The book also includes an author’s note, endnotes, bibliography, timeline, and index. This young reader’s edition of Candacy Taylor’s critically acclaimed adult book Overground Railroad includes her own photographs of Green Book sites, as well as archival photographs and interviews with people who owned and used these facilities. It took courage to be listed in the Green Book, and the stories from those who took a stand against racial segregation are recorded and celebrated. It was a resourceful and innovative solution to a horrific problem. Advance registration is required for this event. Tickets are 10 for non-members and 5 for members.

Admission The book talk and signing will be held in the History Center’s fifth floor Mueller Center. The Green Book listed hotels, restaurants, department stores, gas stations, recreational destinations, and other businesses that were safe for Black travelers. Overground Railroad: The Green Book and the Roots of Black Travel in America will be available for purchase from the History Center Museum Shop. Because of segregation, Black travelers couldn’t eat, sleep, or even get gas at most white-owned businesses. Overground Railroad chronicles the history of the Green Book, which was published from 1936 to 1966 and was the “Black travel guide to America.” For years, it was dangerous for African Americans to travel in the United States.

A young reader’s edition of Candacy Taylor’s acclaimed book about the history of the Green Book, the guide for Black travelers

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