"Whatever Happened to Idlewild?" a film by Coy Davis, Jr.
"Whatever Happened to Idlewild?" is a documentary film by Coy Davis, Jr. Idlewild, Michigan, was once a thriving community steeped in African American culture and entertainment. Once known as America's "Black Eden," Idlewild was an active year-round community from 1912 through the mid-1960s, and was visited by well-known entertainers and professionals from throughout the country. At its peak it was the most popular resort in the Midwest and as many as 25,000 would come to Idlewild in the height of the summer season to enjoy camping, swimming, boating, fishing, hunting, horseback riding, roller skating, and night-time entertainment. www.kpl.gov
Видео "Whatever Happened to Idlewild?" a film by Coy Davis, Jr. канала Kalamazoo Public Library
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