Third Thursday Speaker Series: A House Divided

A House Divided: The Ossian Sweet Case, and the Battle for Fair Housing in Detroit by Jamon Jordan

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Fair Housing Act, which outlawed the widespread practice of housing discrimination. Please join historian and founder of the Black Scroll Network History and Tours Jamon Jordan as he discusses the court case involving the family of Ossian and Gladys Sweet, one of the most remarkable fights for civil rights in Detroit’s history.

Attendance is free, but pre-registration is encouraged, as space is limited. To register for a presentation, please contact Charnae Sanders, Public Programs Coordinator, at 313.833.0277 or charnaes@detroithistorical.org.