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Stone Center Guide to the Web - Museums and Galleries (82 items)


African American History & Culture in Museums: Strategic Crossroads and New Opportunities Report of a forum convened in 2004 by the Institute of Museum and Library Services agency to address the “current challenges and resources for African American history and culture in museums.” (Source: Institute of Museum and Library Services)
Association of African American Museums This web site provides links to to museums located in the United States and Canada. Links to news and information about museum related events are also available at the site. (Source: Association of African American Museums)
Museum of Black Superheroes This online museum is dedicated to collecting and preserving the history of African-American superheroes. An extensive database of character biographies and images is the centerpiece of this website, which is supplemented with image galleries, articles, and a discussion board. (Source: Museum of Black Superheroes)
Virtual Museum of Contemporary African Art The Virtual Museum of Contemporary African Art features online exhibits and virtual projects in a variety of media by artists from the African continent. The many online exhibitions featured on this site include paintings, sculpture, and film, with accompanying written commentaries and descriptions. The site also includes information on the journal, "Review of Contemporary African Art," and extensive links to websites on topics of African Art for further research. (Source: AfricaServer)
Belgium--Royal Museum for Central Africa The Royal Museum for Central Africa in Belgium is a museum and scientific research institute that contains collections of unique ethnographic objects from Central Africa, historical archives, a film and photograph library, as well as a large collection of maps and geological data. The site features information on permanent and temporary exhibits, educational resources for both children and teachers, and online publications. (Source: Royal Museum for Central Africa)
African American Arts & Culture Complex The African American Arts & Culture Complex of San Francisco uses visual and performing arts to “nurture and facilitate the empowerment of our community through Afro-centric artistic and cultural expression, mediums, education and programming.” The AAACC includes the Sargent Johnson Gallery, the Buriel Clay Theatre, and children’s events. Also, the website provides links to other organizations. (Source: African American Arts & Culture Complex)
AL--Rosa Parks Library and Museum The Rosa Parks Library and Museum, located at Troy University in Montgomery, Alabama, is home to the only museum dedicated solely to Rosa Parks and her civil rights achievements. The site contains information about the life of Rosa Parks, the Montgomery Bus Boycott, and detailed information about the museum and its exhibits and holdings. (Source: Troy University, Montgomery)
Bronzeville Children’s Museum The Bronzeville Children’s Museum exists to educate and support African American children while exposing “all children to the culture and contributions of African-Americans.” Interactive games and information about the first and only African American children’s museum are featured on this site. (Source: Bronzeville Children’s Museum)
CA--African-American Firefighter Museum The African-American Firefighter Museum, located in Los Angeles, CA, is a non-profit organization dedicated to collecting, conserving, and sharing the heritage of African-American firefighters. The museum, housed in a historic fire station, includes exhibits, vintage engines, uniforms, equipment, and photo displays. (Source: The African American Firefighter Museum)
CA--California African American Museum The California African American Museum's web site features information about the museum's collections, programs, exhibits, and library. The museum is located in Los Angeles. (Source: California African American Museum)
CA--Los Angeles County Museum of Art - African Art This site provides information on the African Art collections featured at the Los Angeles Museum of Art. Featured on the site are images of items in the collection organized by subject and type of artwork, as well as background information on African art and culture. (Source: Los Angeles County Museum of Art)
CA--Museum of the African Diaspora The Museum of the African Diaspora, located in San Francisco, is dedicated to the “exploration of the art, culture, and history of the African Diaspora”. The website features information on the museum’s exhibits, programs, and events. (Source: Museum of the African Diaspora)
CA--San Francisco African American Historical Cultural Society The San Francisco African American Historical Cultural Society’s mission is to educate the public at large about the history and impact of African Americans in the San Francisco area. The web site contains information about local events as well as a link to archived newsletters from the Historical Society. (Source: San Francisco African American Historical Cultural Society)
