Our Mission is to educate, empower and heal

the Philadelphia African American community

through the celebration of our history, culture and African values. 

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Join Us!

Now Accepting New Members

• Fill out the application

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• Email the completed application to blackdocents@gmail.com

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• Expect a few weeks before we get back to you. 

If you...

• Value, respect and have a passion for the African American experience and community.

• Recognize that African American History is foundational to American History.

• Take scholarship and connect it to the history of this space.

• Are an active Docent or Tour Guide.

• Are a Student of African American History.

• Are a self-taught Individual with a passion for African American History.

If you enjoy . . .

• Telling a good story.

• Meeting new people and interacting with diverse audiences, age groups, and learning styles.

• Participating in ongoing learning.

If you are interested in joining this dynamic, motivated group and providing an indispensable service to thousands, we welcome your application.

Docent Michael Clemmons worked with Professor Donna Rilling to successfully preserve the Smith-Whipper House.

Black Businesses in 1838 Philadelphia

Docent Michiko Quinones worked with the Historical Society of Pennsylvania to digitize the 1838 Pennsylvania Abolition Society Census of the Free Black Community.  See the full exhibit.