Event Details: What: AAHF Community Kick-Off!

LOUISVILLE, KY- The African American Heritage Foundation invites members of the media to the AAHF Community Kick-Off! The Foundation celebrates 35 years of impact and this event will connect the Foundation to the community and complete phase 1 of the “Road to 35” strategic planning process. 

Date: Saturday August 1st, 2026 11:30am – 2pm

Location: Kentucky Center for African American Heritage, 1701 West Muhammad Ali Blvd. 

Activations: Drum call and performance with Akoben Rooted Drum Collective 11:45am Black Prosperity Magazine Launch with Black Azz Camping 12:00pm-2:00pmTiny Desk Art Show with Okike and Black ARTchive Inc. 12:00pm-2:00pmHeritage Passport with The Sis That Journals, Dallum Ventures, and Future Ancestors 12:00pm-1:00pm

Coverage Opportunities: Q&A after the event interview opportunities with SteVon Edwards and other community partners present community photo opportunities/ B-roll

The African American Heritage Foundation Inc. is dedicated to preserving and disseminating  the cultural traditions and accomplishments of the African American community.  Learn more at www.aahfinc.org