The Black Lives Matter movement has put a spotlight on a variety of African American issues, from racial profiling to our justice system. Another important element is the cultural contributions of African Americans in Greater Cleveland.
Western Reserve Historical Society has an interesting collection of stories and photographs outlining the vital role that African American leaders and musicians have played and continue to play in Northeast Ohio. Read about The Future Outlook League, The Agora’s role in promoting Black musicians, and other fascinating bits of history in the African American Archives Auxilliary on the Western Reserve Historical Society website.
Dig in and gain a deeper appreciation of local African American history at wrhs.org/blog/category/african-american-archives-auxiliary/.
