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.