The images are among the oldest known photographs of enslaved people in America. Tamara Lanier’s fight to gain control of them shows there is no clear system in place to repatriate remains of captive Africans or objects associated with them. By Jennifer Berry Hawes, ProPublica Read More
AFAR: Inside Charleston’s International African American Museum, An Institution Two Decades in the Making
The opening of the International African American Museum was an important moment in the city’s—and country’s—history. Read More
From local to celestial, International African American Museum details next three exhibits
International African American Museum sets 2023-2024 exhibition line-up Charleston, S.C.– The International African American Museum (IAAM), which officially opened June of 2023 to the public, has lined up three major national and international exhibits that will be on display December of 2023 and run through November of 2024. The first exhibit, Creative Gathering: A Space …
Post and Courier: Charleston’s first big tourism draw of 2024 opens its box office
Last year’s rates for general admission ranged from $35 to $85. Bank: IAAM’s ‘on us’ A new corporate partnership involving the International African American Museum will offer free general admission on the first full weekend of each month to Bank… Link here to read more
Frampton Construction expands operations with new office in Charleston
Charleston, S.C. — Frampton Construction Company, LLC, a full-service construction firm providing planning and design support, preconstruction, and construction services, has expanded its operations with the construction of a new office building in Charleston, S.C. The $12.9 million investment will create 69 new jobs. “Frampton Construction’s decision to expand its regional headquarters in Charleston County …
IAAM partners with BrightFocus in hosting “Small Miracles” screening and panel event
International African American Museum to host “Small Miracles” film screening and panel discussion IAAM, in partnership with BrightFocus, invites public to join the conversation on health matters and combatting disease WHAT: The International African American Museum (IAAM), in partnership with the BrightFocus Foundation, will host a curated conversation concerning health, long-term illnesses, and best practices for …
Southeast Real Estate Business: No Days Off for Construction Firms
Southeast Real Estate Business interviewed Frampton Construction for an article appearing in their September 2023 issue. Link here
International African American Museum and Bank of America partner to broaden access to art
Support brings international exhibition, free admission, and local student internship opportunities Charleston, S.C.– The International African American Museum (IAAM), which officially opened late June to welcome guests and community members to experience the full story of the African American journey, has made community partnerships and shared visions part of the planning. Partners like Bank of …
Country 103.7: Travel + Leisure Says This South Carolina City Is One Of the 25 Favorites In The World
I see these travel articles daily naming best city for this or that. And, rarely do I see any of our smaller close by cities in the United States fall on a list for “the world.” But, Travel + Leisure says this South Carolina city is one of the “25 Favorite Cities in the World …
ArtDaily: 36 hours in Charleston, South Carolina
CHARLESTON, SC.- When most people think of Charleston, South Carolina’s oldest city, they often picture its walkable downtown, with its cobblestones, Colonial architecture and horse-drawn carriages. But beyond the historic district, you’ll find small islands with coastal views and waterways, and neighborhoods with their own wealth of history. While the city’s pivotal role in the trans-Atlantic …
