Opening Reception - A Class Action Exhibition
Date and Time
Saturday Sep 14, 2019
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM PDT
Saturday, September 14, 2019
6 p.m.
Exhibit continues through October 5, 2019
Location
Senior Activities Center at Ehlers Event Center
8150 Knott Ave., Buena Park, CA 90620
Fees/Admission
To confirm your attendance, please RSVP to Sylvia Gonzales SGonzales@BuenaPark.com or (714) 562-3851 by September 5.
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Description
How California Led The Way For National School Desegregation
Experience the exhibition based on the ground-breaking civil rights case, Mendez et al. v. Westminster School District and learn about the progress made in Orange County in 1947 when five families challenged the existence of Mexican schools, ultimately setting a precedent for the desegregation of schools across the country.
The interactive exhibition provides a physical space where visitors can explore the case, its origins, and how its legacy inspired others to go on to make a difference. Exhibition features include photographs and items from all plaintiff families, interactive elements and oral histories, docent-led tours, and a space for community dialogue and civic engagement.
