News and Updates
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Banneker-Douglass Museum and Maryland Humanities present “Black Power and Palestine: Transnational Countries of Color” on September 14
For Immediate Release September 4, 2024 Banneker-Douglass Museum and Maryland Humanities present “Black Power and Palestine: Transnational Countries of Color” on September 14Lecture featuring Expert & Author Dr. Michael Fischbach on the intersections of the Black Power andPalestinian movements Annapolis, MD – The Banneker-Douglass Museum, in collaboration with Maryland Humanities,…
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Weather Monitoring & Gullah Geechee Nation Trip Postponement
On Tuesday, Governor Moore signed a State of Preparedness declaration ahead of possible effects from the remnants of Hurricane Debby this week. While the path is still uncertain, possible effects on Maryland could include heavy rain and winds, and inland and tidal flooding. In light of the weather advisories for…
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New MCAAHC Leadership for FY2025 Announced
For Immediate ReleaseJuly 31, 2024 Contact: Jan Lee, Director of Marketing and Communications(410) 216-6185 / jan.lee@maryland.gov New Leadership for FY2025 Announced for the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture
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Rhythm & Hues: A Banneker-Douglass Museum Summer Block Party set for June 29
For Immediate ReleaseJune 17, 2024 Rhythm & Hues: A Banneker-Douglass Museum Summer Block Party set for June 29Line up features local talented artists during Black Music Month; Headliner: Black Alley (DC’s “Trap + Rock + Go-Go” band) Annapolis, MD – Get ready to groove and celebrate community spirit at the Rhythm…
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“Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum” Name Change Bill Officially Signed by Governor Wes Moore
For Immediate Release April 11, 2024 “Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum” Name Change Bill Officially Signed by Governor Wes Moore Annapolis, Maryland – On Tuesday, April 9, 2024, Governor Wes Moore signed bills HB390/ SB341 into law, actualizing a historic change in the name…
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Ramadan Reflections: Preserving History and Humanity for Palestine
By: Sabriyah Y. Hassan-IsmailDirector of Programs, Banneker-Douglass Museum The Banneker-Douglass Museum and the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture present an essay written by Sabriyah Y. Hassan-Ismail, Director of Programs at BDM, whom we support in voicing her experience and opinion on the destruction of Palestinian heritage sites…
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Black Power Freedom Party Black History Month Kick Off & Honoring Black Maryland History Makers
Kick off Black History Month with the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture on Friday, February 2, 2024! Join us in a grand celebration as we pay homage to the radical Black history makers of Maryland who have fearlessly challenged the status quo and left a lasting mark…
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The Banneker-Douglass Museum Celebrates Black History Month and its 40th Anniversary This February
For Immediate Release January 25, 2024 The Banneker-Douglass Museum Celebrates Black History Month and its 40th Anniversary This February Annapolis, MD – The Banneker–Douglass Museum (BDM) and Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture (MCAAHC) are proud to announce a series of dynamic programs and exhibitions in celebration of Black History Month, Maryland’s Year of Civil Rights, and BDM’s 40th anniversary. Residents and visitors are in for transformative and inspiring experiences! “With…
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Governor Moore Announces $5 Million in African American Heritage Preservation Grant Awards
From The Office of Governor Wes MoorePublished: 1/19/2024 ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Wes Moore today announced that the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture and the Maryland Historical Trust have awarded 24 African American Heritage Preservation Program grants totaling $5,000,000 to Maryland nonprofit groups for FY 2024. The grants…
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MCAAHC Legislative Agenda for the 2024 Maryland General Assembly
The Maryland General Assembly will convene for the 2024 session today, January 10, 2024. Good luck to the legislators and staffers in Annapolis working to make our great state equitable for all. For #MDGA2024, the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture (MCAAHC) has three items that will be…
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Governor Moore Announces Project to Rebury Ancestral Human Remains of African Descent
Maryland Commission on African American History andMaryland Historical Trust Partner on Project FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact David Buck (Cell) 443.463.7139 david.buck@maryland.gov (November 20, 2023) CROWNSVILLE, MD – Governor Wes Moore today announced that the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture (MCAAHC) and the Maryland Historical Trust have launched a project aimed…
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MCAAHC Launches Maryland’s Year of Civil Rights
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEOctober 23, 2023 Annapolis, MD – The Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture (MCAAHC) and Banneker-Douglass Museum are declaring 2024 as “Maryland’s Year of Civil Rights” with exciting and relevant programming, exhibitions, and partnerships. This Wednesday, October 25th, the commission will launch the initiative with guest…
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New Chair and Vice Chair Announced by Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture
The Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture Announce New Chair and Vice Chair FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE JULY 12, 2023 Annapolis, MD – The Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture (MCAAHC) is pleased to announce the newly elected leadership of Chair Dr. Edwin T. Johnson and Vice…
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Successful FY23 for Banneker-Douglass Museum Development
As we near the close of the fiscal year, we are so excited to announce that we have exceeded our fundraising goal for FY23! Thank you to our supporters, including the We Rise Committee and those who attended our Juneteenth Donor Mixer on June 13th, who put us over the…
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Banneker-Douglass Museum Accepted to the NPS African American Civil Rights Network
We are very excited to announce that the Banneker-Douglass Museum is now a part of the National Park Service (NPS) African American Civil Rights Network! The African American Civil Rights Network seeks to tell the story of the men and women whose bravery and sacrifices shaped the movement throughout American…
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The Banneker-Douglass Museum Celebrates Juneteenth with Engaging Events
For Immediate Release May 30, 2023 The Banneker-Douglass Museum Celebrates Juneteenth with Engaging Events Annapolis, MD – The Banneker-Douglass Museum will celebrate Juneteenth month with a host of engaging and exciting events. Continuing to carry out the mission…
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Governor Moore Announces Increased Funding for African American Heritage Preservation Program
PRESS RELEASE Published: 4/13/2023 Funding Increased to $5 Million to Fund Capital Projects Important to the African American Experience in Maryland ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Wes Moore today announced increased funding for the African American Heritage Preservation Program. Beginning in FY24, the program will have a new annual appropriation of $5…
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