Interview with Elizabeth R. Harris, July 15, 1986

Interview Summary

Ms. Harris recalls her family history, Native American and African American ancestors, her parents' education and their tradition of land ownership, and her educational background in Fayette and Bourbon counties. She examines the role of the African American church within the community and the family, and the community supervision of children. She recounts her employment history and discusses the employment opportunities available for African Americans in mid-twentieth century Lexington. Ms. Harris talks about racially mixed neighborhoods, her opposition to integration, and the effects of the civil rights movement upon the African American community.

Interview Keyword

African Americans African Americans in Lexington Lexington, Kentucky Race relations

Interview LC Subject

African American families African Americans--Civil rights--Kentucky African Americans--Education--Kentucky--Lexington African Americans--Kentucky--Lexington--Economic conditions African Americans--Race identity. African Americans--Religion African Americans. Harris, Elizabeth R. Harris, Elizabeth R.--Interviews

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