National Museum of African Art

National Museum of African Art Review

This unique underground building houses stunning galleries, a library, photographic archives, and educational facilities. Rotating exhibits present African visual arts, including sculpture, textiles, photography, archaeology, and modern art. Long-term installations explore the sculpture of sub-Saharan Africa, the art of Benin, the pottery of Central Africa, the archaeology of the ancient Nubian city of Kerma, and the artistry of everyday objects. The museum's educational programs for both children and adults include films with contemporary perspectives on African life, storytelling programs, festivals, and hands-on workshops, such as traditional basket-weaving, that bring Africa's oral traditions, literature, and art to life. Workshops and demonstrations by African and African-American artists offer a chance to meet and talk to practicing artists. The well-stocked museum shop sells collectibles, pottery, art, jewelry, books and maps.