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This blog was created in conjunction with the receipt of an Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) grant in order to post updates on progress, introduce project staff, and share interesting collection items. The project, grant number MH-00-13-0013-13, was awarded by IMLS through the Museum Grants for African American History and Culture program.

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