African American Women's Museum of Art & History African American Womens Museum of Arts and History About Us The AfricanAmerican Womens Museum was founded out of a desire to share stories of trailblazing women with a focus on Women of Petersburg Virginia and the nations. Our aim is to provide a place for the community to learn about AfricanAmerican womens history which will include pre and postcivil war accounts. The museum will explore themes such as survival and separation of the family the cultural evolution of hair styles clothing the interdependence of educational institutions dedicated to African American intellectual achievement and the formation of sororities civic organizations that supported and created bonds for the uplift of a culture and encourage of community involvement. Mission To provide an opportunity for the community to learn about AfricanAmerican women who transformed lives through small and large contributions that have made a significant impact in their communities.