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African American Health Coalition
http://www.afahc.org/
The Mission of the African American Health Coalition(AfAHC)of the Metropolitan Houston Area is to inform and educate the community on health issues affecting persons of African descent, to promote greater quality of life and to advocate for the African American/Black by educating policy makers on public health and social initiatives.
African American Historical and Genealogical Society, Inc.
http://htown.aahgs.org/
As a premier institution for African American family history & genealogical research in the greater Houston Area, AAHGS-H-Town Chapter (unofficially the Willie Lee Gay-H-Town Chapter) primary task is to nurture the interest and collaboration of genealogical & family history research, with emphasis on the African descendant population (but not limited to). The Chapter further seeks to preserve local history and the cultural heritage of people of African descent in the State of Texas.
African American Studies Program, University of Houston
http://www.class.uh.edu/aas/
Mission: development of the knowledge of the cultural and historical heritage and contributions of people of African descent in America, throughout the greater Diaspora and on the Continent. The program develops, promotes and enhances the knowledge and information of the discipline as well as the collective consciousness of African descended people, which will in turn lead to the growth and prosperity of strong communities and a powerful nation.
American Cowboy Museum at Taylor Stevenson Ranch
11822 Almeda; 713.433.4441
According to most estimates, Black cowboys accounted for about 1/4 to 1/3 of all cowboys in the Old West. The mission of the American Cowboy Museum (ACM) is to preserve the western heritage of native American, Blacks, Hispanics and women. It is housed in an area of the Century-Euro Taylor-Stevenson Ranch. The ACM offers tours and a historical exhibit.
Antioch Missionary Baptist Church
http://www.antiochhouston.org/
In January of 1866 just seven months after slaves were freed in Texas, on June 19, 1865, a small group of freed slaves organized the first African American Baptist Church in Houston, Texas.
Buffalo Soldiers National Museum
http://www.buffalosoldiermuseum.com/
The primary objectives of the Buffalo Soldiers National Museum and Heritage Center are to preserve, promote and perpetuate the history, tradition and outstanding contributions of the Buffalo Soldiers toward the development and defense of the United States of America.
Center for the Healing of Racism
http://www.centerhealingracism.org/
The Center for the Healing of Racism is a grassroots organization with the avowed purpose of healing racism.
Clayton Library Center for Genealogical Research
http://www.hpl.lib.tx.us/clayton/
The Clayton Library, Center for Genealogical Research, was founded in 1921 as a special collection for genealogical research at Houston Public Library. Thousands of researchers from all over the United States visit the Clayton Library every month.
The Community Artists’ Collective
http://www.thecollective.org/
The Collective is a nonprofit organization that promotes excellence in art education, entrepreneurship and cultural awareness. The gallery displays changing exhibits by local artists.
Dikembe Mutombo Foundation
http://www.dmf.org/
This charitable organization, established by the Congolese NBA Houston Rockets player, Dikembe Mutombo, works to improve the health, education and quality of life for the people of the DR Congo. The foundation is building a hospital in the capital city, Kinshasa. It will be the first new hospital in the Congo in nearly 40 years.
Ensemble Theatre
http://www.ensemblehouston.com/
Founded in 1976 by the late George Hawkins, The Ensemble has evolved to be the largest African-American professional theatre company in the U.S.
Eye on Third Ward
http://eyeonthirdward.mfah.org/home.asp
A collaboration between Jack Yates Senior High School and the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston.
The Fifth Ward Enrichment Program Incorporated (FWEP)
http://www.fwepinc.org/
Founded in 1984, The Fifth Ward Enrichment Program is a youth leadership and development program that offers more than 20 support services to deter chemical dependency, teen pregnancy, school delinquency and dropouts, while promoting self-discipline, personal accountability, and self-esteem. These services are provided year-round through School-based Projects and the Teen Enterprise Center (TEC), an incubator for youth entrepreneurial-skill development.
Houston Area Urban League
www.haul.org/
Houston Area Urban League, Inc. is a United Way Agency, affiliated with the National Urban League, working to empower all members of the community in areas such as Home Ownership, Health, Workforce and Economic Development, the Development and Achievement of Our Youth, Entrepreneurship, and Training.
