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The Green Book was more than a travel guide. For Black Americans navigating the Jim Crow era, it was a resource for find
Atlanta Preservation CenterSeptember 21, 2026

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The Green Book was more than a travel guide.

For Black Americans navigating the Jim Crow era, it was a resource for finding safe places to stay, eat, and travel, while supporting businesses that welcomed them. And its history extends far beyond the South. On Tuesday, September 29, join us at the Atlanta Preservation Center for The Devil Also Went to Rhode Island: Researching the Legacy of The Negro Traveller’s Green Book in The Deep North. Catherine W. Zipf and Dr. Danielle Willkens will explore the history of Rhode Island’s Green Book sites, their connections to Georgia, and the ongoing challenges of preserving these important places and the stories they hold. 📅 Tuesday, September 29 🏛️ 5–6:30 PM | Open House 🎤 6:30–8 PM | Discussion 🎟️ Comment GREEN BOOK and we’ll send you the link to register We hope you’ll join us for this important conversation! #AtlantaPreservationCenter #TheGreenBook #BlackHistory #HistoricPreservation #AtlantaHistory
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