The Association of African American Museums is excited to open nominations for its 2026 Awards. Help us recognize the outstanding work of current and emerging museum professionals by nominating your colleagues for one of five annual awards. PLEASE READ REQUIREMENTS CAREFULLY. The DR. JOHN E. FLEMING Award This award, the highest honor presented, recognizes professionals who have
Deciding that she would rather celebrate his birth and achievements rather than focus on his death, our founder, Margaret Walker, sponsored one of the first birthday convocations for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., on January 12, 1969, at Jackson State University. As part of Dr. Alexander’s legacy, the Margaret Walker Center continues this annual event.
The African American Program at the Senator John Heinz History Center invites proposals for presentation at its Fourth Annual Martin R. Delany Symposium to be held April 18, 2026, in Pittsburgh, Pa. The event will take place in the historic Heinz History Center with tours of its award-winning exhibitions and rooftop views of the city