Heritage West uses archaeological methods to highlight and add material weight to the stories of individuals who lived in the now-destroyed Black Bottom neighborhood of West Philadelphia from the 19th century to the present.

We use a community-archaeology model to bring West Philadelphia community members together in the process of recovering stories and uplifting the voices of the thriving Black Bottom community that was displaced through racist practices under the guise of urban renewal.

We invite you to join us in this important work.