What does AFRICAN BURIAL GROUND INTERNATIONAL MEMORIAL MUSEUM AND of African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Study Act do?

This section directs the Secretary to conduct a study assessing the suitability and feasibility of establishing the "African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center" at the National Monument. The study aims to evaluate the potential of the museum to serve as a memorial to enslaved Africans and explore the institution of slavery. The study will analyze the availability of collections representing African cultural traditions, DNA samples, and the potential for collaboration with various entities, including the National Museum of African American History and Culture. The study must determine if the museum would provide opportunities to understand the international slave trade and honor the history of all people in the United States. The study requires analysis of financial plans, stakeholder involvement, and potential management entities for the museum. The study will also assess public support for the proposed location, either at 22 Reade Street or within the National Monument. The Secretary is required to submit a report to Congress within three years of funding availability, detailing the study's results, including costs and recommendations.

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African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Study Act

Q: What does Preamble of African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Study Act do?

This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a study. The study will assess the suitability and feasibility of establishing the African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center. The proposed museum and educational center would be located at the African Burial Ground National Monument.

Q: What does SHORT TITLE. of African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Study Act do?

This bill is formally titled the African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Study Act.

Q: What does DEFINITIONS. of African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center Study Act do?

This section defines terms used within the Act. “Museum” is defined as the African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center. “National Monument” refers to the African Burial Ground National Monument in New York City. “Secretary” means the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Director of the National Park Service. “State” is defined as the State of New York.

Last updated: 12/9/2025 · Introduced: 2/25/2025

Author: Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY)

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This bill directs the Secretary of the Interior to study the feasibility of establishing the African Burial Ground International Memorial Museum and Educational Center at the African Burial Ground National Monument.
The study will evaluate the museum's potential to memorialize enslaved Africans, explore the history of slavery, and provide opportunities to understand the international slave trade.
The Secretary must submit a report to Congress within three years detailing the study's findings, costs, and recommendations regarding the museum's establishment.

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