Alabama State Black Archives, Research Center and Museum

The SBARCM collects, preserves, and promotes the rich history and culture of the African diaspora, with an emphasis on Alabama.

SBARCM is dedicated to recording and preserving Black history in Alabama and serves as a space for sharing the rich, often overlooked, narratives of Black people across time. Through its collections—ranging from personal artifacts and historical documents to artwork and oral histories—SBARCM offers a nuanced discussion of the experiences, contributions, and resilience of Black communities. It stri  ...