National Museum of African American History and Culture Act of 2001

This bill proposes the creation of the National Museum of African American History and Culture as a permanent part of the Smithsonian Institution in Washington, D.C. The museum would serve as a national center for education and scholarship, housing exhibits and historical artifacts that document African American life, art, and history from the era of slavery through the civil rights movement and into the present day.

For the public, this legislation would provide a dedicated national space to learn about the African American experience through public programs, museum training, and historical collections. It also authorizes the renovation of the existing Arts and Industries Building on the National Mall to serve as the museum's home and establishes a specialized council to oversee its development and management.