Located in Wilberforce, Ohio, the National Afro-American Museum & Cultural Center is Ohio’s foremost resource for information about African American history.
Wilberforce, OH
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This is why you need to come to see the 2021 Art of Soul! Juried Art Show! Don't miss your last chance to see the show on Sat., Feb. 26 from 9 am - 4 pm. Call 800.752.2603 ext. 0 for more info.
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Brigadier Gen. Charles Young was the 1st African American to reach the rank of Colonel in the US Army. At the time of his death in 1922, he was the highest-ranking African American officer in the Army. His legacy lives on today and you can learn more about him at @CharlesYoungNPS
Special thanks to TourismOhio for featuring our museum on its Black History Month webpage. Check it out! ohio.org/afro-american-histo…
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Ohio History Connection Announces New CEO
Megan Wood is organization's first female leader after national search. NAAMCC is a division of the Ohio History Connection. xitter.cf/meganlkwood/status/154…
Commemorate Juneteenth and celebrate Paul Lawrence Dunbar! - mailchi.mp/ohiohistory/naamc…
The past couple of years have been tumultuous for most museums. As NAAMCC returns to normal operations, we want to know how we can support and engage you. Will you please share your thoughts by taking our survey?
Take the survey today! bit.ly/3M5eStp
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Black political power came of age in Chicago. A throughline directly links Ida B. Wells' voting rights campaigns to Harold Washington's election as mayor to Barack Obama's election to Senate & White House. More: africanamericanmidwest.com/h…
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Register here: bit.ly/3IYE9CS or call NAAMCC at 800.752.2603 for more information.
Thurs., Feb. 10, 7 p.m.Free online
Hidden Figures Revealed: Dynamic History of Black Mathematicians from The Ohio State University
Presenter -Dr. Ranthony Edmond
Learn more about the history of Black OSU professionals. Registration link bit.ly/32ZnQGS.
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Thank you @GovAndyBeshear for your work to ensure Colonel Young receives the recognition he deserves.
If folks have a minute today, I encourage you to read about the Colonel’s service to our nation: nps.gov/chyo/learn/historycu…
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Col. Charles Young lived a remarkable life. Born in Kentucky to enslaved parents in 1864, he graduated from West Point and became the highest-ranking Black officer in the military. I’m proud to have supported his posthumous promotion to Brigadier General in honor of his service.
Join us on Feb. 26 for the last day of the 2021 Art of Soul! Juried Art Show from 9a-4p. The winners of the 2021 show will be announced at 1p. Included with admission. ohiohistory.org/naamcc. Art of Soul Video Tour youtu.be/VoGl0pAxYQI via
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2021 The Art of Soul!
Juried Art Show Artist Call for Entries
New Deadline: Mon. July 5, 2021
For more information and to get a copy of the Call for Artists go to: ohiohistory.org/participate/…
Sign up today for Introduction to African Inspired Handmade Beads and Jewelry. This free workshop series is a part of the Ohio History Connection’s 55+ Adult Classes. June 3 – Thurs., July 29, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m.
Free class & supplies! ohiohistory.org/seniorclasse… to
register.
Register today for the 2020 Art of Soul! Virtual Awards Ceremony! - mailchi.mp/ohiohistory/2020-…
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Col. Charles Young was the 1st African American to reach the rank of Colonel in the U.S. Army and, at the time of his death in 1922, was the highest-ranking African American officer in the Army.
Learn more at the Charles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument in Wilberforce.
Join us tonight at 7 pm to learn more about the history and current work of Black comic creators. Use the Zoom link to register or join us on Facebook Live.
Join us for our online Black History Month programs in February. Although we're temporarily closed, COVID-19 is not stopping us from connecting with you! Go to bit.ly/3prOSMO to register.
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Today, we recognize the service and patriotism of our armed service members who have fought to preserve our freedom. NAAMCC and other African American History museums share stories of Black bravery and perseverance. We honor all who have served move this country toward freedom.
ALT Major Martin Delany
ALT Lieutenant Colonel Charity Adams Earley
ALT Col. Charles Young
ALT Sgt. Alwyn Cashe