The Legacy Museum is a visually impactful and immersive experience that takes visitors on a profound journey through the depths of American history, exploring topics from the transatlantic slave trade to the racial inequalities that society still experiences today.
Located in Montgomery, Alabama, the self-guided tour through the Legacy Museum is an indoor experience built on a site where a former cotton warehouse once stood. Since its opening in 2018, the museum has expanded into a 44,000-square-foot space that sparks a sea of thought-provoking emotions through its heartfelt storytelling, larger-than-life structures and interactive exhibits.
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