Acclaimed historian Gretchen Sorin brings her book, Driving While Black, to the AACA Museum’s Museum Live webcast on February 25th to discuss how the car―the ultimate symbol of independence and possibility―has always held particular importance for African Americans.
- Date: February 25
- Time: 11 AM EST
- Where: Online Only
Hershey, PA – Acclaimed historian Gretchen Sorin brings her book, Driving While Black, to Museum Live. She reveals how the car―the ultimate symbol of independence and possibility―has always held particular importance for African Americans, allowing black families to evade the many dangers presented by racial division in society and to enjoy, in some measure, the freedom of the open road. She recounts the creation of a parallel, unseen world of black motorists, who relied on travel guides, black-only businesses, and informal communications networks to keep them safe. Presented Online only.
161 Museum Drive | Hershey, PA 17033 US
www.aacamuseum.org
If you like stories like these and other classic car features, check out Old Cars magazine. CLICK HERE to subscribe.
Want a taste of Old Cars magazine first? Sign up for our weekly e-newsletter and get a FREE complimentary digital issue download of our print magazine.
View the original article to see embedded media.
*As an Amazon Associate, Old Cars earns from qualifying purchases.