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A Life-Saving Guide: Black Existence and The Green Book
February 1 @ 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Presented by Amy Borland
The Negro Motorist Green Book, published between 1936-1967, served as a safety net for Black people during a time of intense segregation, overt prejudice, and prevalent violence in America. Learn about what life was like for early Black residents in Indiana, the state and federal laws impacting Black existence, and what The Green Book was and why it was necessary. Finally, explore Indiana Green Book sites, specifically those in Fort Wayne and northeast Indiana, and hear how The Green Book influenced the Civil Rights Movement.
