Mid March 2025
Closed During UA Spring Break Monday, March 10th – Thursday March 13th
Open for Festival of Books March 14th & 15th
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We’ve had a busy and exciting few weeks here at the African American Museum of Southern Arizona! On February 27, 2025, we were honored to host Mayor Regina Romero, who visited the museum with Anna and her staff. During their private tour, we had the opportunity to share some of the rich history of Southern Arizona, and the mayor was surprised to learn about Estevan Park and Estevan the Moor. Estevan, a slave of the Spanish, was one of the first to survey the land in what is now Tucson.
We were happy to highlight an important piece of African American history in our region. In addition to the mayor’s visit, we’ve been hosting several other exciting events.
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We were also delighted to receive a beautifully printed version of Robert Colescott's George Washington Carver Crossing the Delaware, generously donated by his son Cooper Colescott. This donation adds an important piece of art to our collection and further enriches our exhibits. Cooper also provided us with one of his original paintings inspired by our story of the CROWN Act! | |
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We recently co-sponsored a screening with AZ PBS of Dr. Henry Louis Gates' film, The Great Migration, which sparked insightful discussions about this pivotal moment in American history.
Thank-you Dr. Steptoe, Dr. Bowens, and Larry Starks our moderator!
Image provided by PBS
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Photo provided by Irma Sherwood Moran | |
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First Wednesday at the Dunbar, ABC – A Better Community -and Connections that Count hosted Family BINGO Night! What fun we had with the icebreaker meeting everyone, delicious sandwiches, kids and fun….and then the real game began. Prizes were big screen TV’s.
AAMSAZ in partnership with Elliott Family Charities made a donation. Rose Taulton spoke on behalf of the museum congratulating our winner Zeus Walker.
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AAMSAZ welcomed a group – of 90 visitors on 3/6th – mostly 5th-grade students from Liberty Elementary, who visited as part of their study on Jackie Robinson. We have a 1997 Jackie Robinson commemorative coin and a local story about him. You can learn more about an impactful story from Tucsonan Irma Sherwood Moran on our website.
During the students visit, and thank you Rose Taulton for helping out, we shared the inspiring story of Ruby Bridges and discussed how these historic figures continue to shape the fight for equality.
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We are delighted to inform you that the
University of Arizona's Black Faculty Speaker Series will be hosting
Dr. Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
Right here in Tucson. Thank you, Dr. Jenna Hatcher and her team!
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The 2025 (U of A) Black Faculty Speakers Series (BFSS) is a transformative initiative that brings together distinguished artists, and leaders to create a unique space. This series strives to showcase a range of perspectives, and to celebrate the intellectual and cultural contributions of Black /African Americans.
You are invited to the 2025 Series Highlights: "Collective Community Vision"
Sponsorships are available for other events during Dr. Gates' visit to Tucson.
For more information go to: https://provost.arizona.edu/bfss-upcoming-events
Or contact Nina A Bates, M.A., M. Admin., PMP
Director, Operations and Strategic Initiatives / ninaari@arizona.edu
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Well… it’s Back!
Thank you, donors for supporting this Program!
Free Swim Lessons
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Free Swim Lessons for children 6 – 16 years
Among the ages 5 to 19, African Americans drown in pools at a rate 5.5 times that of whites. When all age groups and venues are combined, the ratio is 3.2 to 1.0. That means that for every 100 white children who drown, 320 African American children drown.
Let’s teach our children to swim! Sign up by scanning the code!
Drowning is a leading killer of American children.
According to the CDC, African- American children drown at a rate nearly three times higher than their Caucasian peers.
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Lightning strikes and sparks fly when Bob and Jean meet in New York City, 1941. But their instant attraction is cut short as World War II drives the pair thousands of miles apart. Is their connection strong enough to withstand the winds of war?
A new play written by Pulitzer Prize- Tony Award-winning and Emmy-nominated playwright Robert Schenkkan, Bob & Jean: A Love Story is a stirring and romantic world premiere that tells the remarkable story of an exhilarating courtship.
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Discover Your Family History! | |
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5th Annual Arizona - Genealogy Day – It’s Virtual!
Learn to search and develop your Family Tree!
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Arizona is pleased to present their fifth annual
Arizona Genealogy Day, a free, virtual event for the public from
8:30 am – 3:00 pm on Saturday, March 29, 2025.
To register and learn about our speakers, visit
https://azsos.libcal.com/calendar/starl/azgenday25
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Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month
Early Detection saves lives!
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Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in both men and women, and early detection is crucial for successful treatment.
Regular screenings, such as colonoscopies, can significantly reduce the risk of developing colorectal cancer.
Individuals at higher risk, such as those with a family history or certain medical conditions, should consult with their healthcare provider about appropriate screening recommendations.
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Most of You Know...we are a basketball family so... | | |
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Just for Fun!
Fill out your bracket!
It’s March Madness!
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African American History is American History and Women’s History/ Herstory is American History! | | |
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League of Women Voters!
Thank you Nancy Norton and the League of Women Voters for a wonderful and informative breakfast that has grown tremendously over the past years!
Here we are with Nancy and her husband!
Thank you for the invitation and congratulations to the Women who were honored!
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The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) has terminated the lease for the Barack Obama Presidential Library near Chicago as part of a broader stroke to end thousands of federal contracts and hundreds of leases. According to DOGE's statement on its website, the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA), which oversees presidential libraries and records, has canceled its $1.48 million annual lease with the Obama Presidential Library. DOGE claims that this move will result in savings of $740,457. The Obama Presidential Library is the 14th facility managed by NARA as part of the network of presidential libraries. | | |
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Our Legacy Founder Investors (LFI), COX, TEP, Elliott Family Charity, Zuckerman Family Foundation, Tucson Foundation
Thank you for your
unwavering support!
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Supporting AAMSAZ | We love hearing from you!
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Gifts in any amount are always welcomed. Please use our easy and secure online giving site.
- Do you have a legacy story or an oral history to share? How about an African American or Black collection that you want to donate to AAMSAZ?
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Let's connect. Please email us and let us know at AAMuseumofSouthernAZ@gmail.com.
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Join our team of volunteers!
Join the effort to preserve African American history and culture in Southern Arizona. AAMSAZ welcomes volunteers. Background checks will be conducted. We are committed to finding meaningful ways for you to contribute.
Please contact us at AAMuseumofSouthernAZ@gmail.com to learn how you can volunteer.
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Wednesday - Saturday
10 AM to 4 PM
Friday
10 AM to 3 PM
Tours or visits to the AAMSAZ are by appointment only. Schedule a tour by signing up online. Please check our schedule and sign up using the AAMSAZ website sign-up page!
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Thank you!
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