Smithsonian Associates: The African American Great Migration: Pursuing the American Dream

The Great Migration, the mass movement of mostly rural Black Southerners to urban cores across the country between 1916 and 1970, was one of the most important moments in American history and reconfigured the nation’s politics, arts, and culture. Smithsonian Associates Streaming program historian Marcia Chatelain examines how the enormous social upheaval changed families, especially as they understood generational differences, gendered expectations, and the possibilities of realizing a better life in cities. She also explores the reasons why some left, some stayed, and how our lives today continue to be changed by the Great Migration. Tickets for this event are $20 for members and $25 for non-members and the event will be from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. For tickets and more information please click here.