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October 2 Newsletter

October 2, 2020

The historic impact of the African American vote in Texas, MLK Park Public Art Project, Burial Ground Tour and Virtual Discussion, History Found and more… View the newsletter here.

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Explore our newest virtual exhibit, Places to Grow: San Antonio’s Historically Black Schools, pictures from the Pop-Up Museum honoring the Negro League Baseball players and upcoming events! Read it here!

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September 4 Newsletter

September 4, 2020

Celebrate Labor Day by learning the history of the first African American nationally recognized labor union. Visit our pop-up museum commemorating over 100 years of Negro League Baseball. Support SAAACAM and The Big Give. Save the Date for our next virtual discussion. Read it all here.

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Virtual Discussion Recordings

August 22, 2020

Discussion with the Texas A & M San Antonio Journalism Students This discussion’s focus was to enlighten the students about telling stories and the power of their words. Journalism examples were explored including broadcast news, newspapers and social media. Moderator: Sallie Frederick Panelists: Dacrie Brooks, the H.E. Butt Foundation Amy Shaw, retired communications specialist Cary Clack, San Antonio…

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August 21 Newsletter

August 21, 2020

School is starting, so let’s talk about the San Antonio Area Education Systems and African Americans. Read our latest newsletter here. Also, the legendary educator Dorothy Collins has something to say about being one of the first Black educators in the Edgewood School District. View her oral history.

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