Who we are

We preserve, Protect & Amplify Culture, Commerce & Community

Club Del Morocco on Historic Jefferson Street

our mission

The Jefferson Street Historical Society (JSHS) mission is to amplify, preserve and protect the world renowned- Historic Jefferson Street and its nearly 90+ Black owned businesses in a community-focused and sustainable way.

At our core, we aim to strengthen our community through beautification projects and cultural economics to make the appearance of Historic Jefferson Street hold power of its 158 year old legacy.

A modern day Black Wall Street and the only street in America today with Black owned businesses and three HBCUs, seven (7) music stages, and millions of historic moments cited and unknown to tell.

JSHS will evoke preservation guidelines that will allow us to improve the presentation of our beloved Jefferson Street.

JSHS is here to preserve and protect the culture, commerce and community born on Historic Jefferson St. for the last 158 years.

JSHS is committed to arts and culture thriving on Historic Jefferson Street.

Saving Our History & Landmarks

How We’re Different

We’re a group of merchants, residents, and advocates with skin in the game working together to preserve our shared history and create a sustainable future promoting cooperative economics.

Our Trusted Board

Monchiere’ Holmes-Jones

President & Chair of Board
Jordan Harris

Vice Chair
Ashley Currie

Secretary
Dr. Lea Williams

Historian
Rosetta Miller-Perry

Board Member
Stephanie Pruitt Gaines

Board Member
Edward Howard

Board Member
Lorenzo Washington

Board Member
Keith Morgan

Board Member
Michelle Ogunyemi

Board Member
Nate Harris

Board Member
Sharon Reynolds

Board Member
Pastor Chris Jackson

Board Member
Caprisha Hudson

Board Member
Frederick Jones

Board Member
Karen Coffee

Board Member
Jason Luntz

Board Member

What’s To Come

20 new businesses

Welcome 20 new businesses by 2026.
Self-Guided Walking Tours

Add self-guided walking tours.
Cultural district designation

Collaborate with city leaders for the designation of Cultural District
Beautification Projects

Enhance marketing, lighting, crosswalks, and beautification projects.