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EXHIBIT C ® Performance Measures <br /> The Cephas House Least Agreement.attachments: <br /> Cephas House <br /> 217 W MLK, San Marcos Texas, 78666 <br /> 512-393-8421 <br /> Cal aboosemuseum.org <br /> Mailing Address; PO Box 481, San Marcos,Texas 78666 <br /> Mission Statement: <br /> Our museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history and culture through <br /> engaging exhibits,educational programs,and community partnerships, we inspire curiosity, <br /> appreciation, and a deeper understanding of our shared heritage. <br /> Vision Statement: <br /> To be a vibrant cultural hub where history comes to life, fostering a sense of connection, <br /> learning, and pride in our past while inspiring future generations. <br /> The Cephas House is committed to engaging the community through interactive tours, <br /> educational programs, and collaborative events that celebrate our shared history. We actively <br /> partner with local schools, organizations, and city initiatives to foster cultural appreciation and <br /> lifelong learning. By serving as a gathering place for exploration and dialogue, we aim to <br /> strengthen community connections and contribute to the enrichment of our city's cultural <br /> landscape. <br /> Ulysses Cephas was a Blacksmith and leader within the African American community in the <br /> Dunbar neighborhood of San Marcos. This neighborhood was home to many influential <br /> residents, including composer Eddie Durham who pioneered.many of the elements of jazz and <br /> swing music from the 1930s to the 1950s. In response from residents of this neighborhood, who <br /> expressed concerns about the loss of many of the original and historic properties in this <br /> neighborhood, the city of San Marcos purchased the ]ionic with funds from the Community <br /> Development Block Grant and began efforts to restore the home. <br /> The effort to preserve the home began with residents of San Marcos, such as the late Johnnie <br /> Armstead. Armstead's legacy lives on across the street from this home, as his Calaboose African <br /> American History Museum. The home can serve a number of purposes, including as an annex for <br />