Events › A History of the "Green Book" in the Mahoning Valley

This program explores the history and local legacy of The Negro Motorist Green Book in the Mahoning Valley. Discover how Black travelers navigated segregation-era America, the businesses and safe havens that served them in Youngstown and surrounding communities, and the broader social forces that shaped mobility, resilience, and community life in the mid-20th century. Through local history, personal stories, and regional context, this program shines a light on an often-overlooked chapter of the Mahoning Valley’s past. For adults.