With information on Gayle Hopkins
Video production by Ken Roth Associates
From Detroit to Arizona…An Actor for All!
An actor and proud snowbird, Lou splits his time between Tucson and Detroit. He appeared in several westerns filmed in Tucson and continues to be a part of the creative and cultural scene here in Tucson. Listen to the following audio interview or watch his performance on ER Quintessence of Dust to learn more about Lou Beaty.
A Tucson Icon…Outstanding in everything she touched!
Recorded by AAMSAZ
To learn more about Dr. Laura Banks-Reed’s remarkable journey, we also welcome you to visit this page from Tucson Unified School District (TUSD). Dr. Banks-Reed, with too many awards to list, transitioned from being a student in a segregated school to a leader in the fight for integration. Raised in the Barrio Anita neighborhood, she dedicated 39 years of her career to TUSD, with Banks Elementary named in her honor.
Service to his family, the Tucson Community, and our Country!
Video production by Ken Roth Associates
The First African American Pom at the UA!
Video production by Ken Roth Associates
Hard Work and the First Elected County Official!
Video production by Ken Roth Associates
Born and raised in Tucson, Ernie was an educator and a standout athlete. A Dunbar School and University of Arizona alumnus, he made history as one of the university’s early African American basketball stars and is honored in the UA Ring of Honor.
*With permission from and Produced by Charles Landon. Published by Frank Gormlie for the OB Rag in San Diego, California
Family Socialites, education, and MLB Baseball!
Recorded by AAMSAZ
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Audio recorded by Kimberlee Elliott Avant
Video produced by Jenny Li
After the combined efforts of our Executive Director Beverely, interns, and volunteers, our virtual tour is now live!
Even if you’re unable to visit the museum in person, we invite you to explore the incredible history of African Americans in Southern Arizona through our virtual tour.
For the best viewing experience, we recommend using the latest version of Chrome or Firefox browser on a computer or laptop. To enhance your experience, please switch to full-screen mode and select 4K quality for optimal image quality. While watching the video, feel free to drag your mouse or adjust the angle to view the entire museum.
If you have a VR headset, you can immerse yourself in the tour and feel like you’re truly here with us!
Virtual Tour Presenter: Beverely Elliott/Emma Márquez Peterson/Mingde Li/Jenny Li/Melora Hutcheson
Virtual Tour Producer: Mingde Li & Jenny Li
Website by AAMSAZ
Logo Design by Felicia Penza -feliciapenza@gmail.com
Museum is located on the Campus of the University of Arizona
Student Union Room 244
(1303 E University Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85719)
Park in the 2nd Street Garage
