Our Mission:
Preserving and presenting the African American legacy and promoting racial reconciliation in Northern Virginia
The Tinner Hill Heritage Foundation was established in 1997 as a 501 c (3) nonprofit corporation chartered in the Commonwealth of Virginia.
Preserve the rich cultural heritage of pioneering African Americans who fought racial segregation and established the nation’s first rural branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP).
Promote understanding and respect for all people, sponsor educational and other activities designed to increase awareness for the achievements African Americans have made in Falls Church and Virginia.
Recognize the achievements of special individuals and groups by developing written materials; creating memorials and monuments; Organizing festivals, cultural events and observations, and exhibitions; sponsoring workshops and seminars
Create Educational opportunities to disseminate to teachers, students, and the general public the rich history of Tinner Hill and the citizens of the region providing photographic reproductions, videotaped productions, and online information services; and by any other appropriate means.
Preservation
We share local, state, and national African American history and promote respect and unity among all people.
Education
Tinner Hill has been recognized as the location of the first rural branch of the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP) in the United States.
Social Justice
The Social Justice Committee of Falls Church and Vicinity is dedicated to building a local culture united in diversity.
