Museums are travelers ‘ windows into the history, culture and art of a particular place. They offer a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the local heritage and gain a deeper understanding of the people who have shaped it over time. Whether it’s exploring ancient artifacts, admiring masterpieces by renowned artists or learning about significant… Continue reading Museums Around The World You Should Check Out
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Beyond the Louvre: Museums Every Tourist Should Visit in Paris
As the sun-drenched streets of Paris continue to beckon visitors from around the world, it’s no secret that the City of Light boasts many cultural treasures beyond the famed Louvre. While the Louvre is undeniably a must-see, Paris houses a diverse array of museums that offer equally enriching and captivating experiences. These lesser-known museums invite… Continue reading Beyond the Louvre: Museums Every Tourist Should Visit in Paris
L.A. Summer Guide: Check Out These Black Art Spaces, Galleries, And Museums
Los Angeles has been a haven for creatives of all stripes, and not just in Hollywood. If you’re going to be in town at some point this summer, consider visiting galleries, museums, and spaces showcasing Black art or Black figures. Let’s be honest, the art world could do with some diversity. One study revealed that… Continue reading L.A. Summer Guide: Check Out These Black Art Spaces, Galleries, And Museums
Exploring the Vibrant and Diverse Art Scene in Dallas
The Dallas art scene is a thriving and diverse community that offers a wide range of artistic experiences for locals and visitors alike. With a variety of museums, galleries, and public art installations, Dallas is a hub for contemporary art and culture in the Southern United States. From the Dallas Museum of Art and the… Continue reading Exploring the Vibrant and Diverse Art Scene in Dallas
Step Into Miami’s Artistic Heart: Top Museums That Showcase the Vibrant Creative Spirit
Miami is often considered a destination for those to soak up the sun on the beach and enjoy vibrant nightlife. Beyond the party scene, Miami has a rich art and cultural landscape that should not be overlooked. One of the best ways to experience the city’s culture and history is by visiting its museums. All year… Continue reading Step Into Miami’s Artistic Heart: Top Museums That Showcase the Vibrant Creative Spirit
Heading To Washington, D.C.? Check Out This Black Feminist Exhibit
Now that spring is here, it’s a good time to visit Washington D.C. The nation’s capital is full of fantastic museums and cultural centers. If your schedule permits, visit We Who Believe In Freedom: Black Feminist D.C. This special exhibition was designed by The National Women’s History Museum (NWHM). It debuted on March 30 and… Continue reading Heading To Washington, D.C.? Check Out This Black Feminist Exhibit
NYC Holds Exhibition Highlighting Modern African Fashion
In June, the Brooklyn Museum will host Africa Fashion, the largest exhibition of its kind in North America. The exhibition will celebrate the creativity of African fashion from the beginning of the independence era to the present day. With over 180 works, Africa Fashion will also show how prominent mid-20th-century designers and artists laid the… Continue reading NYC Holds Exhibition Highlighting Modern African Fashion
‘Afro-Atlantic Histories’ Exhibit Launches At Los Angeles County Museum Of Art
For LA-based culture lovers and those traveling to the City of Angels, The Los Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA) just debuted a new exhibit worth a visit. Afro-Atlantic Histories is an exhibition charting the transatlantic slave trade and its legacies in the African diaspora. Afro-Atlantic Histories features works produced in Africa, Europe, and the… Continue reading ‘Afro-Atlantic Histories’ Exhibit Launches At Los Angeles County Museum Of Art
London’s Wellcome Collection Closes Its Racist, Sexist And Ableist Exhibition
After 15 years of opening to the public in London, the Wellcome Collection Museum board announced the closing of one of its main exhibitions. The reason: the exhibition is “racist, sexist and ableist theories and language”. Called the Medicine Man, the exhibition is a collection of more than a million objects. It intended to give… Continue reading London’s Wellcome Collection Closes Its Racist, Sexist And Ableist Exhibition
Afrofuturism Exhibition To Open At Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture In March 2023
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) will debut a thought-provoking exhibition titled Afrofuturism: A History of Black Futures. Beginning March 24, 2023, the NMAAHC exhibit will explore Afrofuturist expression through art, music, activism, and more. The exhibition explores and reveals Afrofuturism’s historic and poignant engagement with African American history and… Continue reading Afrofuturism Exhibition To Open At Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture In March 2023
Black Panther In London: Science Museum Will Exhibit A Reconstructed Film Set Of Marvel’s Blockbuster
Fans of Marvel’s Black Panther film now have another reason to visit London. Marvel Studios is teaming up with the Science Museum to exhibit a gallery based on one of the main characters of the blockbuster film: Shuri. The princess of Wakanda, Shuri is the daughter of T’Chaka and Ramonda and the sister of T’Challa, the… Continue reading Black Panther In London: Science Museum Will Exhibit A Reconstructed Film Set Of Marvel’s Blockbuster
Black Pharaohs: Louvre Museum Explores The History of Kushite Reign In Ancient Egypt
If you are in Paris or planning to visit the City of Light this summer, the Louvre Museum is giving its visitors an opportunity to immerse in of the most amazing chapters of Ancient Black History in Africa. Named Pharaoh Of The Two Lands – The African Story of the Kings of Napata, the exhibition… Continue reading Black Pharaohs: Louvre Museum Explores The History of Kushite Reign In Ancient Egypt
Smithsonian’s American Latino Museum Will Open Its First Gallery Dedicated To The Latino Experience
The National Museum of the American Latino will debut its inaugural gallery in the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History on June 18. The new American Latino museum likely won’t open in its own building for at least another 10 years, but the Smithsonian will roll out exhibits until the museum finds its permanent location.… Continue reading Smithsonian’s American Latino Museum Will Open Its First Gallery Dedicated To The Latino Experience
Ghana’s Pan African Heritage Museum Launches Its Virtual Version
As Travel Noire previously reported in February, Ghana will host the Pan African Heritage Museum. Scheduled to open in August 2023, the museum, the first of its kind in the world, will house archives, exhibits, galleries, and a theater, with the aim of being a key destination for visitors interested in connecting with Africa’s history… Continue reading Ghana’s Pan African Heritage Museum Launches Its Virtual Version
Get A Deeper Look Into Rosa Parks’ Life At This New D.C. Exhibit
Activist, icon, Civil Rights leader. These are just a few of the titles that the late Rosa Parks was known as. Now, you can get a closer look into her life thanks to a new exhibit at the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. Rosa Parks: In Her Own Words opened this past Thursday and… Continue reading Get A Deeper Look Into Rosa Parks’ Life At This New D.C. Exhibit