Open Today, Sun, Jan 26 12:00pm - 5:00pm
The Albany Institute of History & Art's Albany African American History Project was a museum-wide initiative that reviewed the museum's collections; presented exhibitions, public programs, workshops, and lectures about the rich and storied history of the African American community in Albany; and further expanded collaborations between the museum and partners in our community.
The Albany African American History Project was generously supported by the Carl E. Touhey Foundation.
Oral interviews with select figures from the community were a hallmark of the Albany African American History Project. Visit this page to access the full audio interviews with Jammella Anderson, Earl Thorpe, Nell Stokes, Justice Christina Ryba, Archie Goodbee, Dr. Carolyn McLaughlin, and Anne Pope.
On view December 19, 2023–December 31, 2024, Nell Stokes: Stories of an Education Advocate showcased the Nell Stokes Manuscript Collection, which includes photographs, scrapbooks, pamphlets, and more that highlight the breadth of her network.
Listen to the oral interview with Nell Stokes, an initiative of the Albany Institute of History & Art as part of the African American History Project.
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How does this map explore past perceptions of these neighborhoods? How are these neighborhoods perceived now?
How did you previously learn about the neighborhoods that became the Plaza? What further questions do you have about this changed space?
