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Untold Lowell Stories : Black History

"Profiles In Courage: African Americans in Lowell" 

Although often ignored or unrecognized by both historians and the community-at-large, African-Americans played an important role in the history of Lowell, Massachusetts. This brochure presents the events and experiences of two African-American families, the Quork-Lewis Family and the Lew Family, offering an understanding and appreciation of their courage and contributions.

Old City Hall Merrimack Street Lowell Massachusettts

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 Old City Hall, UMass Lowell Libraries, Center for Lowell History, Lowell Historical Society Collection.

 

Exhibit brochure by: Martha Mayo

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