Justice, Balance and Achievement: African Americans in the California Courts

This exhibition examines the achievements of African American judicial leadership and how some court cases have shaped the experiences of African Americans in California. Through objects and photos, the exhibit also celebrates the 17 African American justices who served on the Supreme Court and Courts of Appeal in California, also highlighting significant 19th and 20th century cases that influenced and shaped our communities. Organized by CAAM, this exhibition combines two previous exhibitions: …And Justice For All, curated by the California Legislative Black Caucus and the Administrative Office of the Courts and African Americans in the California Courts, curated by the California Judicial Center Library at the California Supreme Court and the Court of Appeal, First Appellate District in San Francisco.