"Never underestimate the power of dreams and the influence of the human spirit. We are all the same in this notion: The potential for greatness lives within each of us."
- WILMA RUDOLPH
About SEKYAAMCC
History is made by the people, belongs to the people, and is told by the people. However, the history of the African-American in Southeast Kentucky has been left untold. Their chapter has been left out of the book on Kentucky history.
Who we are
We are a new African-American museum and cultural center located in Hazard, Kentucky, the goal of which includes highlighting and sharing the stories of African-Americans in Eastern Kentucky for years to come.
What's next?
As our website progresses, we are preparing our museum and cultural center location. As a non-profit, we accept and appreciate donations of various types. Please contact us for further information.
"In the Midst of the Storm, Get Your Hands Dirty"
- EMILY HUDSON
What do we do?
The purpose of the Southeast Kentucky
African-American Museum & Cultural
Center is to:
explore, recover, and preserve the rich history of African-Americans in Southeast Kentucky.
display and share their stories through displays of artifacts, exhibitions, and media presentations.
host workshops and discussions on anti-racism and cultural diversity.
Meet the Board of Directors
BOARD MEMEBRS
Rebecca "Becky" Cornett
Chairperson
Joey Jones
Vice-Chairperson
Ludrenia Hagans-Shepherd
Treasurer
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Annie Williams
Secretary
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Darryl "Dee" Parker
Board Member
Jadrian Wells
Board Member
Joseph Palumbo
Board Member
Karen Alfano
Board Member
Lisa Townes
Board Member
Board Emeritus
FORMER BOARD MEMEBRS
Scharleen Graham
Lenora Combs
"There is no more powerful force than a people steeped in their history. And there is no higher cause than honoring our struggle and ancestors by remembering."
Emily Jones HudsonMeet the Founder.
“I love the mountains of Southeast Kentucky. The people are a treasure with stories waiting to be told.” I am glad for the opportunity to return to the work of exploring, preserving, and sharing the history of the African-American in our region. I’ve come full circle once again.”
- EMILY JONES HUDSON, Founder and Executive Director