National African American Museum Opened With Artifacts From Homes

The transcript discusses the journey of building a museum, starting with the 2016 ceremony. It covers the challenges of raising $620 million, half from the federal government and half from private donors. The museum initially had no artifacts, but through innovative methods like a nationwide search inspired by Antiques Roadshow, over 40,000 artifacts were collected. The museum has become a popular site, attracting over 7.5 million visitors, necessitating a ticket system due to high demand.

What was the total cost to build the museum?

• $700 million

• $620 million

• $550 million

• $450 million

How did the museum initially plan to acquire artifacts?

• By borrowing from private collectors

• By organizing a program inspired by the Antique Roadshow

• By purchasing them from other museums

• By creating replicas

What percentage of the collected artifacts came from private homes?

• 90%

• 75%

• 60%

• 50%

How many people had visited the museum by the time of the interview?

• Over six million

• Over five million

• Over seven and a half million

• Over eight million

Why did the museum require tickets for entry?

• To generate additional revenue

• To ensure security

• To control the number of visitors due to high demand

• To offer guided tours