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Emmett Till: Stations & Museum: Stations 4 - 6

Station 4

Dividing Lines Tour


On the library computers, you should already be logged into the site.  If so, you will see Purchased in the top right corner.  

 

Click the dots to follow the tour.  Start with the Introduction. You may choose to listen to the tour or read the transcript below the audio.

audio stream

To move to the next section, click the round image or arrows.  Some parts of the tour will only tell you where to turn. Move to the next round image.

 

Station 6

 

we are superman

 

Use the provided media player to watch We Are Superman: The Transformation of 31st and Troost.

Overview: "Kansas City has suffered from hyper-segregation for over 60 years. We Are Superman chronicles the story of Troost Avenue, which lies in the heart of KC. Troost draws a geographic line between black and white, rich and poor. A growing movement unites to transform Troost from a dividing line into a gathering place.

On the corner of 31st Street and Troost Avenue a community of people are battling against prejudicial legislation, exploitative corporations, and a stereotype that has stigmatized the urban core since the suburban revolution. This is the story their work, their vision, and how they are no longer waiting on a Superman to come save them."

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