AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE SOCIETY MUSEUM

FRANKLIN, TN

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The African American Heritage Society Museum in Franklin, TN is a nonprofit museum and library dedicated to preserving the history and culture of African Americans in the area. The museum was founded in 2002 by Reverend Charles B. Suggs, Sr., with the goal of providing educational and cultural enrichment opportunities to the public.

The museum houses a diverse collection of artifacts and documents, including photographs, artwork, books, and oral histories. The museum also offers a variety of educational programs and workshops, covering topics such as African American history, culture, and art.

The museum is housed in the historic Franklin Masonic Lodge No. 1, which was built in 1867 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The building was restored in 2016 and now houses the museum's collection.

The museum is open to the public Tuesdays through Saturdays, and offers free admission. Visitors can explore the museum's exhibits and collections, get a guided tour, or attend one of the museum's educational events. The museum also hosts special events throughout the year, including lectures, film screenings, and workshops.

The African American Heritage Society Museum serves as a reminder of the rich heritage and history of the African American community in Franklin and the surrounding region, and is a vital resource for learning and understanding the African American experience.

AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE SOCIETY MUSEUM is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in FRANKLIN TN. US MID #8404700467

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE SOCIETY MUSEUM
1428 MAYBERRY LN
FRANKLIN
TN
37064

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MID # 8404700467
Name AFRICAN AMERICAN HERITAGE SOCIETY MUSEUM
Alternate Name
Classification Historical Societies, Historic Preservation, , Southeastern
Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) 621608388
NTEECC A50
Tax period of the latest return filed (YYYYMM)
INCOME 0
REVENUE 0
LAT/LONG 35.855838, -86.886824
CODES FIPS State Code: 47
FIPS County Code: 187
US Census Tract: 050909
US Census Block: 1020