Our Traveling Museum
The African American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey is committed to sharing its educational resources with our community. At the heart of this effort is the Traveling Museum. We offer an entertaining and interactive experience for schools, community organizations and companies that want to explore the depth of African American history with students, employees or customers. We also offer online video options that give schools access to some of our special exhibits.
In-Person Traveling Museum
Schools can choose from six richly visual and informative presentations. Your school, community group or business will receive a one-day experience that will leave a lasting impression. The in-person exhibit experience includes:
- Panels that tell vivid stories about the impact African Americans have had on our country.
- Scripts for Student Docents who guide viewers through the exhibits, teaching the importance of what is portrayed on each panel.
- I’d like you to please discuss Guides for further opportunity to dig deeper into the historical significance of the exhibits.
- AAHMSNJ will deliver or ship the items and provide detailed guidelines that will help you build a museum-quality display in-house.
- Standard exhibit time is one school day (example: 7 am to 2 pm). Extended showings may require an additional fee.
- The in-person exhibit rate is limited to schools within Atlantic, Cape May, Ocean, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Cumberland and Salem Counties. Schools outside of these counties may be charged additional travel fees.
NEW! Digital Traveling Museum
AAHMSNJ’s Digital Traveling Exhibits offer a cost-effective way to share important history with your students. We have several videos that can be licensed to your school for a 5 day period.
- AAHMSNJ will share a link with your school providing unlimited access for viewing in classrooms, the library or an assembly.
- Access the video you choose through a secure internet link that expires at the end of your licensing period.
- There is no geographic limitation or additional fee if your school is outside of Atlantic, Cape May, Ocean, Burlington, Camden, Gloucester, Cumberland and Salem Counties.
- Each license is limited to one school. District-wide access is available, but for an additional fee.
Contact us or complete the EXHIBIT REQUEST FORM to schedule your in-house exhibit.
Available Exhibits
Atlantic City’s Northside: Redlining In The Sand
The factors that created segregated neighborhoods such as Atlantic City’s Northside existed throughout the country at the turn of the century. African Americans, paid the lowest wages for their labor, lived within boundaries defined by redlining. a practice that divided the races and ultimately prevented the accumulation of generational wealth. Regardless, the Northside was a cohesive community that promoted social and educational progress for several generations.
Available Platforms:
- In-Person Exhibit: $3,000
- Digital Video: $1,200
A Time for Change
This is one of AAHMSNJ’s most celebrated exhibits. It explores South Jersey’s role in the civil rights movement, from local desegregation and anti-discrimination movements to iconic national events such as the 1964 Democratic National Convention protests in Atlantic City.
Available Platforms:
- In-Person Exhibit: $3,000
- Digital Video: $1,200
Talking About HerStory
Stealing Home: How Jackie Robinson Changed America
Jackie Robinson’s rise from poverty to the highest ranks of the sports world is explored in this exhibit. Now regarded as a national treasure, Robinson rose above the racial antipathy that greeted his entry to the Major Leagues in 1947. The collection includes Robinson’s glove and bat, and his Negro League and Brooklyn Dodgers uniforms among the artifacts on display. The exhibit also features a video describing the life of the renowned baseball hero and his family and includes the signing of his first contract with the Brooklyn Dodgers’ General Manager, Branch Rickey.
Available Platforms:
- In-Person Exhibit: $3,000
- Digital Video: $1,200
This Little Light of Mine
The Black Church has long been the beating heart of the African American community. This exhibit reflects on its history and continuing importance as an institution. This rich and colorful exhibit celebrates the historic power of the black church and its ability to hold and bring people together.
Jet, Black, Brown and Tan: The Legacy of John H. Johnson
Learn about the publishing empire of John H. Johnson. In 1942, using his mother’s furniture as collateral, he negotiated a $500 loan that launched the Negro Digest Publishing Company. The company’s first publication, Negro Digest, was followed by Ebony Magazine in 1945. Tan Confessions, JET magazine, Hue, and Copper Romance, Ebony Man, Ebony South Africa, African American Stars and Ebony Jr. followed.