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Orlando 150 – Wells’Built Hotel
Dr. William Monroe Wells, one of Orlando’s first African American physicians, operated with the mindset that care extended beyond his patient’s physical wellbeing to the wellbeing of the community as a whole – leading to long-term investments in the Parramore District’s infrastructure and economy. When he noticed African Americans visiting Orlando could not find lodging,…
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Land & Lineage Exhibition
Take a journey through history with Land & Lineage, an exhibition at the Orlando Public Library presented by TRACES 365. Established two years ago, TRACES 365 is an initiative dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich heritage of Historically Black Communities, offering self-guided educational tours that highlight historic African American communities and local museums. Through curated…
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