The Robbins History Museum in Robbins, IL is a 40 by 40 square foot facility that opened in 2010. It showcases the rich history of Robbins, which is known as the most historic black town in America, and features exhibits on notable figures such as Dwyane Wade, Lt. Uhura, Mr. T, and actress Keke Palmer. The museum also highlights the pioneering aviators who built the first black-owned and operated airport in the United States in Robbins, training pilots who later became the famous Tuskegee Airmen.
Robbins, IL, located just southwest of Chicago, was incorporated in 1917 and became the sixth oldest African-American governed community in the United States. With a population that grew to over 10,000 in 1970, the town saw the need to provide essential public services for its residents. The museum also pays tribute to other notable residents, including actress Nichelle Nichols, black multimillionaire businessman SB Fuller, NFL football players Chris Hinton, Joe Montgomery, and Darrell Robinson, and Olympic medal winners Dwyane Wade and Willie May. Visitors can explore the fascinating history of Robbins and its significant contributions to African-American culture and achievement.
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