CO--Black American West Museum & Heritage Center This site contains information about the Black American West Museum & Heritage Center located in Denver, Colorado. The site features information about black cowboys, educational resources, and a history of the site of the museum. (Source: Black American West Museum & Heritage Center)
DC--African American Civil War Memorial Foundation and Museum The African American Civil War Memorial Foundation and Museum, located in Washington, DC are dedicated to African-American troops who served in the Civil War. The website includes museum information, museum programs and speakers, historic prints, and further historical resources. (Source: African American Civil War Memorial Foundation and Museum)
DC--American Art from the Howard University Collection This site provides online images of art selections from the national touring exhibition of American Art from the Howard University Collection. Included along with the images are oral narrations from artists and background information. (Source: Howard University)
DC--Anacostia Museum & Center for African American History and Culture, The The Anacostia Museum & Center for African American History and Culture is part of the Smithsonian Institution. "The Museum explores American history, society, and creative expression from an African American perspective." (Source: Smithsonian/The Anacostia Museum & Center for African American History and Culture)
DC--Howard University Gallery of Art This site provides access to digitized version of the works of art held by Howard University’s Gallery of Art. Visitors are able to view the special exhibits and collections that are held by the institution. (Source: Howard University)
DC--National Museum of African American Art: Virtual Exhibitions The virtual exhibition section of the National Museum of African American Art contains links to websites on more than thirty past and present museum exhibitions. Uniquely designed web pages for each exhibit cover a range of topics and themes, such as music, identity, and spirituality, through a range of artistic media including pottery, masks, clothing, and photography. (Source: National Museum of African American Art)
DC--National Museum of African American History and Culture The upcoming Smithsonian Institution National Museum of African American History will “be a place of meaning, of memory, of reflection, of laughter, and of hope.” The site has a “Did You Know?” section highlighting notable events in African American history and a resources section that includes links to African American libraries, research centers, and museums. The “Exhibitions and Programs” section includes StoryCorps Griot a collection of African American oral histories and photographs from Let Your Motto Be Resistance, the museum’s inaugural exhibition. (Source: Smithsonian Institution)
DC--National Museum of African Art Part of the Smithsonian Institution, the National Museum of African Art site provides information about the museum, current exhibits, and a searchable image database of its collection. (Source: Smithsonian Institution)
DC--Selected African American Artists at the National Gallery of Art This site contains digitized examples of artwork created by African American artists that is currently housed at the National Gallery of Art. The site features a virtual tour of sample pieces, with full-screen images, a bibliography about the artist and the work, detail images, and a history of each piece’s exhibition. (Source: National Gallery of Art)
DE--Paul R Jones Collection of African American Art, The This site contains information about the Paul R. Jones Collection of African American Art at the University of Delaware. The site features digitized samples of artwork from noted African American artists such as Romare Bearden and Henry O. Tanner, along with brief biographical sketches. The site is searchable by highlights, artist, or medium. (Source: University Museums of the University of Delaware)
FL--Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Cultural Complex The Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Cultural Complex seeks to “form cooperative working relationships with academic, corporate and cultural institutions throughout the nation and the world to link the historical trail of the early civil rights pioneers and their effect on communities both large and small.” Named for the early Florida civil rights activists Harry T. and Harriette V. Moore, the cultural complex’s website features a brief history of the Moore’s, institutional information, special events information, and links to related resources. (Source: Harry T. & Harriette V. Moore Cultural Complex, Inc.)
