Lenora Rolla Heritage Center Museum, African American history museum in Fort Worth, United States
The Lenora Rolla Heritage Center Museum is a history museum in Fort Worth that collects and displays artifacts, photographs, and documents related to African American life. The collection focuses on experiences and contributions of people throughout the Tarrant County region.
The museum was founded in 1979 and occupies the Boone House, named after Lenora Rolla, a civil rights activist and educator who raised funds for its creation. The institution grew from a desire to preserve the history and heritage of the African American community for future generations.
The museum houses genealogical records that document families and their roles in the region's development. Visitors can search through these collections to explore their own roots and connections to this part of history.
The museum is accessible by appointment through the Tarrant County Black Historical and Genealogical Society, which manages the archives and exhibition spaces. Visitors should contact ahead to arrange access to the collections and materials on display.
The museum holds original documents from formerly enslaved people and their descendants, offering direct insight into their experiences and lives. These papers span from the era of slavery onward and serve as an invaluable research resource.
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