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MUSEUM OF UNDERTOLD TEXAS HISTORY

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The Museum of Undertold Texas History (MOUTH) illuminates the captivating essence, spirit, and culture of African Americans as they lived during the eras of Texas' past.

Mission

MOUTH is committed to investigating, protecting, promoting, and sharing Texas' African American legacy with the public.

CELEBRATE!

An AWARDEE of the 2024 AAAMxAACRN Grant Program

MOUTH is a grantee of the Federally-Sponsored AAAM x AACRN Grant Program.

This grant, offered by the Association of African American Museums (AAAM) and the African American Civil Rights Network (AACRN), will support MOUTH's dedication to exploring and preserving the history of Black Texans.

EXHIBITION

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A proud member of the
African American Civil Rights Network (AACRN)
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The AACRN recognizes African American historical heritage through sites, collections, and programs.
The AACRN is a program of the National Park Service.
THE MUSEUM OF UNDERTOLD TEXAS HISTORY IS AN EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL AWARENESS NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO REVEALING THE UNDERTOLD STORIES OF TEXAS.

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THE UNDERTOLD

WHAT IS UNDERTOLD HISTORY?  

OUR STORY

The MOUTH concept grew from our founder's struggles to understand more about the early Black Texans. 

See how her experiences revealed the universal challenges others face when trying to learn Black history.

LEARN OUR STORY
THE MUSEUM OF UNDERTOLD TEXAS HISTORY IS AN EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL AWARENESS NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO REVEALING THE UNDERTOLD STORIES OF TEXAS.

African Americans
have a long history in
Texas.

The MOUTH is building a space to share their stories.

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SPECIAL EVENT

THE MOUTH'S FIFTH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION

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SAVE THE DATE

Saturday, October 19, 2024

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OPENING THE MOUTH

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Join our group of scholars, community members, historians, and dynamic professionals in our mission to share Texas history.
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Meet our Team

Learn about the people already moving the MOUTH project forward.
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The MOUTH IS CREATING THE ONLY COLLECTION exclusively dedicated to exploring the heritage of African Americans throughout every era of The TeXAS past.

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Museum of Undertold Texas History is a registered 501(c)(3) public charity. Your contributions and gifts are tax-deductible.

The MOUTH team belongs to a community of prominent organizations and leading historical researchers.