The African American History Museum Tells An Important Story About Illinois

There's an African-American museum in Springfield, Illinois that is exciting for all ages. Learn all about the amazing people of African descent who have contributed to our great state and the place that honors them. Scroll on for more details.

Established in 2011, the Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum aims to honor the lives of African-Americans who have lived in the Land of Lincoln.

Through story-telling, exhibits, videos, and events, the museum preserves this important side of the state's legacy and culture.

Guests will learn about civil rights leaders, political leaders, entertainers, veterans, business entrepreneurs, sports stars, immigrants, people of faith, and many more contributors to the state and nation.

Some of these people include Barack Obama, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Preston Jackson, Robert Moore, and families like the Walker Family and the Schultz Family.

Rotating exhibits come and go throughout the year at this African-American museum where all are welcome. Learn about the first African-American to live in Illinois, hear Barack Obama's speeches, and listen and read countless interviews with prominent African-American men and women.

The culture is documented from the 1800s when slavery was abolished and includes African-American involvement in the Civil War.

Additional figures you will meet include Harriet Tubman, Frederick Douglas, Sojourner Truth, and many more important people who play a part in the important story of African-Americans in Illinois.

The Springfield and Central Illinois African American History Museum is open Tuesday through Friday between 12 p.m. and 4 p.m. as well as Saturday between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m., and you can get more details on its website or Facebook page. If you've ever been to this African-American museum, we'd love to hear from you. Please share your experiences and photos with us below in the comments.

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