About Black History in Action: Cambridge
Anchored by the leadership of African diasporic families in Cambridgeport, St. Augustine's has ecumenically served a diverse and multi-ethnic community for decades. Reverend Miriam Eccles became the first woman ordained in the AOC, serving as an inspirational community leader for many decades.
View our annual report for 2022 here.
Our Team
- Kris Manjapra, Director
- Deena Bhanarai, Historical Research Associate
- Gabe Cira, Project Architect
- Rev. Charles Eccles, St. Augustine’s Church
- Aubrey Hartnett, Community Programming Associate
- Maggie McNally, Treasurer
- Rohini Roy, Strategy Development Associate
- John Shetterly, Clerk
Board Members
- Margaret Burnham, Northeastern School of Law
- Tony Clark, My Brother’s Keeper
- Charles Eccles, St. Augustine’s African Orthodox Church
- Edward Eccles, St Augustine’s African Orthodox Church
- Penny Outlaw, Partners in Health
- Paula Paris, History Cambridge
- Melony Swasey, Good Boston Living Realty
- Janie Ward, Simmons University
Partner Organizations
- Cambridge Arts
- Cambridge Community Foundation
- Cambridge Redevelopment Authority
- Massachusetts Cultural Council
- 1772 Foundation
- Cambridge Community Center
- Cambridge Foundry
- Cambridge Families of Color
- Cambridge Historical Commission
- Cambridge Women’s Commission
- Ulrich’s band/organization
- De Novo Center
- Tempo International
- Step Into Culture
Our Generous Sponsors
BHAC is grateful for the continued generous support of our sponsors!
