Meet the Staff

The staff of the Meek-Eaton Black Archives is a professional and knowledgeable team that serves as a vital asset to the organization. Their deep expertise drives effective problem-solving, sound decision-making, and the consistent delivery of high-quality outcomes. We are committed to investing in staff development and creating opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth to ensure we remain leaders in our field. Our organizational culture fosters collaboration and knowledge sharing, enabling us to fully leverage the strengths and talents of our team.

Autumn Heatrice

Mellon Museum Registrar

Barbara Twyman

Smithsonian HCAC Digital Humanities Program Manager

Cariane Geffrard

Smithsonian HCAC Fellow

Darrell Dawson

Facility Coordinator

Elizabeth Dawson, Ph.D.

Research Associate/Archivist

Johana Marie Williams

IMLS Project Archivist

Jordan Barker

MASS Program Intern

Khristen Johnson

Office Manager

Terrie Vail

Smithsonian HCAC Intern