To preserve, protect, collect and perpetuate the records of African Americans who live or lived in Chicago�
To recognize the contributions of African Americans who participated in the establishment of Chicago and the surrounding area�
To stimulate interest in the history of Chicago and black history research�
To stimulate interest in the history research materials�
To publish genealogical and historical research materials�
To provide a forum to exchange research methods and ideas with other members�
To establish a data base for locating family members throughout the city, state, and the nation�
To offer programs by which members can obtain knowledge and �how-to� information on researching their family history
It was chartered in Illinois as a 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit organization in 2001. Membership enrollment is ongoing. Volunteer researchers and advisors are encouraged to join.
