A People’s Journey, A Nation’s Story
Welcome to the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History & Culture
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Open daily 10:00 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., except December 25
From Here and From There: Exploring Elizabeth Catlett’s African American and Mexican Duality
Elizabeth Catlett (1915–2012) was exiled from the United States due to the political themes she explored in her art. Her legacy is one of cultural belonging and activism that provokes conversations about the role of art among continental American neighbors: the U.S. and Mexico.
A Closer Look
Watch the installation of three sculptures created by acclaimed artist Elizabeth Catlett on long-term display as visitors enter the museum through Heritage Hall.
By marshalling the latest technology and harnessing the scholarly and educational experience of the museum’s teams, the Searchable Museum tells the complex story of our nation’s history in ways only the NMAAHC can. KEVIN YOUNG Andrew W. Mellon Director, NMAAHC
