National Museum of African American History and Culture Names Military History Gallery in Honor of Gen. Colin Powell
The Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC) celebrates the life and contributions of the late Gen. Colin Powell (1937–2021) with a dedication ceremony naming its military gallery the “General Colin L. Powell Gallery” on Sept. 22. The change reflects Powell’s long-standing support for the museum and his lifelong service to the country. Powell’s story is also featured in the museum gallery alongside several objects he donated to the museum’s collection, including two military uniforms . “A trailblazer, a true leader and a tireless advocate for the museum, General Powell’s legacy lives on through the millions of visitors who walk through the museum’s doors,” said Kevin Young, the Andrew W. Mellon Director of the Smithsonian’s National Museum of African American History and Culture. “Colin Powell’s story is woven into our nation’s history.” The military gallery, which includes more than 170 objects, conveys a sense of appreciation and respect fo...