In 1972, Black voices from across the political spectrum met in Gary, Indiana. Available for the first time in its full form, this film lets us watch history unfold during this momentous gathering.
Tag: history
Check out our local museums!
Explore the History Museum or the Studebaker National Museum by checking out the free pass from the IU South Bend Libraries. The pass is available on a first-come-first-served basis, allows up to 4 guests into either museum and can be checked out for up to 4 days at a time. When the weather gets chilly,… Read more »
African American Landmark Tour (Re)Launch Dedication
Join the Civil Rights Heritage Center as we honor local history with a relaunch of our celebrated local history tour.
African American Landmark Tour (Re)Launch Dedication
Join the Civil Rights Heritage Center as we honor local history with a relaunch of our celebrated local history tour.
African American Landmark Tour (Re)Launch Dedication
Join us as we celebrate local history with a relaunch of our African American Landmark Tour.
Visit a museum or go to the zoo!
Are you looking for a way to reduce stress? Living on campus and looking for things to do on the weekend? Consider exploring local history or feeding a giraffe. A pass to either the Studebaker/History Museum or Potawatomi Zoo is available at the library for IU South Bend faculty, staff, or students to check out… Read more »
crhc:film | “L.A. ‘92”
Long before George Floyd was a household name, four police officers in Los Angeles were found “not guilty” in an incident of police brutality seen around the world.
crhc:film | “Crip Camp: A Disability Revolution”
Down the road from Woodstock, a ramshackle summer camp for teenagers with disabilities transformed their lives and ignited a landmark movement.
Reflections on Toni Morrison
We take time to celebrate the acclaimed novelist, essayist, playwright, poet, editor, and educator.
Celebrating Malcolm X 2022
We celebrate and explore the life of the late civil rights leader and advocate for justice.