About this episode

Megan and Mindy explore the harrowing story of racial violence in Springfield, Missouri, that unfolded on Easter weekend in 1906.

In this episode, Megan and Mindy explore the harrowing story of racial violence in Springfield, Missouri, that unfolded on Easter weekend in 1906. They delve into the events leading to the lynching of three innocent Black men, the societal context of racial terror, and the lasting impact on the community. This heavy but essential history reveals how prejudice and silence perpetuate injustice and underscores the importance of remembrance and reconciliation. Primary Archival Collections Katherine Lederer Ozarks African American History Collection: Housed at Missouri State University's Meyer Library , this collection includes over 7,500 documents and photographs documenting Black history in the Ozarks. Greene County Archives : Contains official records from 1906, including jail records , bench warrants, and grand jury testimony related to the event. Springfield-Greene County Library: The Local History Department maintains a collection of newspaper and magazine articles, as well as scholarly papers on the tragedy. Springfield-Greene County African American Heritage Trail : This trail includes a dedicated stop at Park Central Square , featuring a historical marker unveiled in 2019…

People in this episode

Hosts: Megan Owens, Mindy Johnson

Topics covered

• racial violence
• historical injustice
• community impact
• remembrance
• reconciliation
• Black history
• lynching

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Equal Justice Initiative (EJI), Missouri State University's Meyer Library, Greene County Archives, Springfield-Greene County Library, Springfield-Greene County African American Heritage Trail, History Museum on the Square

Places: Springfield, Missouri

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