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.
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