By recording, preserving and sharing the life stories of thousands of African Americans, from President Barack Obama to the oldest living black cowboy, The HistoryMakers is a leader in helping to educate and enlighten millions worldwide through refashioning a more inclusive record of American history.
 Since 1999, The HistoryMakers has been recording African American oral histories to refashion a more inclusive record of American history and to educate and enlighten millions worldwide. |
 At its core The HistoryMakers is committed to preserving and making widely accessible the untold personal stories of both well-known and unsung African Americans. Here is how we do it. |
 We have made significant progress toward building the nation’s largest African American video oral history collection and exposing this collection to a large audience. |
 Our Founder, Julieanna L. Richardson, had a dream to create a unique and timeless archive. From Brandeis University to Harvard Law School to the Chicago Cable Commission; this is her story. |
 Our work is guided by some of the best minds in the country. Meet our Board of Directors and National Advisory Board among others. |
 It takes talent, commitment, passion, hard work and a team effort to do what we do. Take the time to get to know our interviewers, videographers, schedulers and other staff members. |
 “I urge you to please keep The HistoryMakers in the forefront, as it is an essential tool in letting the world know what we, as a people, have done in our lifetimes.” |
 We want you to join our community and we always welcome input and feedback. Please keep in mind that we do not release contact information for any of our HistoryMakers. |
 What is the mission of The HistoryMakers? Why was The HistoryMakers established? You may have the same questions as others. Find the answers to frequently asked questions here. |
