The Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum commemorates 50 years of service (1967–2017) to communities in the Washington, D.C., area with a yearlong celebration “Your Community. Your Story." The museum renews its mission to convene conversations about community life in a contemporary society, with timely topics like politics, economic livelihood, urban ecology, religion, immigration, and cultural and spiritual fulfillment. Through exhibitions and programming, it continues to inspire civic engagement, promote mutual understanding, and strengthen community bonds.
Anacostia Community Museum 50th Anniversary
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Countdown to Opening of the Anacostia Neighborhood Museum
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World War I Army Hat
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Pinback Button, "I Live in Anacostia By Choice"
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Yoruba Nigerian Chief's cap / kufi (goes with robe and pants)
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Carver Theater, First Home of the ANM
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John R. Kinard, Director, Anacostia Neighborhood Museum
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Opening Anacostia Neighborhood Museum
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Anacostia in “A Right to the City” Exhibition at the Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum
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Director John R. Kinard in front of Anacostia Neighborhood Museum
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Opening of Anacostia Neighborhood Museum
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Anacostia Historical Society Members
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Fighter Plane on Exhibit at Opening of ANM
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Couple Enjoys "Black Wings" exhibit, Anacostia Museum
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Black Felt Women's Hat
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Brookland in “A Right to the City” Exhibition at the Smithsonian Anacostia Community Museum
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Exhibit "The Rat: Man's Invited Affliction"
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S. Dillon Ripley & "Uncle Beazley"
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Youth Classes at ANM
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Wedding Ceremony Performed at Anacostia
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Employees whose artwork was shown at ANM
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Sweetgrass woven hat
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Hat Worn By Ethel L. Payne
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Children at Anacostia Neighborhood Museum
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ANM Exhibits Center