The project is moving closer to completion.
Lawmakers and other dignitaries will convene next week to mark important milestones in St. Johns County’s successful quest to host the Florida Museum of Black History in St. Augustine.[1]
The event, scheduled for 9 a.m. Thursday at the Collier-Blocker-Puryear Park Complex, will “celebrate the $1 million state allocation[2] for Phase I planning and design of the Florida Museum of Black History to be administered through the Florida Department of State,” per a press release from the County.
The funding request came from The Foundation for the Museum of Black History Executive Director Alesia Wilbekin.
Legislators responsible for bringing home the money will be on hand, including Sen. Tom Leek and Rep. Kiyan Michael. Additionally, County Commissioner Sarah Arnold will offer remarks at the ceremony.
The task force chose the location outside St. Augustine because it was the site of Fort Mose, the first Black settlement in the state of Florida. Other locations in contention included Eatonville and Opa-locka.
The museum plans to use the money for a number of purposes including field trips for students, research opportunities and other educational efforts.
“Exhibits will provide the opportunity for citizens to learn about Florida’s rich history as it relates to African Americans,” the project request stated.
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References
- ^ Florida Museum of Black History in St. Augustine. (www.sjcfl.us)
- ^ $1 million state allocation (www.sjcfl.us)