Roots 101 African American Museum

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124 N 1st St
Louisville, KY 40202

Roots 101 African American Museum in Louisville, KY, invites visitors to explore captivating exhibits and artifacts that celebrate the achievements and resilience of the African American community. Through thought-provoking narratives, guests are immersed in untold stories of pivotal moments in civil rights and contributions to various fields.

The museum's mission is to promote understanding and appreciation of African American achievements through enlightening exhibits, programs, and activities that showcase the depth and richness of their history, culture, and art. By donating, visitors can contribute to preserving these legacies and supporting the maintenance of artifacts and engaging programming.

Visitors can expect to uncover unique stories and experiences that highlight African American art, culture, and innovation. The Legacy Circle Membership offers a special opportunity to engage with the museum and community, while the event space in downtown Louisville provides a venue for various occasions. The Sankofa Players honor ancestral voices through storytelling, music, and performance, embodying the essence of "Sankofa" by drawing from the past to shape a brighter future.

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Khondker I.
5/10/2025

Extremely happy with this museum. Very informative and educational. Highly recommended for all. I hope to come back again for more time to explore.

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Jasmine A.
9/27/2024

Founded in 2020, the Roots 101 African American Museum is a a relatively new museum, and as the name suggests, it's a museum about the history and culture of African Americans. The museum is...

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Wakeelah F.
3/30/2024

Beautifully inspiring. Emotionally heavy. Scary. Thought provoking. Entertaining. So many emotions while visiting this great museum. They did an excellent job explaining how it was best to walk...

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Mine N.
6/30/2024

I think this is better than the museum in DC. And I love the AAHM in DC. Here you can actually touch the exhibits! There are some heavy ones and they can take your heart in many different...

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Maurisha G.
4/12/2025

Amazing history museum. The art and story telling is beautiful. The curator has a special talent.

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