Black History Month in D.C.
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Some events and exhibits in the nation’s capital this month. All run throughout February, except where noted, and are free or $10 and under.
“Super Stars: The Navy’s Black Admirals.” Photos and documents.
Naval Heritage Center
Telephone (202) 737-2300
“Classic Black.” Rare photos of African American classical ballet dancers.
Anacostia Museum (Smithsonian)
Tel. (202) 357-2700
“Speak to My Heart: Communities of Faith and Contemporary African American Life.” Documents, photos, music explore role of black churches.
Arts & Industries Building (Smithsoniat)
Tel. (202) 357-2700
“Paul Robeson: Artist and Citizen.” More than 150 paintings, photos, writings, other memorabilia.
National Portrait Gallery (Smithsonian)
Tel. (202) 357-2700
“To Cure and Protect: Sickness and Health in African Art.” Exhibit on social, spiritual, physical factors of health as depicted in sub-Saharan cultures. Opens Feb. 18.
National Museum of Health and Medicine
Tel. (202) 782-2200
“The Color of Justice.” A play for children about Thurgood Marshall’s struggle against school segregation. Feb. 19, 20.
Kennedy Center
Tel. (800) 444-1324
Frederick Douglass Tour. Visits home of ex-slave who became statesman. Feb. 13, 20, 27.
Tourmobile Sightseeing
Tel. (202) 488-5218
Source: Washington, D.C. Convention and Visitors Assn.
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