African American Heritage Museum of Southern NJ

Features African American cultural artifacts and the work of local artists in Southern New Jersey.

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Our newest exhibit opens Thur, 8/1. This unique tribute to the Miss Black America Pageant is a reminder that #AtlanticCity was the starting place for a pageant that was a protest. Exhibit dates: 8/1-9/20. Opening reception: 8/10, 2 to 5 PM. More at https://t.co/ZIzwFCLiw7.

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Thank you The Press of Atlantic City for covering our Juneteenth celebration and Doris Botts Retrospective!

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Much deserved recognition for the legacy of AAHMSNJ Founder — featured on 6abc Action News​ Art of Aging series. 
#Blackmuseumsmatter #blackhistorymonth2024 #blackartists #atlanticcity

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Looking for something to do on this warm February day? Celebrate #BlackHistoryMonth with a road trip to Newtonville, NJ for the Jersey Girls reception. Meet the artists today (2/10) from 2-4 PM. Exhibit on display thru April 30. Learn more at https://t.co/ZIzwFCKKGz.

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NOW ON DISPLAY: "Mayronzy’s Journey: Paintings by Quinton Greene." And join us for the artist's reception and fundraiser on May 13th at the Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University in Atlantic City.

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Congratulations to Henrietta Shelton, Heather Perez and Prof. Ronald Stephens for publishing their new book “Chicken Bone Beach,” part of the Images of America book series by Arcadia Publishing.

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Mayronzy’s Journey: Paintings by Quinton Greene ON DISPLAY NOW through 7/30 in Newtonville.  MARK YOUR CALENDAR for the 5/13 reception and fundraiser. Green will raise money for the subject of this new exhibit and foster daughter who lives in Africa.

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Still on display at our AC museum through April 29th! "Curves & Curve Balls: Paintings by Sydnéi SmithJordan."

Come visit us at @ArtsGarageAC of Stockton University!

Learn more about the exhibit at https://t.co/gJTMI0XNsc

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aahmsnj Join us THIS FRIDAY (3/10) from 4 to 7 PM for our #WomensHistoryMonth Artist's Reception. Meet Sidnéi SmithJordan and hear what inspired her to create the captivating series, "Curves & Curveballs," now on display at our Atlantic City museum.

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Thank you @whyy for this extraordinary look at the history of our museum and the impact #atlanticcity on Black American History.

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Thank you @nbc10philly for spreading the word about our fabulous African American Quilt Exhibit by the Sewing Club of Rockland County, NY. This exhibit is on display at our Newtonville location throughout #BlackHistoryMonth.
#africanamericanquilts #BlackMuseumsMatter

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If you missed The Mike Lopez Show featuring AAHMSNJ Founder Ralph Hunter and "Boardwalk Empire" author Nelson Johnson, no problem! We've got you covered!

The Mike Lopez TV Show - Season 3, Episode 10 https://t.co/mVujJUym5P via @YouTube

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There's still time to make your #GivingTuesday contribution to the African American Heritage Museum of Southern NJ! Give now at https://t.co/rD6JmnktLP

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The African American Heritage Museum relies on the generosity of those who value our role in telling the stories of the contributions Blacks have made nationally and regionally.

Please consider a generous gift. https://t.co/cP8bES7vip

#BlackTwitter #BlackMuseumsMatter

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"The artists had a great time learning about local AC and national history. But if you ask them what their favorite part was they’d definitely say Mr. Ralph Hunter. Thank you AAHM staff for your time and knowledge! We’ll definitely be back!"

Sarah Holt
@ChartertechArts

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Anyone who knows ralph hunter and the story behind the African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey already believed that he was a super hero. Now, thanks to Metropolitan Business & Citizens Association of AC, it's official! #blacktwitter #blackmuseumsmatter

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Congratulations to AAHMSNJ Founder and President Ralph Hunter for receiving St. Augustine's Shield for Community Stewardship. Given for his contributions as the curator of African American heritage and community service in the Atlantic City area.

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“Local historian Ralph Hunter and other members of a special state committee have more than a few stories up their sleeves.”

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Get your tickets now for #AtlanticCity Metropolitan Business and Citizens Association's Super Heros of AC on October 27th (5:30 PM at the Golden Nugget). AAHMSNJ will be among the many great organizations honored that evening!

Tickets: https://t.co/jAaBDvkf84

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Join us tomorrow (8/13) from 1 to 3 PM for the opening reception for Mays Landing artist Romare Wilson's new exhibit at our Newtonville location. The new exhibit will be on display until September 30th.

Learn more at https://t.co/VVp29Z4N1P