Bronzeville
Historical
Society
Purpose and Goals

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
The Bronzeville / Black Chicagoan Historical
Society was founded in 1999 by a  small group
of enthusiastic Black Family History researchers.
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.
Bronzeville
Historical Society
773 291-9115
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