Ebbs, Henry
Interviewer:
Bruggman, Marsha
Transcription available:
no
Series:
African American Community Interviews
Interview Number(s):
__339
Summary:
Henry Ebbs is a 75-year-old Black man, and was a resident of the Parkland area during the 1940s and 1950s. He discusses his life in Louisville as well as the Parkland area during the 1940s. As an early resident of the neighborhood he discusses the mixed racial area and peaceful atmosphere. Recreational activities centered around the churches and related religious groups. Left the area for better living conveniences. Enjoyed Chickasaw Park and other amenities. Discusses the racial segregation of the city during the time and inequality some members of his family received.
Topic(s):
African Americans--Kentucky--Louisville, Parkland (Louisville, Ky.), Segregation--Kentucky--Louisville, Racism--Kentucky--Louisville
