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GENEALOGY

Learn Your Genealogy

"You cannot know where you’re going until you understand where you’ve been."

At The African American Museum at the England Manor, we believe that exploring your ancestry is more than a hobby. It’s a journey of healing, empowerment, and connection. For many African Americans, tracing family history has been made difficult by the legacy of slavery, migration, and displacement. But with today’s tools and community resources, that history can be reclaimed.

Why Genealogy Matters

Understanding your family lineage allows you to:

Reconnect with your roots and restore pride in your heritage

Discover stories of survival, triumph, and legacy that have shaped your identity

Heal generational wounds by uncovering the truths of your past

Empower future generations with knowledge and cultural clarity

Honor your ancestors by learning their names, trades, and traditions

Genealogy is not just about names and dates. It’s about learning who you are and carrying that history forward.

Understanding your family lineage

allows you to:

Reconnect with your roots

and restore pride in your heritage

Discover stories of survival, triumph, and legacy that have shaped your identity

Heal generational wounds by

uncovering the truths of your past

Empower future generations

with knowledge and cultural clarity

Honor your ancestors by learning their names, trades, and traditions

Genealogy is not just about names and dates. It’s about learning who you are and carrying that history forward.

Join Our Genealogy Class to Learn More

We offer hands-on workshops, local archives, and staff support to help you trace your family story.

Together, let’s build bridges between the past and the future.

“To know yourself, you must know the shoulders on which you stand.” — Unknown

We offer hands-on workshops, local archives, and staff support to help you trace your family story.

Together, let’s build bridges

between the past and the future.

“To know yourself, you must know the shoulders on which you stand.”

— Unknown

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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