We hope you enjoyed the wonderful music! Your presence and support made the evening truly special and memorable.

It was a great pleasure for us to unite the Tucson High African American Culture Club and the immensely gifted Tucson High Jazz Band, Morani Sanders Quartet, and Angel Spencer for an unforgettable Evening of Musical Melodies. The performances were outstanding, highlighting the abundant musical abilities of our community.

Thank you so much for your support!  

We are so proud and GRATEFUL to the Jack and Jill Tucson Teens for selling $9641 in popcorn! Thank you to the AAMSAZ community for your support – their sales were poppin! Net proceeds totaled $4,820.50. The Jack and Jill Teens of Tucson are donating two-thirds of the funds, $3213.66, to AAMSAZ! Thank you… Jack and Jill Tucson Teens and Advisors, for this thoughtful and beautiful gift!

The museum was honored to host an educational tour for over 60 children, organized by the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Chapter in the Phoenix area. The children, accompanied by chaperones from the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority GEMS Academy with museum volunteers, explored the museum’s exhibits and learned about the struggles and triumphs of African Americans in Southern Arizona.

At AAMSAZ, we offer educational and inspiring events that provide valuable insights and perspectives for children. We want to ensure that the children who attend our events leave with a deeper understanding of African Americans’ rich cultural heritage and history. By promoting cultural awareness and appreciation in our community, we plan to make a positive impact beyond the event itself.

Blax Friday occurred at the Monica downtown this past Friday to honor and promote Black vendors in the Tucson community. Great ambiance and planning by Blax Friday Founder Ashley La Russa. The event featured a wide variety of Black-owned businesses.

Support Black-owned businesses in Tucson to promote equity, diversity, and inclusion in our community. By investing in these businesses, you can help break down barriers and reduce economic disparities, create job opportunities, and drive economic growth. By supporting Black vendors, you can also gain a deeper understanding of diverse cultures and promote cultural understanding.

The Black and Brown Health Fair, presented by Alpha Phi Alpha and the Pima County Health Department Office of Health Equity, was held on Saturday, February 18, from 10-4 PM. This event aimed to provide health services, increase awareness and education about chronic health conditions, prevention, healthy living, oral health, maternal health, and general health and wellness—specifically focusing on Black and Brown Pima County residents. Former Intern Hassan represented AAMSAZ at the event. 

Hassan M., Former UA intern for AAMSAZ, stated:

Representing AAMSAZ at the Black and Brown Health fair was a great experience. I interacted with people of all ages, and people were intrigued to learn about the origins of the Museum

I relayed to them how Young Jody asked his Grandma(Beverely Elliott), ” Where is the museum I can go to here in Tucson to learn about African American people who lived around here?”.

People were surprised how this simple question led to AAMSAZ becoming the first and only African American Museum in Southern Arizona.

This past Thursday was exciting for the museum as it welcomed the NBA Hall of Fame and Legend Bill Walton for a tour.