Historical Societies | Rhode Island Black Heritage Society, The
110 Benevolent Street, Providence, RI 02906
Eligibility
All
Required documents
None
Hours
Mon-Thu 10:00AM-4:00PM
401-751-0040
Fax·
Fax
401-588-5177
Voice·
Main Phone
Application process
Call
Fees
Varies
Service area
Statewide
As one of the oldest African Heritage organizations in the country, the Rhode Island Black Heritage Society has recorded, retained and interpreted these historical facts and preserved the documents and artifacts of African-American and African descendant’s history and accomplishments in Rhode Island. The primary mission is the preservation of African Diaspora descendant’s historical artifacts – books, art, papers and images, as well as facilitating the interpretation efforts by those seeking to enlighten others about our heritage.
Last assured
04/09/2019
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Providing organization
Rhode Island Black Heritage Society The
As one of the oldest African Heritage organizations in the country, the Rhode Island Black Heritage Society has recorded, retained and interpreted these historical facts and preserved the documents and artifacts of African-American and African descendant’s history and accomplishments in Rhode Island. The primary mission is the preservation of African Diaspora descendant’s historical artifacts – books, art, papers and images, as well as facilitating the interpretation efforts by those seeking to enlighten others about our heritage.