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Amistad & Dillard Join in Commemoration of the March On Washington's 60th Anniversary
NEWS:Amistad Center & Dillard Univ. mark 60th anniversary of March on Washington
60th Anniversary of the March on Washington: Where Do We Go From Here?
"Where Do We Go From Here?" marked the 60th anniversary of the March.
Preserving a Legacy: Opening of the Federation of Southern Cooperatives/Land Assistance Fund Records
The Center proudly announces the opening of FSC/LAF Records for public access!
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Center Acquires Two Major Private Libraries
The Amistad Research Center has acquired two book collections to enhance...
A Rare Composer: Loretta Cessor Manggrum papers
Dr. Loretta Cessor Manggrum, an African American composer, broke barriers.
A Desire for Justice: Erwin A. Salk collection on Paul Robeson
The Erwin A. Salk collection on Paul Robeson is significant at Amistad.
Look for the union label: Maida Springer-Kemp
Maida Springer-Kemp’s papers at Amistad detail her career as a labor activist.
Preserving the Thomas Carey papers
Artists express their passion in many ways, as seen in the Thomas Carey Papers.
Family Addition: The Dent Family
The Amistad Research Center holds Dent family collections from New Orleans.
“Great Negro Americans” Finds a Home at Amistad
In July, Amistad accepted donations of materials for “Great Negro Americans.
Amistad Awarded IMLS Grant to Organize Collections on African American Women Leaders
IMLS awarded $159,148 for a project on African American women's agency.
North Carolina entrepreneur Mary Richardson tailors a successful career in Harlem
North Carolina entrepreneur Mary Richardson builds a successful career in Harlem