This project represents a new approach to heritage preservation in Minneapolis.
The final report includes:
- A summary of community engagement activities and presentation materials
- A draft outline for a historic context about African Americans in Minneapolis
- An initial list and map of places in the city that may be significant to the African American community.
We need to do more research and engagement before we can formally recognize places. The City has not initiated the local designation process for any property as a result of this project.
Next steps
- We received two grants to fund the next phase. We plan to hire a consultant to write the historic and cultural context study.
- We continue to engage with project stakeholders and interested community members.