Tell Your Story!

“Collecting and sharing African American history, one story at a time”

Share your story. Write your own page in history.

At SAAACAM, we believe that everybody has a story, especially you! We invite you to leave your unique mark in the historical record by sharing that story with us. Contributions can be made using the form below, which asks for the following:

A signed release form – this allows SAAACAM to include your story in future exhibits or feature it in our digital archive. SAAACAM will not be able to monetize your story, as the copyright for licensing will remain with you.
Your contact information – this helps SAAACAM stay in touch with you, in case we would like to follow-up on your story or if we require additional documentation.
Your story – this is the most important part! You will be able to write your story down, or share an audio upload of a voice recording. We also invite you to submit photos, videos, or other audio files related to your story.

If sharing online isn’t your thing, feel free to contact our administrative offices at the number below. Ask for the SAAACAM Archives department, and tell them that you’ve got a story to share!

Contact Number: (210) 724-3350

What is the SAAACAM Oral History Project?

The SAAACAM Oral History Project is a collection of original stories - including text, documents, photographs, videos and audio files celebrating the African American past, present and future of San Antonio and the surrounding area.

What should I write about?

Write about anything - your family, heirlooms a special place or memory - that connects your life to the story of San Antonio.

Need Help Telling Your Story?

Start by journaling. Here is our tutorial.

I have a story, but I'm not a great writer. What should I do?

Submit your story and SAAACAM experts will help you polish it. Send in video, photos or audio files. For additional help, email admin@saaacam.org.

What happens when I submit my story?

SAAACAM editors work with you to edit your text for correctness and readability if necessary, and then curate your story to associate it with other stories, exhibitions, artifacts, films and events.

Let’s Get Started!

Step 1 of 3 - Terms of Agreement

How old are you?*
- Under 18
- Over 18
Age*
Please enter your age numerically. This information will not be shared.
Please note, we will require the contact information and digital signature of a parent or legal guardian in the next section
Please read the Terms of Agreement*
I, hereby assign to the San Antonio African American Community Archive & Museum (SAAACAM) all rights to any still photographs, documents, videotapes, motion pictures, sound recordings or any combination thereof made of me or my dependent on the date the above mentioned media was uploaded to the SAAACAM web portal. by the above mentioned staff or its contracted personnel.

I further give my permission for these photographs, documents, videotapes, motion pictures, sound recordings or any combination thereof, with my name in conjunction therewith to be released for public viewing and/or hearing, educational programs, informational presentations, exhibits or a combination of the same through the public mass media such as television, newspaper, radio, or website or through digital publications or presentations, including newsletters, brochures,videotapes, display boards, websites, or exhibits.

I will be consulted about the use of the above mentioned media for any purpose other than those listed above. I further authorize the reproduction, sale, copyright, exhibit, broadcast, and/or distribution of the same without limitation for any lawful purpose including advertising, trade, display, exhibit, website, and art and also to use my name in connection there with.

By accepting the terms of the agreement, I acknowledge that I have completely read and fully understand the above release and agree to be bound thereby. I further acknowledge that I am over the age of 18. I hereby release any and all claims against any person or organization utilizing this material for educational and informational purposes.
I have read the SAAACAM Oral History Project policy and guidelines and agree to the terms of service. I further verify that this story is my original creation.

Parent/Guardian Contact Information
Parent/Guardian Name*
First Last
Parent/Guardian Email*
Parent/Guardian Phone*
Contact Information
Name*
First Last
Email*
Phone*
Address
Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Share your Story
Post Category
What is the title of your story?*
Add your byline*
This is how your name will appear below the story title.
What is your story location?
Name the neighborhood, city and state of your story.
Select the category that best matches your story*
Story Featured Image
How do you want to add your story? Please select an option*
- Type your story
- Upload your story
Write your story here
As you tell your story, please be sure to include any dates, places, actual names, etc. to assist with the archiving process.
Upload your story here
Accepted file types: pdf, doc.
Create a gallery - Add photos to go with your story
Drop files here or

Accepted file types: jpg, pdf, png.
Write your bio (optional)
If you'd like, add a sentence or two as an author biography to appear at the end of your story. A typical bio blurb would include your name, your profession, and your personal connection to this story.
Author photo