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Monday Open Thread: Black Owned Resorts

July 14, 2025 by Miranda 193 Comments

Good Morning POU! So last week we took a look back at historic black resorts and vacation getaways that were founded as a place for African Americans to relax and enjoy themselves in a segregated America. Sadly, most of those great places are now only fond memories for the people that were fortunate enough to be able to visit them during their heyday. Integration took its toll … [Read more...] about Monday Open Thread: Black Owned Resorts

Sunday Open Thread: POU Movie Day – Detroit

July 13, 2025 by Miranda 125 Comments

Good Morning POU! Today's feature is the 2017 movie "Detroit". … [Read more...] about Sunday Open Thread: POU Movie Day – Detroit

Saturday Open Thread: Historic Black Resorts and Beaches

July 12, 2025 by Miranda 100 Comments

Well this one is a little different! A Dude Ranch! Murray's Dude Ranch, sometimes called the Overall Wearing Dude Ranch, was a guest ranch in Bell Mountain, California from the 1920s until the 1960s. The ranch was located at the northwest corner of Waalew Road and Dale Evans Parkway in Apple Valley, just outside the city limits of Victorville. It was owned by African Americans … [Read more...] about Saturday Open Thread: Historic Black Resorts and Beaches

Friday Open Thread: Historic Black Resorts and Beaches

July 11, 2025 by Miranda 173 Comments

Good morning POU! Lincoln Hills in Gilpin County, Colorado, the United States, was a vacation resort for African-Americans. Lincoln Hills was created in 1922 by E.C. Regnier and Roger Ewalt, and was the only resort for African Americans west of the Mississippi River at the time. Lincoln Hills served as a reprieve from segregation for middle class African-Americans in the 20th … [Read more...] about Friday Open Thread: Historic Black Resorts and Beaches

Thursday Open Thread: Historic Black Resorts and Beaches

July 10, 2025 by Miranda 179 Comments

How Martha’s Vineyard became a Black summertime sanctuary For generations, forces worked to curtail Black freedom and joy. The Vineyard proved a safe place. … [Read more...] about Thursday Open Thread: Historic Black Resorts and Beaches

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