AAHS’s Juneteenth program reflected the Society’s longstanding commitment to honoring Black history. The evening built upon earlier AAHS work, including the 2019 commemoration of 1619 that introduced Rockland County audiences to the story of Cudjo Lewis through readings from Barracoon, performances, and a keynote by Dr. Sylviane Diouf.
AAHS hosted a meaningful community gathering at the historic Brook Presbyterian Church, listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This event continued a relationship that began in 2007, when AAHS first started meeting with Hillburn community members in the church and in their homes.
As part of our Black History Month 2025 programming, the African American Historical Society of Rockland County hosted Frederick Douglass and February: A Legacy of Love and Liberation, a virtual program examining Frederick Douglass’s enduring influence and the ways his ideas continue to shape movements for justice today.
Carter G. Woodson, often hailed as the “Father of Black History,” was a pioneering African American historian, author, and journalist. Born in 1875, he dedicated his life to illuminating the rich history and achievements of African Americans. During the dawning of the twentieth century, it was widely presumed that...
WELCOME TO OUR FALL AAHS NEWSLETTER! We are excited to welcome you to the Fall edition of the African American Historical Society of Rockland County newsletter! As we reflect on the success of our 2023 and 2024 programming seasons, we are truly buoyed by the support from our community. This...
Celebrating the Legacy of William Henry Myers: A Recap of an Inspiring Evening On Thursday, November 14, 2024, at Nyack Library, history enthusiasts and community members gathered to honor the remarkable life and legacy of William Henry Myers, one of Rockland County’s most influential African American leaders. Hosted by...
A Milestone in Preserving Local Civil Rights History During October, the African American Historical Society of Rockland County launched the Historic Hillburn website, a new digital platform dedicated to preserving the powerful civil rights legacy of Hillburn, New York. This groundbreaking site highlights the pivotal 1943 Hillburn school desegregation...
The African American Historical Society of Rockland County fondly remembers Dr. Travis Jackson, a key figure in preserving the history of Hillburn and the fight for desegregation. Dr. Jackson’s deep connection to the Hillburn desegregation case is personal—he was a student at the Brook School during the landmark 1943...
Uncovering Hidden Histories: The African Village on Native Land in Rockland County History came alive on Thursday, October 24, 2024, during The African Village on Native Land in Rockland County, an unforgettable evening of discovery and reflection. The event, led by scholar Dr. Stead, illuminated the untold stories of African...
Honoring the Legacy of Piermont’s Mine Hole Community: A Dedication to African American History On Saturday, September 29, 2024, the African American Historical Society of Rockland County (AAHS) joined community members and local historians to unveil a historical marker dedicated to the Mine Hole in Piermont, New York. This...
The African American Historical Society of Rockland County is pleased to invite you to a Community Forum on Thursday, September 12, 2024, at 7:00 PM, at Rockland Community College, Technology Building – Ellipse 8180, 145 College Road, Suffern, NY. This open forum will be a space for us to collectively...