
Parrish Street, Durham, North Carolina

In the early 20th century, Parrish Street in Durham, North Carolina, was a hub of African American business and entrepreneurship. This four-block district in Durham’s central downtown was known as “Black Wall Street.” Although other cities had similar districts, Durham’s was one of the most vital and was nationally known. Read more about Durham’s Black Wall Street in a UNC Press blog post.
Individuals Depicted

(1857 – 1935)

(1941– 1990)