On September 24, 2016, the Smithsonian Institution will cut the red ribbon to its 19th museum. Taking the last vacant site on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., The National Museum of African American History and Culture houses over 36,000 artifacts telling stories about how African Americans contributed to the foundation of today’s society. We are deeply honored to be a part of this momentous occasion and this important landmark.
Lead designer David Adjaye and lead architect Philip Freelon designed the building by drawing inspiration from cultures such as the Greco-Romans and Africans. The well-recognized, bronze-colored lattice wraps the entire building but also allows natural sunlight to brighten the interior. Adjaye’s exterior design choice was just one factor that helped the building become the first among the Smithsonian museums to earn LEED® Gold certification. The building contains other systems contributing LEED points, including solar hot water panels on the roof, a geothermal groundwater system and our CITY MULTI® Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) zoning system.
To experience this historic opening and learn about history in a comfortable environment, check out the museum’s website to reserve free passes.
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