FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Dr. kYmberly Keeton
Email: dr.keeton@aacat1870.info
Website: www.aacat1870.info

The ICAN School of Education, Archives & Narratives and the Texas African American Community Archives Project proudly present…

AACAT1870 – Introduction to African American Community Archives Theory

Fort Worth, TX – June 25, 2025 – The ICAN School of Education, Archives & Narratives and the Texas African American Community Archives Project are excited to announce that enrollment is now open for AACAT1870: Introduction to African American Community Archives Theory, an instructor-led online course. Registration closes October 15, 2025.

This six‑session course provides an in‑depth exploration of archival practices, theory, and history rooted in African American communities. Participants will gain knowledge and skills to preserve, interpret, and advocate for African American cultural heritage through a community‑centered lens.

The course will be taught using the Canvas online learning platform, providing a seamless virtual classroom experience for live sessions, discussions, and resources.

Course Highlights:

• Instructor-led, Six Live Sessions: Structured learning with real‑time instruction and feedback.
  
• Expert Faculty: Learn from archival and education professionals experienced in African American community archives.
  
• Comprehensive Curriculum: Covering archival theory, preservation methods, ethical stewardship, and community engagement.
  
• Who Should Enroll: Archivists, librarians, educators, community historians, students, cultural workers, and anyone interested in preserving African American history.
  
• Scholarships Available: Financial assistance is offered to support equitable access.
  

From the Instructor, Dr. kYmberly Keeton:

“As a librarian, archivist, and community historian, I created this survey course in response to the ongoing erasure and politicization of African American history, archives, and cultural memory. This course is a radical assertion of community-based knowledge and archival sovereignty. Rather than waiting for traditional institutions to validate my work, I’ve built an independent learning space rooted in Black archival theory, historical truth-telling, and cultural self-determination—designed to educate, empower, and preserve on our terms.”

Schedule & Registration Details:
Enrollment is now open and closes October 15, 2025, via the course website at www.aacat1870.info. Full course schedule, instructor biography, session descriptions, registration information, and scholarship application details are available online.

About the Presenters:
The ICAN School of Education, Archives & Narratives is dedicated to advancing knowledge and practice at the intersections of education, cultural memory, and narrative. The Texas African American Community Archives Project (TAAACAP) works statewide to support the documentation, preservation, and celebration of African American history through training, resources, and engagement.

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For media inquiries or more information, contact Dr. kYmberly Keeton at dr.keeton@aacat1870.info or visit www.aacat1870.info.