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Ritz Theatre & Lavilla Museum and its collection
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The LaVilla Museum, located in the historic 1929 Ritz Theater at 829 N Davis St, Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier destination for exploring African American history and culture. Opened in 1999, the museum offers visitors a journey through the vibrant history of the LaVilla neighborhood, known as the "Harlem of the South," showcasing its rich cultural contributions. Highlights include animatronic figures of LaVilla natives James Weldon Johnson and J. Rosamond Johnson, famous for composing "Lift Every Voice and Sing," and meticulously recreated rooms depicting 20th-century African American life, such as a living room, church, barber shop, and school room. Visitors can also appreciate the preserved northwest corner of the original Ritz Theatre. The museum is wheelchair accessible and offers on-site parking. For current hours, admission fees, and information on special events, check the museum’s website or contact them directly.
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