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

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

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

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

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