History Colorado is beginning a new survey of travel and investigation of local green book sites. These sites were critical for the survival of thousands of Black Americans in an era of segregation and hate crimes. Now, stories of such sites will continue to be amplified.
History Colorado is beginning a new survey of travel and investigation of local green book sites. These sites were critical for the survival of thousands of Black Americans in an era of segregation and hate crimes. Now, stories of such sites will continue to be amplified.
Victor Green, a Black mail carrier who lived in Harlem, was frustrated when he continually faced racism while traveling around the country in the 1930s. Hoping to protect himself and other Black travelers, Green came up with a guide that would make it easier to find safe places around the U.S. This guide, known as… Continue reading Colorado Historians Advocate For State And National Recognition Of Green Book Sites
The legislation outlines plans ".to designate or approve supplementary signs for historic site signs identifying Green Book locations and businesses in the Commonwealth."
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