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African American Appalachian Legacy

Welcome to AAAL, where our focus is on education, restoration and preservation of the history of African Americans in Appalachia.

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Who We Are

We are an organization comprised of residents of Appalachia and descendants of African American Appalachians interested in maintaining the legacy and preserving the history of African American Appalachians.

Map of the Appalachian Region by the ARC

About AAAL

Real Estate / Cemetery preservation

Purpose

To honor the legacy of African American Appalachians by preserving their history, restoring treasured cultural assets, and educating future generations.

Real Estate / Cemetery preservation