February 20, 2025
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Inaugural DuSable Museum Day Weekend Honoring Black History and Culture
The DuSable Black History Museum and Education Center, founded in 1961 by Dr. Margaret T. Burroughs, stands as one of the nation’s first independent museums dedicated to preserving and celebrating Black history, culture and art. Named after Jean Baptiste Point DuSable, Chicago’s first non-Indigenous settler, the Museum has been a beacon of education and inspiration for generations. From its humble beginnings in Dr. Burroughs’ home to its status as a Smithsonian-affiliated institution, the DuSable Museum remains a cornerstone of historical preservation and cultural empowerment.