African American Heritage Center

African American Heritage Center Its purpose is genealogical research, workshops and activities, and an increased understanding of the life of African Americans.

Museum of local black history in a restored Victorian home: a cultural and educational facility designed to echo the events of the past, reflect on activities of the present, and preserve these events for future generations. Located in Franklin's Harristown Historic District which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. A meeting place and educational center is located next door in

the Brooks-Wright Center. There is plenty of parking room in front of the AAHC and beside Brooks-Wright Educational Center.

02/05/2026

The CSFP commodity distribution at AAHC has been rescheduled for Tomorrow, Friday 6th, the time will be from 12 to 3.
Please spread the word.

February:AAHC  Newsletter
02/03/2026

February:
AAHC Newsletter

01/21/2026

Join us at Elevated on Saturday, 7 February for a dynamic time with Dr. William H. Hardy. Food, Fellowship and a first hand opportunity to get the insight on his new book. “Black Theodicy” you don’t want to miss this opportunity!

Congratulations to all the Winners of the 2026  Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Creative Art and Essay Contest.
01/20/2026

Congratulations to all the Winners of the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr Creative Art and Essay Contest.

January Newsletter
01/14/2026

January Newsletter

It is the 26th Annual Dr Martin Luther King,Jr.  Creative Art and Essay Contest. Guidelines attached. K thru 12Deadline ...
01/09/2026

It is the 26th Annual Dr Martin Luther King,Jr. Creative Art and Essay Contest.
Guidelines attached.
K thru 12
Deadline is Friday January 16th at 11:00AM

12/30/2025

AAHC is closed for the holidays. We will reopen on Monday, January 5.

It is time for the 2026 Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Creative Art and Essay Contest.  The contest is open to all K...
12/30/2025

It is time for the 2026 Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Creative Art and Essay Contest.
The contest is open to all K thru 12 grade students who attend Simpson County Schools, Churches and who are Home Schooled or belong to local youth local clubs: Girl Scouts, Boy Scouts, 4-H, etc.
Guidelines are listed below.
If you have any questions please email: [email protected] or text 615-319-6531

Due to the inclement weather conditions and schools being closed, the contest deadline has been extended until Monday 24...
02/21/2025

Due to the inclement weather conditions and schools being closed, the contest deadline has been extended until Monday 24th.
Entries my be submitted to the following locations:
**AAHC at 500 Jefferson St.
**Gallery on the Square
**FS School offices
** Essays may be emailed to [email protected]
**If you have any questions or concerns please text or call the Operations manager at 615-319-6531

02/20/2025
02/18/2025

SCS will be closed, utilizing NTI day #2 on Feb 18. Several roads, bridges and low areas are not able to drive through. Simpson Co. currently has 11 roads that are closed according to Ky Transportation. Please be safe and stay tuned to as we navigate the incoming winter weather.

Address

500 Jefferson Street
Franklin, KY
42134

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 12pm
Tuesday 9am - 2pm
Wednesday 9am - 12pm
Thursday 9am - 2pm
Friday 9am - 12pm

Telephone

+12705989986

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