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Segregation in Palmer Park

By Kevin McQueeney & edited by Kathryn O'Dwyer
Though designated for public use, Palmer Park was segregated until the 1970s. The park’s namesake, Benjamin Palmer, was a staunch defender of slavery and leading segregationist, set a tone of antagonism towards the black community early on. The…

Political Rallies in Palmer Park

By Kevin McQueeney & edited by Kathryn O'Dwyer
Political rallies were an important part of Palmer Park’s early history. Local political organizations held numerous rallies and speeches in the park in the first half of the 20th century. The 1919 contentious mayoral campaign was notable for its…
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