Northhampton News

Gov. Wolf thinks the Crispus Attucks York African American History Center will bring together a community that’s been divided over happenings of the past.

Governor Tom Wolf went to visit the future site of the Crispus Attucks York African American History & Lecture Center. The site received a $4 million state investment through the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP).

"This project to build the Crispus Attucks York African American History Center will bring together a community that's been divided over happenings of the past," said Gov Wolf. "In addition to being a place where visitors can learn about and view pieces of history, it will provide the opportunity to hold conversations about the city's complex past and a chance to move forward, better, together. And, while telling this incredibly important story, the center will bring new visitors and an economic boost to York," added Gov. Wolf.

Gov. Wolf took office back in 2015. Ever since then, he has been actively involved in several projects including funding 46 RACP projects in York County totaling more than $116.2 million.

The $4 million RACP award that is being given to the center will help in a lot of things, including the construction of a three-storied history center that will help in exploration, documentation and showcasing of African American history and the impact it has placed on York County. It will also showcase the importance of African American contributions in general to the nation's history. Visitors to the history center can undertake guided tours or even choose to attend lectures of their choice that will explain different important moments in the history of York, according to a release

The museum will not only be shining a light on Black and African American communities but also help in bringing an economic boost to the region by drawing new visitors.