The St. Joseph's Historic Foundation, Inc. (SJHF)

founded in 1975 is an African American cultural and educational institution deeply rooted in the historic Hayti community of Durham, North Carolina.

SJHF is dedicated to advancing cultural understanding through diverse programs that examine the experiences of Americans of African descent — locally, nationally and globally.

The Foundation is committed to preserving, restoring and developing the Hayti Heritage Center, the former St. Joseph's AME Church, a National Historic Landmark, as a cultural and economic anchor to the greater Durham community.

News & Event Archives

Meet the Artist: J. Stacy Utley

J. Stacy Utley is an up and coming artist whose work invites you to engage all of your senses, emotions and memories.  While some artists ...


“I Got the Blues” Exhibit

The St. Joseph's Historic Foundation, Inc. will exhibit the photographs of Mel Brown, Bull Durham Blues ...


Another Point of View

The Lyda Moore Merrick Gallery at Hayti Heritage Center will host “Another Point of View” ...