What We Do
The Black Scranton Project exposes our community to the historic narratives of the African American community of Scranton, PA and cultivates awareness and unity through arts and public history.
Who We Are
Black Scranton is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and local heritage initiative dedicated to archiving and celebrating Black history and culture of the Scranton, PA region. The Black Scranton Project aims to uplift the creative and cultural spirit in the Scranton area by supporting community artistic and ethnic representation in an effort to elevate the core of neighborhood culture.
Make a donation.
Black Scranton Project, Inc. was designated as a community organization and given 501(c)(3) status by the United States Treasury Department effective June 19, 2019 and allocates donations to satisfy its mission and accomplish its programs goals. All fundraising activities are overseen and managed by the board of directors of BSP.
Get in touch.
We love connecting with our community. Whether you are interested in volunteering, have a question, or want to collaborate. Drop us a line and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
Black Excellence Gala 2022 at the Radisson Hotel, Scranton PA
Black Scranton Project, Juneteenth Jubilee at Nay Aug Park 2020:
(from left to right) Travis Prince, Glynis Johns, Alexander Lester, Koni Bennett-Mathieu, and Bettina Hobson. (backround: DJ Nellz)