Local History Talks: “We’re Still Here - Church Street Remembered” with Beth Batson, Dr. Beatrice Thompson, & Mary Frances Wardlaw

Program Type:

Black History Month, Educational, History & Genealogy

Age Group:

Adults
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Join us for Local History Talks, where we learn about Upstate South Carolina's rich history.

Church Street was a thriving center for African American commerce in downtown Anderson from 1907 until 1980, when most of the buildings were torn down to make way for a parking lot. The citizens on Church Street were educated, professional business owners who served as role models. At its mid-twentieth century zenith, there were shoppers by day and revelers by night. Artists and musicians lined the street engulfed by the thick aroma of barbecue, fried fish and festive libations.  

Dr. Beatrice Thompson, Mary Frances Wardlaw, and Beth Batson of the City of Anderson will share stories of the Church Street era and details of the public art installation in its honor. 

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