Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture Opening Day

Washington D.C. is the place to be this fall! September 24 is the big day for the historic opening of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History and Culture. Thirteen years in the making, the building will have five levels above ground and four more below. The 400,000-square-foot building includes exhibition space, a theater and café, staff offices and an education center. The 11 inaugural exhibitions will feature some of the 34,000 artifacts. On September 24, President Barack Obama will cut the ribbon to open the doors to the public and commence a week-long celebration. Find more info about the upcoming events here: http://nmaahc.si.edu/