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 In 2006, AAAM received a $113,760 grant from the federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), to produce a National Profile of African American Museums, based on a comprehensive survey and analysis project. Since the emergence of the African American museum movement in the 1950s and 1960s, numerous new historical and cultural institutions have been established to preserve the heritage of the Black experience and to ensure its proper interpretation in American history. The AAAM survey project, which will launch in May 2007, will identify these institutions, document their existing programs and services, and develop a plan to more effectively address their needs through professional training and development activities. Funding will support the design, testing, and implementation of the survey, in addition to the publication of a directory of African American historical and cultural institutions, the creation of a customized membership management database for AAAM to organize and manage the survey data, and enhanced online services for member organizations. To succeed in creating this comprehensive resource and profile, the AAAM is relying on the willingness of its members and others within the African American history, arts and culture community to proactively support and promote the survey initiative. |
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