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This page will have information about special events, news flashes, changes to CAAM's web site, changes to the museum and other news items that are not communicated elsewhere on the web site. Please check this page regularly to get the latest news.

Miles Dean, Black Cowboy ends trek across the united states at CAAM

Miles Dean, a cowboy from New Jersey and his horse Sankofa offically completed their journey, dubbed "A Modern African American Pioneer" trek yesterday, April 1, 2008 at CAAM.  Beginning many weeks ago in New York City, we were honored to have him end his journey at CAAM, where Kamau Khalsani also offered a libation ceremony blessing the final leg of this monumental trek.  One of Dean's mission was to raise funds for education and promote the history of the Black Cowboy.  Here are a few photos from the completion ceremony.    You can learn more about Miles Dean and his cross country trek at The Black Heritage Riders website.  www.blackheritageriders.org

 

U.S. Senator Barack Obama book signing event on Friday, October 27, 2006. 

CAAM hosted Sen. Barack Obama to speak and sign his book, "The Audacity of Hope," and we estimated there were 800 people in attendance.  Following his uplifting speech the Senator signed all the guests books including those in the standing room only line.   There were many positive comments provided to the staff on how well organized the event was carried out.   Truly a great experience for all.

New Days and Hours at CAAM!

Thanks to support from Bank of America CAAM is now open longer each day and we have added Tuesday and every Sunday!  Here are our new days and hours of operation:

Tuesday - Saturdays: 10am-5pm

Sundays: 11am-5pm

Enjoy your visits to CAAM!

Journey Into the Future - A Capital Enhancement Project

Stay in tune with the future of your museum!  Check here for current information on CAAM's preliminary expansion plans.  (click here for more information)

CAAM's Collections

You may have noticed a few accessories that we added to some of our website pages.  Go to our Collections page to view added samples from our permanent collection and now you can access our database for information on our permanent collection! 

"What You Said" Page

We have a simple method of contacting us on the What You Said page.  There is comment form to send us. You will a receive a reply memo once you submit your message.   Look out to see if your message makes it to our What You Said listings!