Asheville African American heritage project meeting (see schedule for location and time)
The City of Asheville is working on a project to honor the history and contributions of the African American community.
Part of the project includes an architectural survey is the systematic process of identifying and recording historic buildings, structures, objects, districts and sites.
Another aspect will be the collection of oral histories from personal interviews.
The community is invited to learn more about the project and sign up to share their personal stories via oral interviews with the project team at these times and dates:
6 to 7:30 p.m. March 27
Dr. Wesley Grant Sr. Southside Center
285 Livingston Street
4 to 5:30 p.m. March 28
Stephens-Lee Recreation Center,
30 George Washington Carver Avenue
If you are unable to attend a public meeting and are still interested in participating an oral interview, please contact Historic Resources Planner Alex Cole: acole@ashevillenc.gov or 828-259-5836.
For more information, visit this link: https://bit.ly/2JbuoYj