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The Revival Of Black Town Centers

The Revival Of Black Town Centers

They were born of a segregated past, but offer wealth-generating opportunities for the future.

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Feb 21, 2025
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A sign introducing the 18th and Vine historic commercial district in Kansas City, MO. Source: gettyimages.com

In honor of Black History Month, I annually write some piece that honors the significance and impact of the contributions of Black people on the American urban environment. In the past I’ve written about the people, historical and in the present-…

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