Green Book on the greenway: the negro traveler’s green book and St. louis

The Green Book was a guide published annually from the 1930s-1960s for African American travelers. The book listed services and places open to African American visitors during a time of legalized racial discrimination. 

Join us in this two-part program to learn about the local places and services in the Green Book and walk in their footprints today.

• Part 1:

  The first part will take place at The Noir Bookshop (2317 Cherokee Street, STL MO 63118) on Wednesday, October 4 from 6-8pm.

  Attendees will receive a copy of The Negro Traveler’s Green Book from The Noir Bookshop, while supplies last.

• Part 2:

  The second part will include a 1 mile walk on the Brickline Greenway along Market Street between 20th Street and Jefferson Avenue on Saturday, October 7 from 2-4pm. Space is limited. Registration is free and required.

In partnership with Great Rivers Greenway

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