TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV) – A Tallahassee landmark is receiving national recognition. <\/p>\n
The John G. Riley House and Museum<\/a> has been selected as a \u201cFeatured Destination\u201d on the Great Florida Road Trip<\/a>. <\/p>\n This statewide effort is part of the America250 celebration, marking the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. <\/p>\n More Tallahassee news:<\/p>\n The Riley House helps illustrate the contributions of African Americans to Florida\u2019s and the nation\u2019s history. <\/p>\n A sign has already been installed on site, and the museum is being included in a road trip guidebook and on an interactive map. <\/p>\n During Wednesday\u2019s city commission meeting, Ashley Edwards with Tallahassee\u2019s Parks & Recreation department said the recognition is a testament to the work their staff puts into the facility, as well as the legacy established by their founder, Althemese Pemberton Barnes.<\/p>\n The museum also received $30,000 for a historical panel for an upcoming 2026 exhibit, titled The World Wars and Post War Life, showcasing African American veterans. <\/p>\n To keep up with the latest news as it develops, follow WCTV on Facebook<\/a>, Instagram<\/a>, YouTube<\/a>, Nextdoor<\/a> <\/a>and X<\/a> (Twitter<\/a>).<\/p>\n Have a news tip or see an error? Write to us here<\/a>. Please include the article\u2019s headline in your message.<\/p>\n Be the first to see all the biggest headlines by downloading the WCTV News app. Click here<\/a> to get started.<\/p>\n Copyright 2025 WCTV. All rights reserved.<\/p>\n