Amistad on the Go is an educational initiative that introduces middle and high school students to archives, cultural history, and historical preservation through materials from the Amistad Research Center.
"Looking Ahead to Our Future, While Celebrating Our Past" workshop at Dominican High School
The program trains students to become Junior Archivists, teaching them how historians use primary sources such as letters, photographs, recordings, and artwork to understand the past and preserve community stories.
Empowering students to find their voice in history through the lens of the archives.
Our lessons are designed by master educators in collaboration with professional archivists. Students are introduced to:
The goal is to help students understand that history is something they help create and preserve.
Master the fundamentals of historical preservation. Learn how to handle, catalog, and protect physical documents from the Amistad collections.
Bring Jacob Lawrence’s art to life. Students explore his iconic art series—like the Toussaint L’Ouverture Series.
Explore the intersection of sports and social justice. Learn about Althea Gibson and Paul Robeson’s legacy and how athletes have used their platforms to advocate for civil rights.
Explore the vibrant history of New Orleans Hip Hop and Bounce. Students analyze the cultural impact and preservation of local musical traditions through the Amistad archives.
Our curriculum breaks down traditional silos by integrating ELA, Social Studies, and Computer Science. We empower students with the critical skills needed for modern college and workforce success.
Students learn to navigate historical archives while developing essential AI literacy, understanding how to critically evaluate and utilize emerging technologies.
Learning is active. Through deep research and collaborative discussion, students build historical empathy and information literacy.
We focus on high-level presentation skills, preparing students to communicate complex ideas effectively in any professional environment.