GA--Albany Civil Rights Movement Museum This site serves as the online face of a museum dedicated to commemorating the 1960s Civil Rights movement in Albany and all of southwestern Georgia. The site includes background information on the Civil Rights Movement in the area and information about the museum itself and its partnership with area schools. (Source: Albany Civil Rights Museum at Old Mt. Zion Church)
GA--APEX Museum (African American Panoramic Experience) Through its website, Atlanta’s APEX Museum strives to “accurately interpret and present history from an African American perspective in order to help all American and International visitors better understand and appreciate the contributions of African Americans to America as well as the world.” The site features an exhibit archive, a history of the museum, and an event calendar. (Source: The APEX Museum)
GA--Spelman College Museum of Fine Art The Spelman College Museum of Fine Art in Atlanta emphasizes “works by and about women of the African Diaspora.” The website includes information on current, past, and upcoming exhibitions, as well as general information on the museum and its collection. (Source: Spelman College)
GA--The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History and Conference Center Lucy Craft Laney is known as one of “Georgia's most influential educational leaders,” having founded several schools and provided educational opportunities for hundreds of Black youth in the Augusta, Georgia area during the late 1800s. The Lucy Craft Laney Museum is dedicated to preserving Ms. Laney’s memory and continuing her work. This website contains information about Ms. Laney as well as information about the museum and its exhibitions and outreach programs. (Source: The Lucy Craft Laney Museum of Black History and Conference Center)
GA--Tubman African American Museum This site contains information about the museum's collections of African-American art, history, and culture. The site also features an archive of past exhibitions and educational materials. The museum is located in Macon, Georgia. (Source: Tubman African American Museum)
IA--African American Historical Museum and Cultural Center of Iowa Located in Cedar Rapids, the African American Historical Museum and Cultural Center of Iowa presents exhibits on the history of African Americans in the Midwest, with a specific emphasis on African Americans with ties to Iowa. The site features a calendar of events, information on past, current, and future exhibits, and educational resources for further research. (Source: African American Historical Museum and Cultural Center of Iowa)
ID--Idaho Black History Museum The Idaho Black History Museum is dedicated to the promotion of African-American history, art, and culture in the state of Idaho. The site includes information on museum exhibits and events, as well as links to local and national educational resources and materials. (Source: Idaho Black History Museum)
IL--A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum The A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum is dedicated to promoting “contributions made by African-Americans to America’s labor history,” featuring a special focus on Randolph and his founding of the Brotherhood of Sleeping Car Porters union. Included in this site are histories of African-American union movements, museum exhibit information, and links to additional resources. (Source: A. Philip Randolph Pullman Porter Museum)
IL--Art Institute of Chicago, The: African American Art This site provides an overview of the collections of African-American art at the Art Institute of Chicago. Included is information on the work of artists Romare Bearden, Elizabeth Catlett, Aaron Douglas, Walter Ellison, Richard Hunt, Jacob Lawrence, Glenn Ligon, Kerry James Marshall, Archibald Motley, Henry Ossawa Tanner, and Alma Thomas, as well as a glossary, lesson plans, family activities, and a list of readings for further study. (Source: The Art Institute of Chicago)
IL--DuSable Museum of African-American History This site features information about the museum's collections, exhibits, and programs. The museum is located in Chicago. (Source: DuSable Museum of African-American History)
IN--Freetown Village: A Living History Museum A living history museum, Freetown Village, illustrates the lives of African Americans circa 1870. “Freetown Village's mission is to educate the public about African American lives and culture in Indiana through living history performances, the collection and preservation of artifacts, exhibits and allied programs.” The site features an events calendar, visitor information, and educational resources. (Source: Freetown Village Living History Museum)
LA--Arna Wendell Bontemps Museum The Arna Wendell Bontemps Museum site contains information about the “poet, author, anthologist, and librarian” Arna Bontemps, who was a major contributor to the Harlem Renaissance. Biographical information, examples of Bontemps' work, and museum events and activities are also available on the site. (Source: Arna Wendell Bontemps Museum)
LA--River Road African American Museum The River Road African American Museum focuses on art, history, and culture of African Americans in the rural communities along the Mississippi River between Baton Rouge and New Orleans. The website includes detailed information on museum exhibits concerning such topics as the rural roots of jazz, the Underground Railroad, food, and much more. (Source: River Road African American Museum)
Let Your Motto Be Resistance: African American Portraits This is the inaugural exhibition of the Smithsonian Institution’s National Museum of African American History. The exhibition features portraits from the National Portrait Gallery. Based on the words of Henry Highland Garnet, “Let your motto be Resistance!” these works illustrate the ways in which African Americans resisted and redefined themselves in society. (Source: National Portrait Gallery and Smithsonian Institution)
