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14 Celebrities Who Couldn't Miss The National Museum Of African American History And Culture Opening

Saturday marked the official opening of the Smithsonian's National Museum of African American History & Culture. To celebrate the monumental event, celebrities across the board attended the opening as guests, speakers and entertainers. From Oprah Winfrey to Jesse Williams, here's a look at some of the celebrities who celebrated this moment in time.
By Amber McKynzie ·
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Ava DuVernay and All Her Friends

What a time to be alive!

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Jesse Williams

Commemorating change.

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Lupita Nyong’o, David Oyelowo and Tendo Nagenda

The Queen of Katwe reigns honoring African American culture.

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Quincy Jones and Chris Tucker

Generations of Black history coming together for more.

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Oprah Winfrey and All Her Friends

Celebrating history with her #squad.

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Patti Labelle

A night out at the National Museum of African American History & Culture.

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Flavor Flav

Flavor Flav and Public Enemy rapped for social justice in the ’90s and they’re doing it again, now!

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Robert Glasper

Celebrating history!

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Janelle Monae

Rocking a little Black Girl Magic!

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Sarah Jakes Roberts

T.D. Jakes’ daughter celebrating a historic moment.

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Anegla Bassett and Robert DeNiro

An inspiring speech by two Hollywood greats!

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Michelle Obama and George W. Bush

“The story that is told here doesn’t just belong to black Americans, it belongs to all Americans.” – President Obama

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Stevie Wonder

A legendary musician playing at an iconic event – it just doesn’t get any better. 

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Tina and Goo Goo Campbell
History is always a family affair.
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