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Raleigh's Black History and Heritage: 1945-1975

Raleigh's Black History and Heritage: 1945-1975

Raleigh's Black History and Heritage

The Raleigh Historic Development Commission (RHDC) is preparing a report that will identify places important to Black history and heritage between 1945-1975 in Raleigh. The report will include:

  • A list of significant historic places (both existing and lost).
  • A special focus on churches, entertainment venues, the Civil Rights movement, Black architects and builders, and the Biltmore Hills neighborhood.
  • Recommendations for buildings and sites that are eligible for the National Register of Historic Places.

Thank you for your interest in the study! You can learn more on Raleigh's Black History and Heritage project page. The survey will be open until September 20.

Can you provide any names or addresses of black-owned, operated, or frequented entertainment venues popular between 1945-1975?

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Can you provide any names or addresses of black-owned, operated, or frequented churches popular between 1945-1975?

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Can you provide any names of black architects, builders, engineers, or landscape architects popular between 1945-1975?

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Can you provide any names or addresses of places, sites, or events that were important to the Civil Rights movement between 1945-1975?

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Are there any important black history sites, places, or events during 1945-1975 that we should research but aren't included in the project's areas of focus?

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Please help us identify places by dropping a pin and a comment on the map. If you can't remember the location, post your description of the place and approximate area in the comment box below the map.