHC stands: It provides an opportunity for those who are interested in African American culture to explore and revel in this history through interactive exhibitions It helps all Americans see how their stories, their histories, and their cultures are shaped and informed by global influences It explores what it means to be an American and share how American values like resiliency, optimism, and spirituality are reflected in African American history and culture It serves as a place of collaboration that reaches beyond Washington, D.C. to engage new audiences and to work with the myriad of museums and educational institutions that have explored and preserved this important history well before this museum was created. The NMAAHC is a public institution open to all, where anyone is welcome to participate, collaborate, and learn more about African American history and culture. In the words of Lonnie G. Bunch III, founding director of the Museum, “there are few things as powerful and as important as a people, as a nation that is steeped in its history.” This Museum will tell the American story through the lens of African American history and culture. This is America’s Story and this museum is for all Americans. #HappyBlackHistoryMonth #blackHistoryFacts #CelebratingHistory #Educate #UnapologeticallyBlack #BlackHistoryIsAmericanHistory #BlackHistoryIsOurHistory #CreateAwareness DAY 7 OF 29