May 9, 2017
When is a photograph more than a picture?
These stunning images are a preview of the first special exhibition at our @nmaahc​, which explores the stories behind more than 150 photographs and related objects from their collection.
The images, by established and emerging photographers from the 19th century to the present, show a range of American experiences. They challenge you to look beyond the surface to consider their significance in history, their cultural meaning, and your own perspective.
Read about “More Than a Picture: Selections From the Photography Collection at the National Museum of African American History and Culture.”
