Mission

The mission of the Association for African American Historical Research and Preservation (AAAHRP), a nonprofit organization, is to locate, collect, preserve and disseminate historical and genealogical information related to the African American population. The Association supports activities which increase public awareness and understanding of African American history, and sponsors activities including exhibitions, workshops, and conferences which support our goals and mission.

AAAHRP Board of Advisors

Dr. Wilesse Freeman Comissiong
Dean, Balfour Center for Multicultural Affairs, Providence College (Retired); President, W. Freeman Syndicated Features
Geraldine Cook
Descendant, Seattle Pioneer Family; Genealogist
Moni T. Law
Attorney at Law; Bar Leaders Program Manager, Washington State Bar Association (WSBA)
Glenda J. Pearson
Head, Microforms & Newspaper Collections, University of Washington Libraries
Tim Pinnick
Board Member, Association of Professional Genealogists; Author; Nationally Recognized Speaker