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African American Heritage Center Fund Established to Preserve and Celebrate Rich History

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The African American Resources Cultural and Heritage Society, Inc. (AARCH) has created The AARCH Society-African American Heritage Center Fund to support the development of an African American Heritage Center in downtown Frederick. This fund joins over 818 component funds of The Community Foundation of Frederick County, with the goal of preserving and showcasing the contributions and experiences of African Americans in the region. The center will feature exhibits, educational programs, and resources, ensuring that this history and relevant artifacts are maintained for future generations. Dr. Olivia White, AARCH Society Board President, emphasizes the importance of preserving and celebrating the rich history of the African American community in Frederick County.

Key Takeaways:

  • The African American Heritage Center will be a vital cultural institution, offering exhibits, educational programs, and resources that illuminate the contributions and experiences of African Americans in the region.
  • The center will feature permanent and traveling exhibits, a multi-purpose theater and meeting space, state-of-the-art research and archival facilities, interactive programs for young learners, "Living Treasures" oral histories, and recognition of Frederick's prominent Black families and their lasting impact.
  • The project will ensure that this history and relevant artifacts are preserved and maintained for future generations.
  • Construction on the Center is expected to be complete by fall.
  • The AARCH Society-African American Heritage Center Fund is one of more than 818 component funds of The Community Foundation of Frederick County.
  • Dr. Olivia White, AARCH Society Board President, is leading the initiative to preserve and celebrate the rich history of the African American community in Frederick County.
  • The Community Foundation of Frederick County has infused more than $102 million into the community since 1986.

Statistics:

  • The African American Heritage Center will be a 3,200-square-foot facility.
  • The center is expected to be complete by fall.
  • The Community Foundation of Frederick County has infused more than $102 million into the community since 1986.
  • The AARCH Society-African American Heritage Center Fund is one of more than 818 component funds of The Community Foundation of Frederick County.

Sources:

  • The African American Resources Cultural and Heritage Society, Inc. (AARCH) created The AARCH Society-African American Heritage Center Fund.
  • The Community Foundation of Frederick County has more than 818 component funds.
  • The Community Foundation of Frederick County has infused more than $102 million into the community since 1986.
  • SOURCE The Community Foundation of Frederick County

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