Segregation in St. Louis: Statues, Landmarks and Monuments That Tell About a Divided City with Story Map
Presentation Type
5-Minute Lightning Talk
Presentation Location
In-person
Abstract
This Storymap tour is designed to digitally share portions of the segregation story in St. Louis. Through understanding the history of how each marker came into being and asking questions, tour guests are invited to think critically and engage in a deeper understanding of an important aspect of St. Louis history. Included tour stops are monuments and markers that shape an understanding of the persistent presence of systemic segregation in St. Louis such as the Mary Meachum Freedom Crossing, Shelley v. Kraemer Home, and the statues of Frankie Muse Freeman, Cool Papa Bell, and Dr. Martin Luther King. All markers were selected and researched to show how segregation was woven into the fabric of residential life as well as music, education, sports, and culture. The utilization of Storymap showcases how digital humanities can be used by educators and students to produce meaningful contributions both though content creation and consumption.
Link to Segregation in St. Louis: Statues, Landmarks and Monuments That Tell About a Divided City
https://storymaps.com/stories/cf433703d4fc4278a0479814a411514d
Segregation in St. Louis: Statues, Landmarks and Monuments That Tell About a Divided City with Story Map
This Storymap tour is designed to digitally share portions of the segregation story in St. Louis. Through understanding the history of how each marker came into being and asking questions, tour guests are invited to think critically and engage in a deeper understanding of an important aspect of St. Louis history. Included tour stops are monuments and markers that shape an understanding of the persistent presence of systemic segregation in St. Louis such as the Mary Meachum Freedom Crossing, Shelley v. Kraemer Home, and the statues of Frankie Muse Freeman, Cool Papa Bell, and Dr. Martin Luther King. All markers were selected and researched to show how segregation was woven into the fabric of residential life as well as music, education, sports, and culture. The utilization of Storymap showcases how digital humanities can be used by educators and students to produce meaningful contributions both though content creation and consumption.
Link to Segregation in St. Louis: Statues, Landmarks and Monuments That Tell About a Divided City
https://storymaps.com/stories/cf433703d4fc4278a0479814a411514d
