CONNECTICUT AFRO-AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY

NEW HAVEN, CT

The Connecticut Afro-American Historical Society is a non-profit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the history and culture of African Americans in the state of Connecticut. Founded in 1954, the society is based in New Haven, CT, and has a collection of artifacts, documents and photographs that illustrate the rich heritage of African Americans in Connecticut. The museum also has an extensive library containing books, journals and newspapers on African American history.

The society offers educational programs, exhibits, and events to educate the public about the contributions of African Americans to Connecticut's history and culture. It also provides a platform for scholars and researchers to share their work on the subject. The society's permanent exhibit includes artifacts related to slavery, the Underground Railroad, and the Civil Rights Movement.

The Connecticut Afro-American Historical Society is open to the public and welcomes visitors of all ages and backgrounds. The museum is staffed by volunteers who are passionate about promoting and preserving African American history and culture. The society is an important resource for researchers, educators, and anyone interested in learning more about the rich and complex history of African Americans in Connecticut.

CONNECTICUT AFRO-AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in NEW HAVEN CT. US MID #8400900152

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: New England (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont).

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• telephone: 2037764907

CONNECTICUT AFRO-AMERICAN HISTORICAL SOCIETY
444 ORCHARD ST
NEW HAVEN
CT
06511-4111

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