The Charles
Drew Memorial Culture House
is named in honor of Charles R. Drew '26. Dr. Drew was an outstanding
surgeon who discovered the chemical method for perserving blood,
and later became the director of the first American Blood Bank.
Dr. Drew suffered an untimely death in 1950 as the result of
a car accident.
This house has been named for Charles Drew not only
in honor of his outstanding achievements but also as a testament
to the continuous inspiration and example of achievements of black
people such as Charles Drew and to explore the cultures of Africa
and the Diaspora at large.
Drew House was founded as a space where members of
the Amherst community can engage in intellectual debate, social
activities, artistic expression, and all other endeavors which
highlight the accomplishments of blacks throughout the years and around
the world.
Contact Information:
For any questions concerning Charles Drew Memorial Culture House,
please contact the House Presidents, M.J. Smith '09, or Eric Nesmith 09, or the House Advisor
Andrea Rushing, Professor of English and Black Studies.
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Charles Drew Memorial Cultural House 
