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Preserving African & African American History for Future Generations
Lincoln High School homecoming parade, 1947.
Photo courtesy of the A. Quinn Jones Collection, George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida.
A 501(c)(3) nonprofit historical society honoring the past, educating the present, and inspiring the future.
Looking Back and Moving Forward • Preserving Black History • Honoring African & African American Legacy • Educating the Present • Inspiring Future Generations
OUR MISSION
To study, research, preserve, & disseminate Black History
Black experiences and contributions are central to the human story.
The history of Africans, African Americans, and Afro-Caribbeans in Alachua County is a foundational pillar of Florida’s identity. The African & African American Historical Society meticulously preserves these narratives, ensuring that every contribution is honored and every voice is heard.
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We welcome your inquiry as we collaborate to secure our shared heritage.
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