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The John G. Riley Center/Museum of African American History and Culture
419 East Jefferson Street • Tallahassee, Florida 32301 • (850) 681-7881

Exciting things happening with the Riley Museum...

Exciting New Project - Remembering Dr. Alpha Omega Campbell: In 2009, the John G. Riley Museum was commissioned by the City of Tallahassee to document the life of Dr. Alpha Omega Campbell. The project was funded through a grant provided by the City of Tallahassee, Council on Culture and Arts (COCA). The initiative included the production of an informative brochure and a book ("A Good And Kindly Heart") that chronicles Dr Campbell's life experiences and contributions to our community. The paperback edition is available for a donation of $15.00 at the John G. Riley House Museum. Read more from brochure.....

Blended Lives Opening Reception and Black History Month Calendar Unveiling, Tuesday, January 26, 2010, Tallahassee Community College Turner Auditorium, 6 pm

Home for the Holidays Art & Quilt Show by Eluster Richardson, November 16 through January 31, 2010.

Applause for the Pioneers Cufflinks and Pearls Gala Friday, February 19, 2010 honoring Dr. Howard Roberts, owner of Economy Drugstore, Dr. Billy and Mrs. Kathleen Baker, owners of Baker's Pharmacy (posthumously) and Mrs. Roberts, Dr. Robert's widow and co-owner of Economy. Honorary Chairs: Dr. Henry Lewis, Dean, School of Pharmacy at Florida A&M University and Duncan Moore, Former Administrator, Tallahassee Memorial Hospital

Past happenings at the Riley Museum...

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

IMLS/FLORIDA LEGISLATURE AWARDS GRANT
The Riley House Museum, as part of its Florida African American Heritage Preservation Network component, received a grant from the Institute of Museums and Libraries and from the Florida Department of State through a legislative appropriation to conduct an intensive professional development training program for Directors of African American museums and cultural organizations across the state of Florida. Nineteen Directors have received services and Ten Directors were targeted to participate in FAME (Florida African American Museum Exchange) forum to receive ongoing technical assistance and skill development (see www.faahpn.com).

NEW PUBLICATION: Leon County Heritage Trail maps and a supplemental oral history booklet that take visitors on a tour of some of the most significant landmarks and historic sites in the county-a project that was funded by Leon County Board of Commissioners.
Cost: $30.00 for 4 maps and the booklet. Obtainable from Riley House Museum.

Hours of Operation

Monday through Friday
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Phone: (850) 681-7881
Fax: (850) 681-7000
staff@rileymuseum.org

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