Since opening its doors the African American Civil War Museum has grown as an institution dedicated to sharing the stories of the United States Colored Troops with the Washington DC Metropolitan community and people from all over the world. Today, the Museum continues to educate and inspire through programs, lectures, demonstrations and a unique exhibit depicting the story of African Americans in the Civil War.

Your contributions support the educational, research and preservation efforts of this 501 (c)(3) non-profit. There are several ways to support the museum; by donating, volunteering, joining FREED or the 1st USCT.

The African American Civil War Museum is a member of the United Way National Capital Region and our number is 9506.  Also designate number 44509 to give to the museum through the Combined Federal Campaign.

Institute of Museum and Library Services 2011 Grant for African American History and Culture

African American Civil War Memorial Freedom Foundation and Museum - Washington, DC
Award Amount: $121,050

The African American Civil War Memorial Freedom Foundation and Museum will use its grant to tell a more complete story of the more than 200,000 members of the Union Army's United States Colored Troops (USCT) regiments. It will use geographic information system (GIS) technology to survey and map relevant African American historical sites and provide training to volunteers and docents. Intensive training by experts in GIS mapping, archaeology, museum studies, and African American history will enable five staff members to become proficient in the technology. Training sessions for 30 docents will focus on best practices in museum interpretation and African American Civil War soldier history. The GIS data and site information will be available and accessible to the public through enhanced interpretation and through the museum's Web site.