Georgia African American Historic Preservation Network

GAAHPN is a dedicated group of volunteers focused on preserving historic sites connected to Georgia's African American heritage.

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The St. John United Methodist Church building in Augusta, Georgia.

Officers and Members

Click below to view a list of our board members.

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What GAAHPN is working on

CHITLIN’ CIRCUIT HERITAGE TRAIL PROJECT

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GAAHPN is excited to support and help with The Chitlin Circuit Heritage Trail project, funded in part by a grant awarded to the African American Programs Coordinator of the Georgia Department of Community Affairs Historic Preservation Division to research, document, plan, and propose the Chitlin Circuit Heritage Trail.

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On May 14th the Fox Theatre, through Fox Gives, held a Big Check ceremony to commemorate the awarding of a $25,000 grant to the Georgia Department of Community Affairs’ Historic Preservation Division.

See Georgia’s State Historic Preservation Office’s Instagram post (@georgiashpo)

May 2025 is Georgia Historic Preservation Month and Archaeology Month!

Governor Brian P. Kemp officially proclaimed May 2025 as both Georgia Historic Preservation Month and Archaeology Month. These proclamations highlight the significance of preserving Georgia's rich cultural heritage and archaeological resources.

The Historic Preservation Month Proclamation emphasizes the importance of celebrating history and the contributions of individuals dedicated to preserving tangible aspects of the state's heritage, while the Archaeology Month Proclamation recognizes the value of archaeological sites in providing insights into the technology and ingenuity of past communities in Georgia .

View the proclamation

See The Georgia Trust’s Instagram post (@thegeorgiatrust)

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