Historic African American Neighborhood and District Summit

We work to preserve, enhance, and elevate Historic Black Neighborhoods and Commercial Districts by strengthening connections between the people who serve them.

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SAVE THE DATE (UPDATE) : September 15, 2023 at 2 PM CST – Virtual

SEPTEMBER 2023: Following a successful in-person summit in the Sweet Auburn Historic District in Atlanta, where more than 17 cities and 13 states in the US were represented, #HAANDS23 will be held via virtual meetup to discuss the exciting future of HAANDS. With the help of the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s African-American Cultural Heritage Action Fund (AACAF) and Sweet Auburn Works, Inc., we are creating a network for those who care about protecting and enhancing the future of America’s historic Black neighborhoods and business districts.

Be a part of the conversation.

Join us for networking ahead of the Summit.

Networking

Connect virtually with residents, advocates and development professionals from #HAANDs across the country.

March 31, 2023 at 3 PM CST
Via Zoom

2021 Summit

Connect in-person with residents, advocates and development professionals from #HAANDs across the country.

May 27 & 28, 2021
Online

2022 Summit

Livestream courtesy of Auburn Avenue Research Library

November 17 & 18, 2022
Sweet Auburn Historic District - Atlanta, GA

The Summit

The HAANDS convening brings together local leaders from across the country who share a commitment to the preservation and equitable redevelopment of Historic African American Neighborhoods and commercial Districts. Whether you are an urban planner, executive director, business owner, historian, artist, or simply an enthusiast, you will find like-minded professionals who share your passion to uncover solutions and techniques to common problems to help position your community to thrive.

● Historic preservation and storytelling
● Equitable growth and redevelopment
● Community organizing and leadership
● Black entrepreneurship and ecosystems

Stay Connected

Join our mailing list to stay updated on upcoming events and developments in the movement for preserving our neighborhoods.

For sponsorship and partnership opportunities contact – info@haands.org

This project was funded by a grant from the African American Cultural Heritage Action Fund of the National Trust for Historic Preservation with support from The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation.