Howard University Museum
Museum University museum housing African American art and history
Located on Howard University’s Washington campus, the Howard University Museum presents African and African diaspora art and historical collections; visitors attend rotating exhibitions, campus tours and public programs.
How to Get to Howard University Museum #
By Metro: take the Washington Metro Green Line to the Howard University station; the museum is a short walk from the campus gates. Street parking is limited; the area is well served by local bus routes.
Tips for Visiting Howard University Museum #
- Check the Howard University Art Gallery's calendar for rotating exhibitions and free public lectures-those are where the campus museum shows its strongest programming.
- Arrive via the Howard University stop on the Metro's Green Line; enter through the campus's main gates and follow signs to the gallery.
- Photography rules can be strict for some exhibits; ask staff before using flash.
Best Time to Visit Howard University Museum #
Visit during the academic year to catch lectures, student-curated shows and special events.
Weather & Climate near Howard University Museum #
Howard University Museum's climate is classified as Humid Subtropical - Humid Subtropical climate with hot summers (peaking in July) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from -4°C to 31°C. Abundant rainfall (1065 mm/year), wettest in May, distributed fairly evenly throughout the year.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 6°C and lows of -4°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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February
February is cold with highs of 8°C and lows of -2°C. Moderate rainfall (70 mm).
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March
March is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Regular rainfall (93 mm).
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April
April is cool with highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C. Regular rainfall (80 mm).
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May
May is mild with highs of 25°C and lows of 12°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (107 mm).
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June
June is mild with highs of 29°C and lows of 17°C. Regular rainfall (89 mm).
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July
July is the warmest month with highs of 31°C and lows of 20°C. Significant rainfall (103 mm).
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August
August is warm with highs of 30°C and lows of 19°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).
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September
September is mild with highs of 27°C and lows of 15°C. Regular rainfall (96 mm).
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October
October is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 8°C. Regular rainfall (84 mm).
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November
November is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 9°C and lows of -1°C. Regular rainfall (82 mm).
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