Esme Canelos
AZ Historians
AZ Historians
Tucson’s Melodies – Musical Heritage
Video narrated by Esme Canelos
Video production by Jenny Li (AAMSAZ)
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Video narrated by Esme Canelos
Video production by Jenny Li (AAMSAZ)
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Arnwine Family
AZ Historians
AZ Historians
It’s a Slave’s Story….The Arnwine Family History
Video by African American Museum of Southern Arizona
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Words by Sterling Arnwine / A Former Enslaved Mans Story
Narrated by Larry Starks, President Tucson Juneteenth Festival, Inc.
Moderated by Beverely Elliott (AAMSAZ)
Audio production by Jenny Li (AAMSAZ)
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Discovering Their Family History:
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Narrated by Candice Hammons & Neftala Ellis
Moderated by Beverely Elliott (AAMSAZ)
Video production by Jenny Li (AAMSAZ)
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The Arnwine Family – Their Latest Podcast with Mikayla Mangle
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Episode notes
Hey y’all! Today you will be hearing from the Arnwine Family descendants. In 1776, a man named Albertis Arnwine was born. This man became a wealthy slaveowner in Tennessee and had multiple mixed raced children with an enslaved woman on his property, Gracie Arnwine. In his will, Albertis meant for his property to be left to Gracie, their children, and Gracie’s family. Unfortunately, that did not happen. The Arnwine descendants take us through the complicated and heartbreaking story of the history of their family’s property in Texas that was taken from their ancestors many years ago.
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Dr. Carter
AZ Historians
AZ Historians
An National History From Bryan Carter
Video by COX and African American Museum of Southern Arizona
Harlem Renaissance
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Video narrated by Dr. Carter
Video production by COX and Jenny Li (AAMSAZ)
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Mildred Wilson
AZ Historians
AZ Historians
An National History From Mildred Wilson
Video by COX and African American Museum of Southern Arizona
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Video narrated by Mildred
Video production by COX and Jenny Li (AAMSAZ)
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Mary Toni Ham
Legacy Stories
Legacy Stories
A Legacy Story About Mary Toni Ham
Narrated by Charlotte Ham
Video by African American Museum of Southern Arizona
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Video narrated by Charlotte Ham
Video production by Jenny Li (AAMSAZ)
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Coach Fred Snowden
Legacy Stories
Legacy Stories
A Legacy Story About Coach Fred Snowden
Narrated by Stacey Snowden
Video by African American Museum of Southern Arizona
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This is a recording of FireSide Chat with Stacey Snowden, the daughter of the late Fred Snowden, the first African American head coach at a major American university. In this video, Stacey shares her father’s legacy and the impact he had on Arizona’s basketball history. Find out how Fred Snowden’s hiring in the early 1970s laid the foundation for the modern era of Arizona basketball and how he created a family atmosphere among his players that still bonds them today. This chat also sheds light on the challenges and racism Fred Snowden faced as the first African American head coach and how his hiring opened doors for other African American coaches in college basketball. Don’t miss this insightful conversation about a pivotal figure in the history of University basketball.
AAMSAZ Presentation at Pima County Genealogy
Our wonderful Director, Beverely, was invited to speak at the Pima County Genealogy Society Monthly Meeting. Beverely shared her journey in founding the museum, detailing how it continues to evolve and preserve the community’s precious history. She also highlighted the museum’s achievements in its first year, and we take great pride and gratitude in the museum’s existence. Additionally, she shared information about the upcoming events we have planned for Black History Month.
The audience actively engaged with Beverely, posing numerous questions. It was a wonderful and engaging time! The Tucson attendees and Zoom meeting participants expressed their interest in visiting us in the coming month!
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MLK Weekend – One Year Anniversary
Fun Food and More!
Our 1 Year Anniversary on January 14, 2024 was a beautiful event.
We express heartfelt gratitude to our Legacy Founder Investors for their continuous support during our inaugural year and before our museum opening. Special thanks to our Founders, Board of Directors, Advisory Board, Oral and Legacy Historians, Volunteers, Interns, Staff, and all generous donors. Your support has played a vital role in bringing cultural richness to life and creating a space that respects our traditions. Thank you for believing in our vision; your contributions will have a lasting impact. This has been a year of sharing history, learning, and community.
We also celebrate Bob and Beverely for their achievements in the Museum’s inaugural year! We commend their exemplary leadership, dedication, and philanthropy. Sincere appreciation for their unwavering commitment to preserving and promoting African American history and culture, establishing Arizona’s First African American Museum. Their visionary leadership, boundless generosity, and selfless dedication as full-time volunteer positions and legacy founders have shaped the museum into a beacon of knowledge and inspiration. May their achievements continue to inspire generations to come!
Photos credits: Joe Jackson, Mingde & Jenny Li
African American Museum of Southern AZ celebrates one year anniversary
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Barbara Lewis
Oral Histories
Oral Histories
Dunbar School – Barbara Lewis
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Video narrated by Barbara Lewis
Video production by Jenny Li (AAMSAZ)
Deanna Lewis
Oral Histories
Oral Histories
A Oral History From Deanna Lewis
Video by African American Museum of Southern Arizona
Deanna Lewis
The First Women Firefighter in Tucson!
Deanna Lewis, originally from Albany, New York, has been a Tucsonan for 44 years. Her groundbreaking journey with the Tucson Fire Department began on January 30th, 1984, when she became its first female firefighter. As 2024 marks the 40th anniversary of this historic achievement, Deanna reflects on her impactful career.
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