The Marian Cheek Jackson Center for Saving and Making History

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The Marian Cheek Jackson Center for Saving and Making History Dedicated to honoring, renewing, and building the historically Black neighborhoods in Chapel Hill, NC

The Marian Cheek Jackson Center is a hub of creative action dedicated to preserving the future of historically Black neighborhoods in Chapel Hill, NC. Located in the heart of the Northside community, Center staff work in collaboration with Northside neighbors and friends to respect and to serve histories that, even as they are told, make new history out of Emancipation, Reconstruction, Jim Crow, civil rights struggle, and desegregation. Today Northside and Pine Knolls are among the most racially, ethnically, and economically diverse neighborhoods in the region.

See you at the GNI Community Cookout tomorrow!
09/23/2026

See you at the GNI Community Cookout tomorrow!

Are you a UNC student who is interested in engaging in service in Northside alongside a dedicated team of student volunt...
09/01/2026

Are you a UNC student who is interested in engaging in service in Northside alongside a dedicated team of student volunteers? Are you interested in joining a longstanding legacy of activism and advocacy in our historically Black neighborhoods? Are you interested in cultivating meaningful relationships with long-term residents through monthly community events, service days, and other fun programming for students and community members?

Then come to the MCJC Student Leadership Group’s first meeting of the year tomorrow, Wednesday, 9/2 from 6-8pm at the Campus Y Boardroom (the classroom behind the Meantime Coffee shop)! Food will be provided :)

LAST REMINDER TO RSVP FOR OUR COMMUNITY POOL PARTY! Dive into history at our 4th annual A.D. Clark Pool Party, Friday, 8...
08/26/2026

LAST REMINDER TO RSVP FOR OUR COMMUNITY POOL PARTY!

Dive into history at our 4th annual A.D. Clark Pool Party, Friday, 8/28 from 5:30-7:30pm! Celebrate the history of Chapel Hill’s first public pool for Black residents with free food, games for kids of all ages, and storytelling. RSVP by 8/27 by calling 919-970-1670 and leaving a message with your name, # of guests, and your phone number!

Enjoy the warm weather with our warm N. Graham St. community this Saturday, 8/22 between 4-6pm at a back-to-school porch...
08/18/2026

Enjoy the warm weather with our warm N. Graham St. community this Saturday, 8/22 between 4-6pm at a back-to-school porch party & open house! Neighbors will be hosting an ice cream social next door to our open house at 224 N Graham St, Chapel Hill, NC.

About the home:
Welcome to N. Graham St. a
tight-knit community perfect for families. This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home features an open floor plan filled with natural light, creating a bright and inviting space.

This home features a backyard built for relaxing and gathering, a new deck, and a spacious shed offer room to store all your gear. Solar panels on the roof add energy efficiency and long-term savings.

Downtown Chapel Hill and Carrboro are both a short walk away, providing easy access to local shops, restaurants, and everything else that makes this area special.

Property will be sold at cost ~$400,000

Details:
~1,850 sq ft
3 bed / 2 bath
Renovations Include:
Sealed crawlspace
Updated HVAC
Open floor plan
Solar panels
New deck

If you are interested in seeing this house on a different date, schedule a viewing with Emily ([email protected])

Dive into history at our 4th annual A.D. Clark Pool Party, Saturday, 8/28 from 5:30-7:30pm! Celebrate the history of Cha...
08/18/2026

Dive into history at our 4th annual A.D. Clark Pool Party, Saturday, 8/28 from 5:30-7:30pm! Celebrate the history of Chapel Hill’s first public pool for Black residents with free food, games for kids of all ages, and storytelling. Remember to RSVP by 8/27 by calling 919-970-1670 (we need your name, # of guests, and your phone number)!

08/06/2026

Why food? Our Learning Across Generations Director Aisha Booze-hall explains how the theme for our 2026 Sankofa Freedom School was selected!

Southern Vision Alliance United Church of Chapel Hill

This Saturday, August 8 from 3-5:30 pm, join us at the Voter Education Forum at the Drakeford Library Complex in Carrbor...
08/03/2026

This Saturday, August 8 from 3-5:30 pm, join us at the Voter Education Forum at the Drakeford Library Complex in Carrboro. Danita Mason-Hogans will be speaking on the history of the Voting Rights Act and where we stand today. Her talk will be followed by 3 breakout sessions on voter registration; voter education topics, including voter protection, mail-in ballots, voter ID; and voting the whole ballot. Participants will be empowered with information that will enable them to empower others to exercise their right to vote!

This is 224 N. Graham St., a 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1185 sq. ft. home nestled inside a warm, tight-knit neighborhood perfect...
07/28/2026

This is 224 N. Graham St., a 3-bedroom, 2-bath, 1185 sq. ft. home nestled inside a warm, tight-knit neighborhood perfect for families. This home features an open floor plan filled with natural light, creating a bright and inviting space.

Other highlights include backyard built for relaxing and gathering, a new deck, and a spacious shed with room to store all your gear. Solar panels on the roof add energy efficiency and long-term savings.

Downtown Chapel Hill and Carrboro are both a short stroll away—enjoy easy access to local shops, restaurants, and everything that makes this area special.

Caught your eye? Contact us at 919-960-1670 or [email protected] for more details or next steps!

Join us this Monday, July 20th at 4pm and 6:30pm Chelsea Theater for our annual Community Cinema Event, featuring an ori...
07/15/2026

Join us this Monday, July 20th at 4pm and 6:30pm Chelsea Theater for our annual Community Cinema Event, featuring an original documentary about the history of the Hargraves Community Center and the A.D. Clark Pool. Free admission & popcorn & a drink!

Call our office at 919-960-1670 or email [email protected] to reserve a spot! Leave a message with your name, the # of seats you want to save for which showing, and your phone number.

The Marian Cheek Jackson Center is currently accepting applications for a co-Director in Housing Justice! For this posit...
05/12/2026

The Marian Cheek Jackson Center is currently accepting applications for a co-Director in Housing Justice! For this position, we are seeking a creative, justice-oriented person with experience and interest in land-use, research, and project management. This is a full-time role that will help advance and add critical capacity to the Northside Neighborhood Initiative. This position will also work closely with our current Director of Housing Justice, the MCJC housing justice team, and the Executive Director.

For more information about the position, visit https://jacksoncenter.info/hiring/

Questions? Email [email protected]

Address

512 W Rosemary Street
Chapel Hill, NC
27516

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+19199601670

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