In this episode of Let’s Talk FAM, we’re celebrating the grand opening of Living Legacies: African American History in the Fredericksburg Area, a powerful new exhibition opening May 30, 2025. Curated by Dr. Gaila Sims, this community-centered exhibition honors the past and present contributions of African American changemakers in our region through artifacts, photographs, and personal stories.Kelli sits down with Gaila to discuss the process behind curating the exhibition, what it means to preserve living legacies, and how working directly with local families helped shape this meaningful project. It’s a behind-the-scenes look at how history comes alive through community, collaboration, and care.

Let’s Talk FAM is your behind-the-scenes look at the Fredericksburg Area Museum. Hosted by Kelli Carneal, FAM’s communications and development lead, each episode features real talk with the team and special guests about exhibits, events, and the stories that shape our community.