New Guide for Black and African American Genealogy Research

Heidi Buchanan March 10, 2021 No Comments

African American family posed for portrait seated on lawn.

Hunter Library has a new guide to help those with Black and African American ancestors research their family histories. The Black and African American Genealogy Guide includes information, resources, search tips, and recommendations specific to tracing Black and African American heritage. Sources focus mainly on U.S.-based information with special emphasis on… Read more »

What is the Green Book?

Heidi Buchanan January 9, 2019 No Comments

Cover of the 1960 Green Book, from the NY Public Library

The film Green Book won 3 Golden Globe awards this week. The movie title refers to an essential guide for African-American travelers, who often encountered segregation and discrimination throughout their journeys. The guide was created by a postal worker named Victor H. Green (the covers of the books were also… Read more »