West Broad Street Walking Tour

Savannah’s historic West Broad neighborhood once thrived where present-day Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. now spans — only a few short blocks from SCAD MOA. Join community members as the Evans Center for African American Studies and cinema studies professor Chad Newsom lead a 90-minute, walking tour of MLK Blvd. In the early 20th century, during the peak of segregation, this promenade proved to be a safe haven for Black businesses, entertainment, and culture, including a range of theaters that featured classic films and hosted some of the all-time greatest blues and jazz performers. This walking tour will not only introduce you to significant theaters, entrepreneurs, and entertainers, but also provide you with a broader perspective about local Black history and the city of Savannah. Participants should park at SCAD MOA and meet in the museum lobby. Dress accordingly for an outdoor event including warm clothes and comfortable walking shoes. The total walking distance is about one mile.

This event is free and open to the public. RSVP to awardlaw@scad.edu.