# Black Archives

- **Website:** <https://blackarchives.org>
- **Primary alias:** `blackarchives.org`

## Description

Black Archives of Mid-America in Kansas City is a vital cultural institution dedicated to collecting, preserving, and sharing the histories of African Americans in the central United States, with a focus on the Kansas City area. Founded in 1974 by Horace M. Peterson III, the Archives serves as a comprehensive repository of African American culture, encapsulating facets such as music, art, theater, education, and social justice. The Archives offers a range of services, including research facilities, special collections, educational programs, and traveling exhibits designed to highlight the contributions and experiences of the African American community. Visitors can engage with oral histories, digital galleries, and themed exhibitions that delve into the rich tapestry of local heritage. In addition to its archival resources, the Black Archives also features a coffee shop and gift shop, providing a space for community gathering and support. With ongoing events and a commitment to public education, the Black Archives aims to enhance awareness and appreciation of African American history in the region.

## Industries

- 🧪 Science and Education
- 🧪 Libraries and Museums _(under Science and Education)_

## Links

- [twitter](https://twitter.com/blackarchiveskc)
- [facebook](https://facebook.com/pg)
- [instagram](https://instagram.com/blackarchiveskc)

## Logos & icons

- logo _(primary)_ — PNG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idaNvjxv1I/w/1188/h/587/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1773108978472)
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## Colors

| Name | Hex | Theme |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Citron | #8fae1b | accent |
| Black | #000000 | dark |
| White | #ffffff | light |

## Fonts

- var(--font-header) — asset _(custom)_
- var(--font-body) — asset _(custom)_

## Imagery

- banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idaNvjxv1I/w/1500/h/500/idCcoX11nD.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1773108978876)

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