The Hammond Design Group (HDG) and Rhodes+Brito Architects (R+B) partnered to compete for the design of the Museum of African American Culture & History. The Request for Proposals (RFP) was issued by the City of Apalachicola, Florida, with funding secured through the efforts of local residents. This cultural museum was envisioned to honor the rich history and architectural heritage of the Holy Family Senior Center, where the museum would be located.
Situated within the Apalachicola Historic District, the Historic Holy Family Senior/Community Center is a Mission-style building constructed in 1929 as a Catholic school serving the Black community. Over the years, the facility also functioned as a church and community hub before being deemed unsafe. The City of Apalachicola later acquired and renovated the property, reopening it as a senior center in 2012. This structure is a contributing property within the National Register of Historic Places, further emphasizing its historical significance.
