Boeing’s Extended Support for Preserving the African-American History Museum

5th June, 2008: The Boeing Company, the world’s leading aerospace company and the largest manufacturer of commercial jetliners and military aircraft has donated $5 million to the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture (NMAAHC), situated in Washington, D.C. The donation is given to support the endeavors of the design and construction of the museum.

Reportedly, Boeing is the biggest donor until now for the NMAAHC, since its inception in December 2003.

Tod Hullin, senior vice president, Boeing’s Public Policy department, has made the formal announcement of the donation.

He said,” Being a founding donor of the Museum, the company thrives to support the endeavors of African-American history museums and community leaders. He pledged the company’s strong support towards the development of the black community.”

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