Ellen Zisholtz was the recipient of the Association of African American Museums’ 2017 Museum Leadership Award. The award recognizes the significant contributions made by an individual to the preservation, promotion, and interpretation of African and African American art, history, and culture. Zisholtz has dedicated her career to advancing the dialogue around civil rights and social justice across the United States through curating exhibitions, teaching, and conducting youth and community workshops. Zisholtz is also a member of the HCHSAA Board’s Diversity Committee.