MA--Museum of African American History The Museum of African American History is "dedicated to preserving, conserving and accurately interpreting the contributions of African Americans during the colonial period in New England." The web site features information about the museum's collections, exhibits, and programs. It also includes an online version of Boston's Black Heritage Trail Tour. (Source: Museum of African American History)
MD--African Art Museum of Maryland The African Art Museum of Maryland encourages an understanding of African art and culture through exhibits featuring items such as “masks, sculptured figures, textiles, basketry, jewelry, household items, and musical instruments.” The website features information on current exhibits, events, and visitor information. (Source: African Art Museum of Maryland)
MD--Banneker-Douglass Museum The Banneker-Douglass Museum is dedicated to “preserving Maryland's African American heritage, and serves as the state's official repository of African American material culture.” The site features collections and exhibit information, programs and events, and information on the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture. (Source: Maryland Historical Trust)
MD--National Great Blacks in Wax Museum The National Great Blacks in Wax Museum in Baltimore is dedicated to highlighting important historical individuals and events in African-American history. The website includes information on the many exhibits, upcoming events, a form to sign up for the museum’s newsletter and more. (Source: National Great Blacks in Wax Museum)
MD--Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History and Culture The Reginald F. Lewis Museum is dedicated to the history and living culture of Maryland’s African Americans. This site features information on permanent and special exhibits at the museum, as well as educational and teaching guides. (Source: Reginald F. Lewis Museum)
MI--Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History This site contains information about the museum's collections of African-American historical materials. The site features past and present exhibitions, as well as an events calendar and museum fact sheet. The museum is located in Detroit. (Source: Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History)
MI--Motown Historical Museum The Motown Historical Museum in Detroit honors and preserves the legacy and cultural impact of Motown Records. The website features profiles of Motown artists, a history of the record company, museum information, events, and links to further online resources. (Source: Motown Historical Museum)
MO--American Jazz Museum The American Jazz Museum in Kansas City is dedicated to “celebrating the artistic, historical, and cultural contributions of jazz” through interactive exhibits and educational programs. The website includes museum information and links to further jazz resources. (Source: American Jazz Museum)
MO--Negro Leagues Baseball Museum The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum web site focuses on the history of African American baseball in the United States. The site features the museum’s permanent and traveling exhibits, as well as detailed profiles of teams and players who were in the leagues. (Source: Negro Leagues Baseball Museum)
MS--The B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center Opening in September 2008, this site represents the B.B. King Museum and Interpretive Center to be located in Indianola, Mississippi. The site features a brief biography of King and news events related to the Museum and his life. (Source: The B.B. King Museum and Delta Interpretive Center)
National Center of Afro-American Artists (NCAAA) The National Center of Afro-American Artists, located in Boston, works to advance and exhibit work of Black artists, both historic and modern. The site provides information on the Center, the Museum, the Elma Lewis School of Fine Arts, as well as programs and related news items. (Source: National Center of Afro-American Artists (NCAAA))
NC--Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum This site offers information on Charlotte Hawkins Brown and the Palmer Memorial Institute, the school she started for African American students. The site includes details about the facilities, an event calendar, a bibliography, and timeline. (Source: North Carolina Office of Archives and History and Charlotte Hawkins Brown Museum)
NC--Diggs Gallery The Diggs Gallery at Winston-Salem State University “offers one of the largest exhibition spaces dedicated to the arts of Africa and the African Diaspora in North Carolina.” The website features information on current and past exhibits, events, and general museum information. (Source: Winston-Salem State University)
NC--International Civil Rights Center and Museum The International Civil Rights Center and Museum is located in the Woolworth’s building in downtown Greensboro, NC, site of the pivotal 1960 lunch counter sit-ins. The museum will feature exhibits on landmark events of the Civil Rights Movement, but will focus on the lunch counter sit-in experience and its aftermath. The website features background history on the sit-ins, biographical sketches of participants, and a museum floor plan. (Source: International Civil Rights Center and Museum, Greensboro, NC)
NC--North Carolina A & T State University Galleries “The mission of the North Carolina A&T State University Galleries is to display, interpret, collect and preserve the finest examples of artistic achievement by artists and craftspeople of the African Diaspora.” The site features information about past, current, and future exhibits, as well as general information regarding the standing collection of the galleries. (Source: North Carolina A&T State University)
NC--North Carolina Central University Art Museum The North Carolina Central University Art Museum features a large collection of African-American and African artwork from the 19th and 20th centuries. The website features information on permanent collections, featured exhibitions, and general museum information. (Source: North Carolina Central University)
