Black Wall Street: Tulsa’s Greenwood District and the Legacy of Economic Power
Articru Scribes Uncover the story of What Is Black Wall Street and Why It Matters in Black Economic History, a testament to Black economic resilience and prosperity.
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DOJ Report on the Tulsa Race Massacre: Federal Findings and the Fight for Reparations
On January 10, 2025, The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) released a report on the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, shedding light on the tragic events that destroyed Greenwood, Tulsa—a district…
Survivor Stories from the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre and Black Wall Street
The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, one of the darkest chapters in American history, devastated the thriving community of Greenwood, also known as Black Wall Street. The survivors of this tragedy,…
Black Wall Street Founders: The Visionaries Who Built Greenwood
Discover the Black Wall Street Founders and Visionaries Who Built Historic Greenwood. Learn about the pioneers behind one of America's most thriving African American communities.
O.W. Gurley: Visionary Founder of Black Wall Street
Ottowa W. (O.W.) Gurley was a pioneering entrepreneur, philanthropist, and visionary whose determination to create opportunities for African Americans redefined the possibilities of economic empowerment. As the architect behind Greenwood,…
J.B. Stradford: The Visionary Behind Black Wall Street
J.B. Stradford, Black Wall Street founder and architect of Greenwood’s economic legacy, was a pioneering entrepreneur, visionary leader, and staunch advocate for Black independence. Born into freedom but surrounded by…
The Modern Black Wall Streets Emerging Across the U.S.
The original Black Wall Street in Tulsa, Oklahoma, and Durham’s Hayti District were iconic symbols of African American economic empowerment and resilience during the early 20th century. These communities thrived…
Rebuilding Black Economic Centers: Lessons from the Past
The legacy of historic Black Wall Streets—such as Tulsa’s Greenwood District, Durham’s Hayti District, and Indianapolis’ Indiana Avenue—remains a powerful testament to African American resilience, entrepreneurship, and community building. These…
How Urban Renewal Impacted Black Wall Streets Across America
The mid-20th century was a time of significant change in American cities, driven by federal and local urban renewal policies. While these policies were often framed as efforts to modernize…
Harlem Renaissance and Economic Empowerment: More Than Just Arts
The Harlem Renaissance is often celebrated as a golden age of African American art, literature, and music. However, this cultural movement was deeply intertwined with economic empowerment and Black business…
Boley, Oklahoma: A Black-Owned Town That Defied the Odds
In the early 20th century, as racial segregation and systemic oppression dominated the American South, a remarkable phenomenon emerged: all-Black towns. These communities, founded and governed by African Americans, were…
Los Angeles’ Central Avenue: A Forgotten Black Wall Street
Los Angeles’ Central Avenue holds a unique place in the history of African American culture, business, and activism. Often overshadowed by the more widely known Black Wall Streets of Tulsa…