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The African American Museum
at The England Manor
African-American history was created with the arrival Africans to North America in the 16th and 17th centuries.
FEATURE IN HISTORY
Thurgood Marshall, (July 2, 1908 – January 24, 1993) the first African American Supreme Court Justice, transformed America through his fight for justice and equality. As NAACP chief counsel, he won Brown v. Board of Education, ending school segregation. On the Supreme Court, he championed civil rights and fairness. Marshall’s legacy inspires us to uphold equality and use the law as a tool for progress.
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Our collections emphasize the historical and contemporary African American experience historically preserved to bring awareness and reverence.
Mission Statement
The African American Museum at the England Manor is committed to preserving and celebrating the rich history and cultural heritage of African Americans by engaging communities through education, meaningful conversations, and cultural experiences. We aim to build bridges of understanding and unity to help reduce conflict and foster a society that embraces diversity and harmony.
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