To identify and recognize the island’s African American heritage, AAHTMV partners with civic institutions, community organizations, academic associations and various stakeholders in cultural tourism on the island, especially schools, libraries, museums and universities. However, our Trail is also built on collaborations with youth, elders, artists, business owners and community stewards. With each, or a combination thereof, we develop and support research projects aligned with our mission. 

We welcome individuals without any formal training in history or historic preservation to join us in documenting, archiving, exhibiting, mapping, and sharing the island’s African American history and culture. 

Click the images below to learn about past partnerships, and to get involved in initiatives underway and planned projects.