COVID- 19 and the HMAAC Community Houston Museum of African American Culture

Style Magazine Newswire | 3/12/2020, 3:24 p.m.
There is no higher priority to our entire HMAAC Family then the safety of our guests and employees. We are …

There is no higher priority to our entire HMAAC Family then the safety of our guests and employees. We are in close communication with medical professionals, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the World Health Organization (WHO), government agencies, and the internal teams to stay on top of this evolving situation.

We want you to feel confident when visiting HMAAC. As a result, we have enhanced some of our cleaning procedures in the interest of our guests and employees' health and safety.

All upcoming events requiring travel will be cancelled throughout the month of March. Please check our website and communication outlets for information on all upcoming events. HMAAC will remain open to the public during our regularly scheduled days and time until further notice.

The Coronavirus is similar to the flu in its method of transmission. Here are recommendations from the CDC to protect you and your family’s general health:

-Frequently washing hands with soap and water for 20 seconds is the most effective method of germ control.

-Hand sanitizers with 60% or higher alcohol content are the next best method when soap and water are not available.

-Cover coughs and sneezes with a tissue and promptly dispose of the tissue in the trash.

-Clean your hands after blowing your nose or using a tissue. If tissue is not available, cough in the upper sleeve of your clothing.

-Consider frequently disinfecting commonly shared areas and items especially if a visitor or family member are ill.