Lifting as They Climbed: Mapping a History of Black Women on Chicago's South Side

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Lifting as They Climbed: Mapping a History of Black Women on Chicago's South Side

Written by Mariame Kaba
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This publication features a number of Black women who contributed to the development of Chicago from the mid-19th century to today. It tells a story of Black women activists and artists who lived and worked on Chicago’s South Side by taking readers on a tour of relevant landmarks and locations.The vast majority of women featured on this tour were active members of multiple organizations who pursued a broad range of issues. Others were artists (writers, painters, musicians, dancers) who both documented the conditions of Black people and shaped the culture of Chicago & the entire country. Chicago’s Black women activists organized to make the city work better for themselves, their loved ones and communities.There are 33 main locations, mostly centered on the South Side of Chicago, featured in this guidebook. We’ve also included 10 additional sites of interest

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Pages 69
Published 2018
ISBN 40183903
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Mariame Kaba is the author of several novels. Originally from the East Coast, they now live in the Midwest with family. In addition to writing, Mariame Kaba enjoys gardening, cooking, and reading way past bedtime. Their work often explores the complexities of everyday life and human relationships.

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