Advocacy: National Endowment for the Humanities
April 7, 2025 This morning, we learned the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has started terminating previously awarded NEH grants. We understand this includes operating grants to the state and
Terri Lee Freeman Receives the John E. Fleming Award
The John E. Fleming Award, the highest given, recognizes professionals who have contributed outstanding expertise and exceptional dedication to African and African American focused institutions nationally and internationally, through a
IMLS Interim Report Narrative
The Association of African American Museums (AAAM) will build capacity among African American Museums and emerging African American museum professionals through three interconnected programs designed to: 1) provide in-depth training
Remembering Dr. John E. Fleming
Dear AAAM Family, With a broken heart, I share that Dr. John E. Fleming passed away on September 12, 2025. Our field has lost a giant; it is difficult to
AAAM2024 Travel Scholarships
2024 AAAM Conference Travel Scholarship Application Through a partnership with the National Museum of African American History and Culture’s Office of Strategic Partnerships, AAAM is thrilled to
Remembering Fath Davis Ruffins
Image Provided By The Ruffins Family Dear AAAM Members and Supporters, It is with profound sadness that I share the passing of one of AAAM’s cherished former Board Members and
Dr. Carla Hayden Receives the John E. Fleming Award
The John E. Fleming Award, the highest given, recognizes professionals who have contributed outstanding expertise and exceptional dedication to African and African American focused institutions nationally and internationally, through a
AAAM President Anniversary
Dr. Vedet Coleman-Robinson: A Visionary Leader Transforming the Association of African American Museums Celebrates Six Years Dr. Vedet Coleman-Robinson’s leadership has ushered in a transformative era for the Association of
Ahmad Ward
Ahmad T. Ward Secretary Thank you for your interest in the Association of African American Museums. Please take a moment to review our information (click on the words below as
Statement on Supreme Court Ruling on Affirmative Action
On June 29, the Supreme Court’s decision to effectively end affirmative action is part of a myriad of events in our country that are attempting to erase our histories {yes…its