Post-tour Evaluation

“Thank you for the amazing tour of the African American Museum of Southern Arizona.  It was informative and your team has done an amazing job of procuring stories and artifacts for years of history.  Thank you again!” (Visitor)

“I love all of the stories at your museum! Each exhibit brings historical events and figures to life. Truly an enriching experience. Thank you for creating such an inspiring and educational space!” (Visitor)

“Hi Beverely, I finally made it to your beautiful museum. Thank you for creating such an important space for Tucson. ” (Visitor)

“I visited your museum a few months ago and have been telling everyone here how it’s absolutely worth driving down to Tucson for it. Keep up the fabulous work!” (Librarian)

“I liked when we saw all the artifacts in the museum. Loved the personal ties to Arizona. Would love to see more fine arts content about African American leaders of fine arts in Tucson and Southern Arizona.” (Visitor)

“I wish there was a place to sit or put backpacks! Clubbies for the backpacks will make the place feel more open! And the quilts were outstanding!! ” (Teacher)

“I really liked how students got involved and how we felt very comfortable and connected while at the museum. I liked the campus tour, but not all of the walking since everything was so far away.” (Teacher)

“I think the more promotional materials and takeaways the better. If it can be put in the budget, more goody bags and crown materials. My students still talk about their crown. It feels like an accessible souvenir especially when everything in the bookstore might be out of their pay range.” (Teacher)

“My experience was empowering. Being the only African American Museum in Arizona showed that we are making strides in the world but still have a long way to go. It’s inspiring to learn these brave men and women’s contributions.” (UA student from Dr. Bowens’ class)

“I enjoyed the ease of seeing the exhibits. The atmosphere was healthy and educational. Thank you for showing us the museum! I wish the section on political action and social activism were bigger.” (Visitor)

“Thank YOU, Beverely! It was a very inspirational visit, and I could tell the students loved it. Many, many thanks for your time—and everything you are doing to make the University of Arizona a better place.” (UA Professor)

“I loved how Tucson-focused it was. The guide’s enthusiastic spirit about sharing stories and histories created a great learning environment.” (Visitor)

“I loved the stories section, and I loved everything, hope you get a larger place soon.” (Visitor)

“We also really enjoyed the spotlight on African American Women’s History. The former history majors really enjoyed the information on the Buffalo Soldiers because we didn’t know much about them, not being from the area and the lack of information in the curriculum across the US.” (Visitor)

“Great information and knowledgeable tour guides. Please keep adding information.” (Visitor)

“I asked everybody who attended. Everyone really enjoyed the tour from Beverely and Bob. Beverely was engaging, knowledgeable and funny. We appreciated the personal anecdotes that really accentuated the information provided. ” (Visitor)

“We really enjoyed the personal interviews. I did hear you mention they could be viewed elsewhere like on the website. We’d love to watch them on our own time.” (Visitor)

“The docents/guides were informative, each in their own way. We also felt welcome. I learned a lot about the contributions made by and hardships faced by African Americans in the Southwest in particular and the US in general.” (Visitor)

“The guided tour was definitely worth it. I liked hearing the different stories and getting additional information about each exhibit. I also liked hearing about the museum’s making process. It felt like we were getting behind the scenes tour.” (Visitor)

“This is a great place to learn some of your history, the history of Tucson, and also about the native Tucsonans who contribute to the well-being of Tucson by giving their stories and letting us know about different things that went on. ” (Volunteer Rose)

“I was wrong in doubting this museum’s performance due to its small size. Its impressive collections are worth hours of viewing. This museum helped me learn more about American history and inspired me to preserve my family history as well.” (Volunteer Mingde)

“I love that it was community-curated (or curated from the community); I didn’t know about the Buffalo Soldiers, and I really appreciate oral histories!” (Visitor)

“I look forward to the expansion of this museum. It is very informative.” (Visitor)