News and Updates
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BDTM Strategic Plan 2025-2030
This strategic plan represents more than institutional development – it embodies our promise to be worthy stewards of Maryland’s African American and African diasporic heritage. Every initiative, program, and partnership serves our fundamental commitment to community empowerment and authentic storytelling.
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Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum Launches Preservation Initiative Honoring Senator Verda Freeman Welcome
The Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum is proud to announce the launch of a major preservation initiative dedicated to preserving the legacy of Senator Verda Freeman Welcome—a trailblazing educator, political leader, and civil rights advocate.
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Historic Annapolis, Inc., Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum, and Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts to present “A Conversation with Abby Phillip”
PRESS RELEASE Contacts: Kaelynn Bedsworth, Development Outreach Director, Historic AnnapolisPhone: 443.221.6997 | Email: [email protected] Jan Lee, Director of Marketing and Communications, Banneker-Douglass-Tubman MuseumPhone: 410.216.6185 | Email: [email protected] Adonia Akins, Marketing and Commmunications Director, Maryland Hall for the Creative ArtsPhone: 443.714.8108 | Email: [email protected] Annapolis, MD — August 26, 2025 Historic Annapolis, Inc., Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum, and Maryland Hall for…
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Fall 2025 Walter B. Hill Fellowship
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BDTM and ‘Sacred Spaces’ Featured on WETA Arts for October 2025
We’re thrilled to share that the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum has been featured on the Emmy Award–winning series WETA Arts, which aired Monday, October 20 at 9:30 p.m. on WETA PBS and 8:30 p.m. on WETA Metro. You can also stream the episode on WETA+ and weta.org. In this special episode, host…
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Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture’s October 2025 Public Meeting to be held at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore
Commission engages the Eastern Shore community to preserve African American history and heritage at MCAAHC Public Meeting on October 6, 2025 in Princess Anne
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Fall 2025 Marketing & Communications Internship
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Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture to Hold Remembrance Ceremony on June 24th for African American Remains Despite IMLS Federal Grant Challenges
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASEJune 23, 2025 ANNAPOLIS, MD—The Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum was notified April 8th that its $100,000 grant awarded in FY24 was cancelled by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) following a March 14th federal executive order which dismantled IMLS–the only federal agency dedicated to funding library services–as well as six…
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🎉We’re in The New York Times! 🗞️✨
The Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum is thrilled to be featured in The New York Times‘ “36 Hours in Annapolis” travel article, highlighting our powerful ‘Sacred Spaces’ exhibition by Jabari Jefferson! 🖼️🔥 From honoring Black history to showcasing cutting-edge contemporary art, we’re proud to be recognized as a must-see destination in Maryland’s…
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Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum Presents Night of Sacred Sounds
Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum Presents Night of Sacred Sounds: An Evening of Jazz + The Spoken Word For Immediate ReleaseApril 9, 2025 Annapolis, MD – Experience an unforgettable night of music, poetry, and cultural celebration at the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum’s Night of Sacred Sounds: An Evening of Jazz + The Spoken Word on…
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REGISTER NOW to Learn More About the African American Heritage Preservation Program FY26!
Registration is now open for the FY 2026 African American Heritage Preservation Program (AAHPP) Webinars & In-Person Workshops Administered as a partnership between Maryland Historical Trust (MHT) and the Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture (MCAAHC), AAHPP provides grants to assist with the preservation of buildings, sites, or communities…
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Summer 2025 Marketing & Communications Internship
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Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum Celebrates Black History Month with ‘Sacred Spaces’ Exhibition and Opening Reception
For Immediate ReleaseJanuary 31, 2025 Annapolis, MD – The Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture (MCAAHC) and the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum (BDTM) invites the public to two significant events celebrating Black History Month, culture, and preservation. The first event will take place on Monday, February 3, 2025. Commissioner…
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A Post-Election Call to Action
From the Maryland Commission on African American History & Culture January 20, 2025 The Maryland Commission on African American History and Culture (MCAAHC) stands as a sentinel for preserving and advancing African American history and culture in Maryland. The recent outcome of the presidential election prompts us to reaffirm…
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Moore Administration Announces $5 Million in African American Heritage Preservation Grants
Maryland Department of Planning sent this bulletin at 01/08/2025 11:50 AM EST FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact David Buck (Cell) 443.463.7139 [email protected] Moore Administration Announces $5 Million in African American Heritage Preservation Grants 31 Organizations Receive Funding to RestoreCultural and Historical Sites (January 8, 2025) CROWNSVILLE, MD – The Maryland Commission…
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