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African American Legacy Award

Purpose

The African American Legacy Award is presented annually by The History Museum to recognize individuals who have been instrumental in collecting, preserving, and disseminating African American history in the St. Joseph River Valley, either working directly with The History Museum or within the African American community.

Eligibility

  • Must be, or have been, a resident of the St. Joseph River Valley for at least 10 years.

  • The St. Joseph River Valley is considered by the museum to be nine (9) counties in Indiana: LaPorte, St. Joseph, Elkhart, Lagrange, Stark, Marshall, Kosciusko, Pulaski, and Fulton, and three (3) counties in Michigan: Berrien, Cass, and St. Joseph.

  • Must not have previously received the award.
  • Has demonstrated leadership and creativity in promoting African American history.
  • Has had significant impact on the local community promoting African American history.
  • Has recognized efforts that are exceptional or have gone above and beyond their job.

Nomination Process

Nominations can be made by an individual or organization on the approved, online fillable application form available by clicking here

Nominations can also be made by clicking here (Acrobat Reader format) or clicking here (MSWord format) for a downloadable form, which can be filled out and mailed to:

 

African American Legacy Award Committee
The History Museum
808 West Washington Street
South Bend, IN 46601

Past Legacy Award Honorees