Quincy Jones

Quincy Jones, a University of the District of Columbia student pursuing an associate degree in Graphic Design, serves as a Historic Interpretation Intern with National Capital Parks-East through the HBCUI Internship Program.

Prior to his HBCUI internship, Quincy gained extensive experience in historical interpretation, graphic design, community engagement, and cultural programming. Through his previous work with National Capital Parks-East Historic Homes, he provided formal and informal historical interpretation at the Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, Mary McLeod Bethune Council House National Historic Site, and Carter G. Woodson Home National Historic Site. He delivered interpretive talks and guided tours for audiences ranging from individual visitors to groups of up to 500 people, supported visitor center operations, assisted with special events, and developed digital and social media content. Quincy also brought his graphic design skills to his public history work, creating artwork used for publicity materials and a commemorative Junior Ranger Book celebrating major milestones in the legacy of Dr. Carter G. Woodson and Black History Month.

During his HBCUI internship with National Capital Parks-East, Quincy continues to deepen his experience in public history and historical interpretation while helping visitors connect with some of the nation’s most significant African American heritage sites. Through interpretive talks, guided tours, visitor services, educational programming, special events, and digital media, he helps share the histories and legacies of influential figures including Frederick Douglass, Mary McLeod Bethune, and Dr. Carter G. Woodson. His internship also provides opportunities to explore museum collections, resource management, exhibit development, and the many ways the National Park Service uses personal interpretation, exhibits, and digital media to create meaningful visitor experiences.

Through this experience, Quincy is strengthening his skills in public speaking, historical research, audience engagement, interpretive program development, visitor services, and digital storytelling. His unique combination of historical interpretation and graphic design allows him to approach public history through both personal communication and visual storytelling. By connecting history, art, education, and public service, Quincy is building valuable professional experience while helping make nationally significant stories accessible and engaging for visitors of all ages and backgrounds.