Oral history interview with Cynthia Matthews

Cynthia Matthews recalls becoming an advisory board member for the Anacostia Neighborhood Museum (now Anacostia Community Museum) during its inaugural year. She remembers the community involvement in the museum, its early exhibits, meetings, and performances. She describes the intern program, the many educational programs and activities for children, and how the exhibits reflected local social concerns. She also talks about her involvement in the transition to new leadership after John Kinard passed away, and how the relocation affected the nature of the museum. The interview was recorded on April 21, 1992. The audio quality is clear throughout the recording with some minor background noise. Exhibition mentioned: The Rat: Man's Invited Affliction.