African American Museum of Rhode Island honors contributions by Black women to state

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The African American Museum of Rhode Island held its inaugural preservation breakfast Monday, honoring Black women who have made contributions to the Ocean State.

The event was also a fundraiser for the museum, which works diligently to preserve Rhode Island Black history and turn that history into empowerment.

Founders of the museum say Monday’s speakers are the building blocks of the museum’s purpose who have worked as elected officials, judicial officers and community organization founders.

The keynote speaker was attorney Misty Delgado, Chief of Staff for the state department of children, youth and families.