The American Negro Academy (ANA) was a scholarly organization founded in 1897 by Alexander Crummell, W.E.B. Du Bois, and a group of prominent African American intellectuals and professionals. It was the first major learned society for African Americans in the United States.

The primary goal of the American Negro Academy was to promote the intellectual and cultural advancement of African Americans through research, publications, and public lectures. The organization focused on addressing issues related to race, education, history, and literature, and sought to challenge racist stereotypes and promote positive representations of African Americans in academia and society.

The American Negro Academy played a significant role in fostering intellectual and academic achievements within the African American community during a time when opportunities for higher education and scholarly pursuits were limited for Black individuals. The organization provided a platform for African American scholars, writers, and thinkers to engage in meaningful discussions and debates on a wide range of topics related to Black history and culture.

Although the American Negro Academy was dissolved in 1928, its legacy lives on as a pioneering institution that paved the way for future generations of African American scholars and intellectuals to continue the important work of promoting Black scholarship and advancing social justice.