The institutions main objectives are as follows:

• To provide a gathering place and an educational resource to celebrate identity and achievement of the contributions African Americans have made in the development and settlement of the Great Plains region adhering to authenticity and truthfulness in the presentation of this history.
• To inspire learning and contributions to knowledge cooperating with schools, historic sites, and other institutions in and beyond Omaha to facilitate research, instruction, and artistic expression.
• Strengthen commitments to social justice and bridge cultural differences.
• It will offer a context in which to understand local and regional African-American history and culture, through providing information about national and global history of African and African-American history and culture.
• Through our partnerships and our committees we must foster the growth of much needed community leaders and organizations to which emphasis will be placed on effective community outreach programs targeting youth, parents, and community organizations.