Editing African American Museum (section)

== Frequently Asked Questions ==

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|q1=What is the African American Museum in Philadelphia?
|a1=AAMP is a museum dedicated to African American history, art, and culture, with emphasis on the Philadelphia region. Founded in 1976 as the first such museum built by a major American city, it holds over 750,000 objects documenting the African American experience.

|q2=What can I see at AAMP?
|a2=The core exhibition ''Audacious Freedom'' covers African American life in Philadelphia from 1776-1876, including the abolitionist movement, Underground Railroad, and community development. Changing exhibitions feature contemporary artists and thematic shows.

|q3=Is AAMP on Independence Mall?
|a3=Yes, AAMP is located on Independence Mall at 7th and Arch Streets, near the National Constitution Center and Liberty Bell Center. It can be combined with other Independence Mall sites for a full day of history.

|q4=Why is Philadelphia important to African American history?
|a4=Philadelphia was home to one of the largest free Black communities in antebellum America. It was a hub of the Underground Railroad, home to prominent abolitionists, and birthplace of major African American institutions. AAMP tells this significant regional and national story.
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