Galveston launches project to preserve African American heritage

During a recent government meeting, officials expressed gratitude for the progress made on the African American sites survey in Galveston, supported by a grant from the Texas Historic Commission. Tim acknowledged Catherine's efforts in compiling an informative overview of the project's status, highlighting the significant advancements achieved over the past several years.

The council confirmed that the contract for the survey is set for adoption, marking a crucial step in the initiative. This project aims to review and document sites of importance to African American heritage in Galveston, a topic previously discussed in earlier meetings. The officials emphasized the importance of this work in preserving and recognizing the cultural history of the community, signaling a commitment to advancing the project in the coming months.