NY--Museum for African Art This site contains information about the Museum for African Art located in Queens, New York. The site highlights current and past exhibitions, as well as community, educational, and travel programs, publications, and a gallery of African masks. (Source: Museum for African Art)
NY--Society for the Preservation of Weeksville and Bedford-Stuyvesant History The Weeksville Society works to preserve the history of Weeksville, a historic community in Brooklyn, New York, founded by African-Americans in the early 19th century. The website includes historic background information, photographs, and information on programs and events. (Source: Weeksville Society)
NY--Studio Museum in Harlem This site features information about the Studio Museum in Harlem's current, past and forthcoming exhibits, internship and residency opportunities, and a calendar of events sponsored by the museum. (Source: The Studio Museum in Harlem)
OH--National Afro-American Museum and Cultural Center This site provides visitor information on the National Afro-American and Cultural Center near Dayton, Ohio. The mission of the facility is “to educate the public about African American history and culture from African origins to the present by collecting, preserving, and interpreting material evidence of the Black experience” The center houses moving exhibits and one permanent exhibit called “From Victory to Freedom: Afro-American Life in the Fifties.” (Source: Ohio Historical Society)
OH--National Underground Railroad Freedom Center The National Underground Railroad Freedom Center is located in Cincinnati, Ohio. The web site contains detailed information about the Underground Railroad and its role in aiding slaves to freedom. The site features educational resources and interactive activities for students. (Source: National Underground Railroad Freedom Center)
OH--Ohio Historical Society – Dunbar House, The The Ohio Historical Society offers information to prospective visitors about the last residence of late poet Paul Laurence Dunbar. The hours, cost of admission, and the local address of this historical building are all listed on this site. In addition, educational programs and “subject-focused” field trips for students are offered at the Dunbar House. (Source: Ohio Historical Society)
Ontario, Canada--Buxton National Historic Site & Museum The Buxton National Historic Site and Museum in Ontario, Canada commemorates the permanent settlement established by fugitive slaves escaping from America prior to the Civil War. The site includes history and background information, information on today’s Buxton community, links to further information, and a bibliography of further resources. (Source: Buxton National Historic Site and Museum)
PA--African American Museum in Philadelphia "Founded in 1976 as the Afro-American Historical and Cultural Museum, the African American Museum in Philadelphia offers exhibits around the themes of the African Diaspora, the Philadelphia Story, and the Contemporary Narrative." (Source: African American Museum in Philadelphia)
RI--Rhode Island Black Heritage Society The Rhode Island Black Heritage Society is dedicated to collecting and preserving historical materials and to promoting the history of African-Americans in Rhode Island. The site includes exhibit information and links to further resources. (Source: Rhode Island Black Heritage Society)
TN--Chattanooga African American Museum The Chattanooga African American Museum web site “is a source of curricula, historical references, creative works and media about the African American experience.” The site features interesting resources such as a “This Day in African American History” page, as well as information about current exhibits, upcoming activities, and a recommended booklist. (Source: Chattanooga African American Museum)
TN--National Civil Rights Museum "The National Civil Rights Museum, located at the Lorraine Motel, the site of Dr. Martin Luther King's assassination, chronicles key episodes of the American civil rights movement and the legacy of this movement to inspire participation in civil and human rights efforts globally, through our collections, exhibitions, and educational programs." (Source: National Civil Rights Museum)
TN--Stax Museum of American Soul Music The Stax Museum of American Soul Music is dedicated to both the history of Stax Records and also the preservation and promotion of the legacy of American Soul Music. The museum is located at the original site of the legendary Stax Records in Memphis, Tennessee. The website features virtual museum tours, information on past and present exhibits, museum programs and events, a detailed history of Stax Records, and information on Stax artists. (Source: Stax Museum of American Soul Music)
TX--African American Museum (Dallas) Located in Dallas, the African American Museum contains exhibits that chronicle the experience of African Americans in the Southwest. The site features exhibit information, as well as a calendar of upcoming events. (Source: African American Museum)
TX--Buffalo Soldiers National Museum The Buffalo Soldiers National Museum and Heritage Center in Houston, Texas works to “preserve, promote and perpetuate the history, tradition and outstanding contributions of the Buffalo Soldiers toward the development and defense of the United States of America.” The website includes historical information, photos, and links to other online resources. (Source: Buffalo Soldier National Museum)
TX--George Thomas “Mickey” Leland Library & Museum of African History, Culture, and Social Change This site provides biographical information on George Thomas “Mickey” Leland and the library and museum named in his honor. The museum is located in Houston, TX. (Source: George Thomas “Mickey” Leland Library & Museum of African History, Culture, and Social Change)
TX--George Washington Carver Museum & Cultural Center The George Washington Carver Museum and Cultural Center in Austin, Texas features exhibits and programs on African American history and culture, with a focus on local history as well as science and inventors. The website includes information on featured and permanent exhibits, programs and events, and a history of the museum and cultural center. (Source: City of Austin, Texas)
