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The Museum of African American History (MAAH) in Boston and Nantucket (MA) has announced the launch of a $10 million capital campaign aimed at developing new exhibits and programming, increasing engagement with schools, local communities, and visitors of all backgrounds, improving facilities, and expanding its overall reach and impact.
To date, $3.5 million has been pledged by private donors, family foundations, and corporate partners. Notably, Eastern Bank Foundation has contributed a $200,000 matching gift. Many of these contributions come from first-time donors, responding to the recent cancellation of a $500,000 federal grant and broader challenges facing Black cultural institutions.
According to Dr. Noelle Trent, President and CEO of MAAH, planning for the campaign began shortly after her arrival in June 2023. Following a fundraising planning study completed the following year and shared with supporters and stakeholders, the campaign’s launch was accelerated after the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) unexpectedly withdrew a $500,000 grant awarded in June 2024— prompting Dr. Trent to expedite the initiative.
“We sincerely thank our benefactors for their support of our vision, programs, and priorities,” expressed Dr. Trent. “The funds raised through this campaign will establish a solid financial foundation, enable us to further our mission, maintain our historic buildings, showcase our exceptional collection, and introduce new events, exhibits, and programs to the diverse communities we serve.”
Home to four historic landmarks—including the Abiel Smith School on Beacon Hill, the Seneca Boston–Florence Higginbotham House in Nantucket, and the African Meeting Houses in both locations—the Museum of African American History curates an extensive collection of art and artifacts. It provides guided tours, educational programs, and community events, along with exhibitions that link Colonial and early African American history to the abolition of slavery and ongoing discussions about race and human rights in New England and beyond.
“The Museum of African American History is a national treasure and a source of pride for all of New England,” said Dr. Jackie Glenn, Chair of the MAAH Board of Trustees. “We believe that philanthropists, community members, foundations, and corporations will come together to help protect and preserve this extraordinary resource. Anyone who has visited the museum knows that our exhibits and programs help tell the story of America.”
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