Building Community Through History
Northwest Arkansas African American Heritage Association is dedicated to preserving and documenting the heritage of African Americans in Northwest Arkansas. Our research and outreach take us to Benton, Carroll, Madison and Washington counties where we partner with the Arkansas Archeological Survey, other educational organizations, concerned individuals and groups to learn about and document the life experience in these communities.
Our Mission
NWA Black Heritage prepares students, beginning in the early grades to become voices and recorders of history in Northwest Arkansas. We engage youth from the Donald W. Reynolds Boys and Girls Club of Fayetteville, local high schools, and students at the University of Arkansas as well as individuals at local adult community centers. These individuals help to bestow a sense of pride and volunteerism to the community. Another result of our mission is the building of character and self-esteem in youth as they accomplish this important work.