TX--National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame The National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame seeks to provide a “true and complete historical perspective of the people and activities that built the unique culture of the American West.” The website includes biographical profiles on each hall of fame inductee, museum information, news, events, and links to further online resources. (Source: National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame)
Uncomfortable Truths – The Shadow of Slave Trading on Art & Design The Victoria & Albert Museum in London created the exhibit, "Uncomfortable Truth – The Shadow of Slave Trading on Art & Design." The site notes, "2007 marks the bi-centenary of the parliamentary abolition of the slave trade. It is a landmark year, not just in British history but in human history, signalling the end of 400 years of slavery." The link "Contemporary Works" contains information about the exhibit and artists. It also links to maps of the museum and additional resources on slavery. Photographs of works in the collection, poetry, and a discussion board are also found on this site. (Source: Victoria and Albert Museum)
VA--African American Heritage in Virginia Sponsored by the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities, this site contains information about important places and sites in Virginia's African American history. Also included are links to museums and information about tours to many historic sites. (Source: Virginia Foundation for the Humanities)
VA--Alexandria Black History Museum The Alexandria Black History Museum complex in Alexandria, VA features a museum, a reading room and research repository, and the Alexandria African American Heritage Park. The website includes extensive information and articles on local African American history, museum exhibits, collections, and program and event information. Also included are educational resources and teacher guides. (Source: City of Alexandria, VA)
VA--Black Heritage Museum of Arlington Virginia The Black Heritage Museum of Arlington Virginia, a “museum-without-walls,” celebrates the “African American journey to freedom in Arlington County.” The website includes virtual exhibits on Arlington’s African-American history, extensive educational resources and lesson plans, and links to additional online resources. (Source: Virginia Foundation for the Humanities)
VA--Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia This site provides basic information on the Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia, which explores the Black cultural heritage of the state. The site also gives information about the historic Jackson Ward district of Richmond, where the museum is located. (Source: Black History Museum and Cultural Center of Virginia)
VA--Hampton University Museum This site contains information about the museum's collections which include "African American fine arts, traditional African, Native American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Island, and Asian art; and objects relating to the history of the University." (Source: Hampton University)
VA--Harrison Museum of African American Culture The Harrison Museum of African American Culture aims to “research, preserve and interpret the achievements of African Americans, specifically in Southwestern Virginia, and to provide an opportunity for all citizens to come together in appreciation, enjoyment and greater knowledge of African American Culture.” This site features information about its exhibits and collections, as well as community programs and events. (Source: Harrison Museum of African American Culture)
VA--Robert Russa Moton Museum The Robert Russa Moton Museum in Farmville, Va., is dedicated to the “preservation and positive interpretation of the history of civil rights in education” with a focus on Prince Edward County. Included are a history of Russa Morton High School and its involvement in the fight for desegregation, a full history of school integration in Virginia, a historical timeline, bibliography, and links to related resources, as well as museum visitor information. (Source: Robert Russa Moton Museum)
VA--United States National Slavery Museum This site contains information about the forthcoming National Slavery Museum, to be located in Fredericksburg, Va. The site features a variety of information about the museum, including its location, planned exhibits and holdings, and events. Additionally, the site includes an interactive educational tool and digitized historical documents for viewing. (Source: United States National Slavery Museum)
WA--Black Heritage Society of Washington State The Black Heritage Society of Washington State works to preserve the cultural history of African Americans within the state through the preservation of various artifacts such as letters, family and organization memorabilia, photographs, historical records, scrapbooks, vintage clothing and much more. Available on the site are numerous examples of holdings within the collection. The society also maintains an archive of oral histories. (Source: Black Heritage Society of Washington State)
WA--Northwest African American Museum (NAAM) “Using the past as an anchor, the Museum will explore youth culture and illuminate how the past both supports and influences contemporary life.” Slated to open in 2008, the Northwest African American museum will focus on the visual arts, music, crafts, literature and history of African Americans in the Northwest from the 1840s to the present. The exhibits and programs “will make a link between African Americans whose route to the new world was through slavery as well as more recent immigrants arriving from such places as Somalia, Sudan and Ethiopia.” (Source: Northwest African American Museum)

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