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Board of Trustees

Our Board of Trustees is comprised of community leaders and professionals committed to advancing our mission of celebrating African American art, history, and culture. 

Officers

PRESIDENT

Jeff Moyer

Vice President of Human Resources, TRAVELERS

VICE PRESIDENT

Emilie de Brigard

Filmmaker & Arts Supporter

VICE PRESIDENT

Diane Cloud, EdD

PAST PRESIDENT

Aaron Crosson, Sr

TREASURER

Martin John, CPA

Senior Vice President Head of Financial Planning & Analysis, HARTFORD STEAM BOILER INSURANCE CO. 

SECRETARY

Maisie Russell

Assistant Vice President of Tax, TRAVELERS

Board of Trustees

Francine Austin

Entrepreneur, Philanthropist

The Honorable Vanessa L. Bryant

Federal Judge, District Court, District of Connecticut

Sasha Douglas

Assistant Superintendent Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) Schools

Ellis Echeverria

Art Director, Artist

Kathy Hermes, PhD

Publisher, Connecticut Explored

Jeffrey Hines, MD

Chief Diversity Officer, University of Connecticut Health System

Susan Johnson

Chief Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Officer, THE HARTFORD

Lauren Jones

College and Career Advisor, CREC Open Choice

David Kinahan

Advancement and Development Executive

Sarah Lewis

Chief Equity Officer, HARTFORD HEALTHCARE CENTER FOR EQUITY

Brad Meacham

Corporate Attorney, Raytheon Company & Director, Bristol Hospital

JoAnn Price

Co-Founder, Managing Partner FAIRVIEW CAPITAL PARTNERS

Kimberley Scott

Business Owner

Paula Silas Guy

Media Consultant

Fiona Vernal, PhD

Director of Engaged, Public, Oral, and Community Histories & Associate Professor of History and Africana Studies, UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTCUT

Roy Wills

Senior VP, SoftServe Inc.

Honorary
Ex-Officio

Dr. R. Eileen Baccus

Eleanor Blake

Sanford Cloud Jr., Esq.

Gregory E. Deavens

David Driskell (In Memoriam)

Ed Johnetta Miller

Ellen Nurse

Beverly Morgan-Welch

John H. Motley

Claire M. Pryor​ (In Memoriam)

Wes Thompson

Teri Trotter

Cynthia Williams

Joyce Willis (In Memoriam)

Shawn Wooden

Duffield Ashmead

Jeff Brown

Matthew Hargraves

Value Statements

At the Amistad Center for Art & Culture, our core values guide everything we do. They reflect our commitment to inclusivity, innovation, and community engagement. These statements serve as the foundation for our initiatives, ensuring that we remain dedicated to fostering a diverse and welcoming environment for all.

Diversity Statement
At the Amistad Center for Art & Culture, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated and respected. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives enriches our community and enhances our ability to innovate and grow. We strive to ensure that our programs, exhibitions, and partnerships reflect the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our audience, staff, and artists. By promoting equality and inclusion, we aim to create a space where everyone feels valued and empowered.
Accessibility Statement
The Amistad Center for Art & Culture is committed to ensuring our website is accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. We strive to adhere to the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1, aiming for Level AA compliance. Our goal is to make our content usable and accessible for all visitors. If you encounter any accessibility issues or have suggestions for improvement, please contact us.

Mission

To honor, preserve and celebrate in community the art and cultural contributions of all people of African descent.

Vision

To be a haven for discovery, reflection, and inspiration.

Promise

We complete the story of America through creative expression and inspiring cross-cultural conversations and experiences.

Priorities

Enhancing community impact through expanded access, engagement, enriched education programs, and dynamic exhibits, while strengthening internal capacity by attracting innovative leadership, increasing sustainable revenue, and improving technology capabilities.
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  • amistadcenter@amistadcenter.org
  • 600 Main Street Hartford, CT 06103
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“This program was made possibly by funds provided by the State of CT through the American Rescue Plan Act – Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Fund administered by the CT Office of the Arts, Department of Economic & Community Development.”

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