black and white photo of man on horse

The Hidden History of the Black West: An Exhibit on Black Cowboys and Cowgirls

Series: Black History

Discover a powerful and often overlooked chapter of American history. This three-hour, drop-in exhibit features panels and artifacts highlighting Black cowboys and cowgirls—such as Bass Reeves, Bill Pickett, Mary Fields, and Johanna July—who helped shape the American frontier.


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black and white photo of man on horse

The Hidden History of the Black West: An Exhibit on Black Cowboys and Cowgirls

Series: Black History
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