West Side Riots (Chicago) Photograph Collection

Descriptive Summary

Title
West Side Riots (Chicago) Photograph Collection
Identifier
BMRC.CHM.WSR_PHOTOS
Repository
Chicago History Museum
Language
English
Size
0.1 Linear feet
Dates
1968

Scope and Contents note

The West Side Riots (Chicago) Photograph Collection consists of documenting the riots on Chicago's West Side following the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., in April 1968. The photographs are from the vicinity of Marillac House, a community center at 2822 West Jackson, by a staff member, Sister Julia.

Processing Information note

This collection was surveyed as part of the Black Metropolis Research Consortium's Survey Initiative on 2010 October 20 by Lisa Calahan.

Related Archival Materials note

Within this repository: Marillac House (Chicago, Ill.) records.

Conditions Governing Access note

Access to this collection is restricted; please contact the holding institution for details.

Immediate Source of Acquisition note

Gift of Marillac House

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