ABC News 4: Joy and reflection intertwine at IAAM’s first Juneteenth celebration
WCIV | ABC News 4 reports on the International African American Museum‘s first Juneteenth celebration. Link here for the story.
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IVU News: CNN Anchor: ‘Overwhelming’ Family Bombshell Gave New Meaning to Juneteenth
CNN anchor utilizes resources at the International African American Museum to learn about his genealogy, reflects on the experience. Read the article here.
Essence: 7 Reasons Charleston Is The Perfect Place To Be This Time Of Year
Nestled midway along the eastern seaboard lies Charleston, South Carolina – the most populous city in the state. Affectionately also known as Chucktown, the charming Southern city is easily accessible, just over a two-hour flight from New York City and just under two hours via plane from Washington, D.C. Unlike most Southern locales, Charleston is …
The Charleston Regional Business Journal: Smithsonian secretary to help kick off new Charleston museum speaker series
An executive with the Smithsonian National Museum of History will participate in the launch of a new speaker series at the International African American Museum in downtown Charleston. The Salon Marronge speaker series will feature “prominent and provocative artists, thought leaders and changemakers” speaking with Tonya Matthews, president and CEO of IAAM, and will kick …
The Business Narrative: International African American Museum (IAAM) Celebrates First Anniversary
The International African American Museum (IAAM) will celebrate its first anniversary with numerous special programs designed to promote the museum’s accomplishments and encourage residents across Charleston, the Lowcountry, and the state of South Carolina to embrace the iconic entity as a local treasure that is becoming a national icon. “This milestone is a testament to …
WCIV ABCNews4: International African American Museum marks first anniversary with special programs
CHARLESTON, S.C. (WCIV) — Commemorating its impact on the community, the International African American Museum will celebrate its first anniversary with a week-long celebration. The special programming begins on Juneteenth, Wednesday, June 19, and runs through Thursday, June 27 – the public opening anniversary of the famed museum. Read More
Sony Corporation of America provides support for the International African American Museum
Link to the Sony 2024 Social Justice Fund Impact Report to read more about how this fund partners with and supports organizations around the world.
Post and Courier: An inside look at the International African American Museum with Charleston students
Valerie Nava of the Post and Courier offers “an inside look of the museum’s education initiatives and the impact they have on students.” Read the in-depth article here
Reunions Magazine: Harvesting History at reunions like IAAM
We enjoyed working with Reunions Magazine on this story about the Center for Family History at the International African American Museum. Check out the two page spread (pp. 10-11) by following the link below: https://reunionsmag.com/
Post and Courier: Wando High School students visit the International African American Museum
The Post and Courier reports, “AP students from Wando High School immerse themselves in African American studies as part of a pilot program started by Charleston County School District (CCSD). This is the first time this course has been offered in CCSD.” Link to the Post and Courier here to see photos and read more
