Photo by Emma Gilman
The Legacy of Marin City: A California Black History Story (1942–1960) is a program of the Marin City Historical & Preservation Society. This is a traveling exhibit to be held at the Archbishop Alemany Library that explores the Black experience in California and the United States. Through a series of displays, the exhibit shares the story of Marin City’s Black residents, highlighting their courage, resilience, and contributions to American history.
The Dominican exhibit displays a selection of historical archives, photographs, and artifacts that are part of a larger exhibition that have been displayed in six Marin County venues since 2022. In this exhibit visitors can explore works that document the community’s origins during World War II as a shipbuilding hub and its development into Marin County’s primary Black enclave.
The exhibition also delves into the migration of Black Americans from the southern U.S., seeking a better life and escaping the oppression of Jim Crow laws and racial discrimination. These individuals brought with them a strong sense of hope and determination, leaving a lasting impact on American history and the ongoing Black experience. The legacy of Marin City stands as a powerful testament to their strength and enduring spirit.
Opening Reception:
Thursday, January 30th, 5–7 p.m.
January 27th – May 4th, 2025
Community Gallery/ Alemany Library
GALLERY HOURS: Monday–Thursday: 8 a.m.– 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. Sunday: 2 p.m.–10 p.m.
Closed during campus holidays. dominican.edu/academics/archbishop-alemany-library
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