Yes We Can!

Just as Barack Obama became the first African-American President of the United States, you too, can achieve great things right here in the Inland Empire.

Now you can Engrave Barack Obama’s Legacy into our local community by supporting the acquisition of a magnificent Presidential Bronze bust of our 44th President.

Join the Riverside African-American Historical Society in raising $15,000 for this extraordinary Presidential Bronze, which will be prominently displayed at the (soon to be built) Civil Rights Institute located at Mission Heritage Plaza in Riverside, California.

How it works

All donors ($25 level and above) will receive the hardcover book featuring all 44 African-American artists’ busts in the Visions of Our 44th President Exhibition.

The goal: Acquisition of the Barack Obama Presidential Bronze.

All donations exceeding $15,000 will fund the construction of the Civil Rights Institute — Riverside African-American Historical Society’s 2018 Capital Campaign.

Thank you so much for your support!

All items will be available for pick-up at the Riverside African-American Historical Society, 3933 Mission Inn Avenue, Riverside, CA 92501.

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SUGGESTED DONATION LEVELS

COMMUNITY — $10
Your name proudly mentioned in our annual report

FRIEND — $25
1 book and your name proudly mentioned in our annual report

FAMILY — $100
5 books and your name proudly mentioned in our annual report (perfect for family gifts)

AMBASSADOR — $600
A case of 30 books and your name proudly mentioned in our annual report (perfect for business owners to gift to customers, employees or colleagues)

HISTORY MAKER — $15,000
An engraved plaque acknowledging the donor will be permanently affixed and displayed on the Presidential Bronze (granite pedestal) at the Civil Rights Institute. This is an exclusive opportunity for only one person or entity.

All About the Visions Exhibition

Visions Exhibition
Visions is an exhibition of realistic, life-sized busts designed, painted, and/or embellished by 44 contemporary African-American artists. Visions of Our 44th President is an exhibit of historic importance.

Visions Collectors Edition Exhibition Catalog
This beautifully produced hardcover book features photos of all 44 busts with each of the 44 African-American artist’s statements. Perfect to be cherished or as a gift.

Barack Obama Presidential Bronze Bust

The Barack Obama Presidential Bronze powerfully displays his iconic stature and legacy, and will inspire hope for generations to come for the entire Inland Empire community. The Presidential Bronze is a life-sized masterpiece and is the same authentic model that was used by 44 contemporary African-American artists in the highly-acclaimed Visions of Our 44th President exhibition. Superbly reproduced by one of the nation’s leading foundries, Artworks Foundry of Berkeley, CA, the Barack Obama Presidential Bronze has the provenance, authenticity and gravitas expected of a work depicting such a transformative leader.

Riverside African American Historical Inc

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Engrave Barack Obama's Legacy into the Inland Empire