The need for Black museums

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The need for Black museums

The Woodson African American Museum of Florida presents the historic voice of this St. Petersburg community from the perspective of local, regional, and national history, culture, and community. It demonstrates the commitment to revitalizing the Midtown St. Petersburg area. BY DR. NASHID MADYUN, Florida Humanities Executive Director Greetings, I am new to St Petersburg. I genuinely […]

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