Kuumba House Dance Theatre
www.kuumbahouse.org/
Celebrating twenty plus years of dance education and quality performances, Kuumba House is located in the historic Third Ward area of Houston, Texas, and performs all across Texas, the United states and other countries.
NAACP Houston Branch
http://www.naacphouston.org/
The primary focus of the NAACP continues to be the protection and enhancement of the civil rights of all Colored Americans.
Progressive Amateur Boxing Association (PABA)
http://www.pababoxing.com/
Founded in 1968 as a non-profit community based athletic/recreational, counselling, educational and resource center, the PABA has served over 9,000 youths in the 3rd Ward and greater Houston area.
Project Row Houses
www.projectrowhouses.org/
Project Row Houses is a neighborhood based art and cultural organization located in Houston's Third Ward.
Rutherford B. H. Yates Museum, Inc
http://www.yatesmuseum.org/
Houston area museum located in the National Historic District of Freedmen's Town.
S.H.A.P.E. Community Center
http://www.shape.org/
The Self-Help for African People through Education Community Center was founded 1969. The Center provides many programs that serve as tools to strengthen families and communities.
The Shrine of the Black Madonna Cultural Center and Bookstore
www.shrinebookstore.com/
The Cultural Centers help us to build a positive Black identity by maintaining our connection to our African heritage and culture. We lead the way for a Black Cultural Renaissance by providing a forum for creative Black artists to display their talents in the Black Community.
Sisters Network, Inc.
http://www.sistersnetworkinc.org/
Sisters Network™ Inc. is committed to increasing local and national attention to the devastating impact that breast cancer has in the African American Community.
Southern Conference on African American Studies, Inc.
http://www.scaasi.org/
The Southern Conference on African American Studies, Inc, began in 1979 following a successful state-wide African American History and Culture program at Texas Southern University. It was immediately decided to try to bring together all interested minds, regardless of color or creed, who were interested in interpreting and preserving African American History and Culture, especially that which had originated in and/or affected the south. The 27th SCAASI Convention will be held in Savannah, Georgia February 16, 2006.
Ten Thousand Villages Houston
http://www.villageshouston.org/
A non-profit, fair trade, gift store of hand-made goods from over 32 countries.
Texas Southern University Law Library
http://www.tsu.edu/academics/law/library/index.asp
The Texas Historical Commission
http://www.thc.state.tx.us/heritagetourism/htafricanamer.html
Experience the places and people that shaped Texas history. Download the African Americans in Texas brochure. Research African American Cemeteries online.
Third Ward Community Bike Center
http://www.thirdwardbikes.org/
The Third Ward Community Bike Center runs innovative youth programs and promotes bicycles as an affordable means of transportation, in the Third Ward. To achieve our mission, we collect used and abandoned bikes from around the city and use them to create hands-on, self directed learning opportunities for kids and adults.
USAfrica Online
www.usafricaonline.com/
USAfrica Online is the first African-owned U.S.-based professional newspaper to be published on the internet.
Young Audiences of Houston Performers
www.yahouston.org/
The mission of Young Audiences of Houston is to educate children through the arts, to make the arts an integral part of the school curriculum, and to advance the field of arts in education through professional development and community partnerships.
Zina Garrison All Court Tennis Academy
http://www.zinagarrison.org/
The Zina Garrison All Court Tennis Academy is dedicated to teaching life skills, promoting community service, providing positive role models, strengthening educational opportunities and developing the tennis skills of Houston ‘s diverse youth population.
Special thanks to our local community supporters: The Original Antone's, Houston Coca-Cola Bottling Company, Whataburger, and On Site E-Discover Printing.
Special thanks to: Dr. James Conyers Jr, Director of University of Houston African American Studies;
Houston City Council Member Ada Edwards; Author Franklin Carter Smith; Aswad Walker, University of Houston
Major funding for African American Lives is provided by The Coca-Cola Company and the following P&G brands: Pringles®, Folgers®, Bounty®, Charmin®, Tide®, Downy®, Pampers®, Crest®.
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