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Walker County African American Museum, LaFayette, GA

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Walker County African American Museum

A LaFayette, Georgia museum run by the Walker County African American Historical and Alumni Association, with a multicultural center.

309 N Main St, LaFayette, GA 30728 · LaFayette, GA

About Walker County African American Museum

The museum sits on North Main Street in LaFayette and is operated by the Walker County African American Historical and Alumni Association, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. It opened in late 2022 and presents local African American history as part of the broader story of the whole county. Visitors can call ahead for opening hours. The association also accepts donations by mail at its Chickamauga post office box.

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