| MISSION STATEMENT To accurately interpret and present history from an African American perspective in order to help all American and International visitors better understand and appreciate the contributions of African Americans to America as well as the world. |
| INSIDE THE APEX MUSEUM |
Visit the Yates and Milton Drug Store, one
of Atlanta's first Black owned businesses.
Hear the stories of early African American
pioneers in Atlanta. Learn about the
powerful Black Families that helped to
make Atlanta great. See things from an era
gone, and items that have transcended
through time. The APEX has extensive
information on the history of Auburn
Avenue. Inside you will find artifacts,
photographs and multi-media
presentations on the African American
cultural experience both past and present.
of Atlanta's first Black owned businesses.
Hear the stories of early African American
pioneers in Atlanta. Learn about the
powerful Black Families that helped to
make Atlanta great. See things from an era
gone, and items that have transcended
through time. The APEX has extensive
information on the history of Auburn
Avenue. Inside you will find artifacts,
photographs and multi-media
presentations on the African American
cultural experience both past and present.
All Aboard! Our Trolley Theater
provides the right atmosphere
for video presentations on
African American experiences.
Videos shown are; "Sweet
Auburn: Street of Pride", "The
Journey", and a number of
children's shows (The
Croations presentation of
inventor Lewis Latimer) &
(African Tales of courage,
honesty and respect).
provides the right atmosphere
for video presentations on
African American experiences.
Videos shown are; "Sweet
Auburn: Street of Pride", "The
Journey", and a number of
children's shows (The
Croations presentation of
inventor Lewis Latimer) &
(African Tales of courage,
honesty and respect).
Meet our knowledgeable docents, as
they share educational information to
the young and young at heart. Learn
about Africa and African American
people from resourceful guides as
they help bring your APEX Museum
visit to life! You are sure to learn
something great during your visit to
The APEX Museum.
they share educational information to
the young and young at heart. Learn
about Africa and African American
people from resourceful guides as
they help bring your APEX Museum
visit to life! You are sure to learn
something great during your visit to
The APEX Museum.
In the Hall of Achievement, donated by
BellSouth, you will find information on
African American achievers. The various
disciplines shown are; Black Musicians in
Georgia, Black Arts & Cultural
Organizations, Educational & Community
Spirit, Business/Professionals, Black
Firsts in Georgia, Georgia Black Olympian
& Para-Olympian Medalists, Saving Our
Children & Youth, Teachers of Excellence,
Young Black Achievers/Tomorrow's
Leaders, Atlanta Black Male Achievers,
Atlanta Black Female Achievers, Black
Living Legend of Baseball. This
permanent exhibit derived from the
BellSouth Black History Calendars dated
1984-1996, permanently sustains the
progress of African Americans.
BellSouth, you will find information on
African American achievers. The various
disciplines shown are; Black Musicians in
Georgia, Black Arts & Cultural
Organizations, Educational & Community
Spirit, Business/Professionals, Black
Firsts in Georgia, Georgia Black Olympian
& Para-Olympian Medalists, Saving Our
Children & Youth, Teachers of Excellence,
Young Black Achievers/Tomorrow's
Leaders, Atlanta Black Male Achievers,
Atlanta Black Female Achievers, Black
Living Legend of Baseball. This
permanent exhibit derived from the
BellSouth Black History Calendars dated
1984-1996, permanently sustains the
progress of African Americans.
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