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Our Current Exhibit

This is the first in a series of exhibits to explore the extensive history of African Americans in Berkeley, beginning with the first early families, through the explosion in population during the wartime industry boom of World War II, and into the civil rights era and beyond. The series will explore housing issues, including racial covenants, redlining, fair housing legislation and the current displacement crisis; religious, social and business organizations; arts, entertainment, education, politics and sports; and notable Black contributors to the city’s civic life. This first exhibit focuses on four African American families: the Reids, the Howards, the Rumfords, and the Griffins. The exhibit will include a rich photographic record and personal memorabilia. Subsequent exhibits in the series will open in fall 2020 and fall 2021.

EVENTS

Sun. Oct. 27, 2–4 pm: Opening reception with brief remarks in the lobby at 2.

November 17, 2 pm: Film, Welcome to the Neighborhood (featuring Mable and Mildred Howard) and film trailer featuring Betty Reid Soskin.

December 1, 2 pm: Film, Fair Legislation: The Byron Rumford Story.

February 23, 2 pm: Film, Gina's Journey (exhibit open 1-2 pm)

March 29, 2 pm: Film and speaker on redlining

The films will be presented in the room at the east end of the Veterans Building lobby. 

 

In addition to changing exhibits, the History Center now features a permanent illustrated Timeline of Berkeley History giving an overview of major periods and events in the evolution of the city.

Hours (during exhibits): Thursday–Saturday, 1–4 pm.

Exhibit closing day: Saturday, April 4, 2020.

Admission free, donations welcome.

Wheelchair accessible. (If you arrive by wheelchair, please phone us so we can open the door at the top of the ramp.)

Berkeley Historical Society and Berkeley History Center

1931 Center Street, Berkeley 
Telephone: 510-848-0181

Mailing address: P.O. Box 1190, Berkeley, CA 94701

E-mail: info@berkeleyhistoricalsociety.org

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For past exhibits and events, see our Web Archive.