Historic Snapshots: Owensboro's Negro Chautauqua Era

Dive into the rich cultural heritage of Owensboro with a discussion on the influential Negro Chautauqua program.  Learn about its impact on education, culture, and community development during the early 20^th century.  Other local events, social movements, and lives of Owensboro residents from the early 1900's to the 1930's will also be discussed.

Rafe Buckner is an Owensboro native and graduate of Owensboro High School.  He revived and was president of the Northwest Neighborhood Alliance for several years.  With Owensboro family history dating back to the Negro Chautauqua Era of Owensboro, Rafe will provide a unique and personal perspective on this historical topic.