Black Archives Research Center and Museum, Tallahassee, Florida, United States of America
The Carrie Meek-James N. Eaton Sr. Southeastern Regional Black Archives Research Center and Museum were listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1978, founded in 1976. The center and museum are named after the founder and director of the same facility, Dr. James Eaton, and to the veteran Florida legislator who helped placed funds for the expansion of the facility, Carrie Meek. The facility is the institution’s first brick veneer building. It is located in Tallahassee close to its capitol building.
The collection in the center and museum was initially curated by Dr. James Eaton. It features detailed experiences of African-Americans in Florida. The museum highlights activists like Martin Luther King Jr. To date, the collection features detail that narrates the past. The museum is surrounded by a variety of places to tour around. Tallahassee features walking distance attractions near the museum such as the Museum of Florida History with free entrance and Cascades Park that has fountains and an amphitheater that holds concerts regularly. Tourists who are fans of muscle and antique cars can pay a visit to the Tallahassee Antique Car Museum. Its neighboring cities include Cody and Keaton Beach. Visiting tourists can relax in style at Hotel Duval, the first boutique hotel in the city. The hotel is a member of the Marriott Autograph Collection. The hotel houses the most recommended restaurant “Shula’s 347 Grill” named after the NFL Coach, Don Shula. A more affordable option is at Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Tallahassee and Econo Lodge Tallahassee.