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The Clarke - Ford House of Chicago
The Clarke-Ford House is the oldest surviving house in Chicago, IL. It was built in 1836 for Henry B. Clarke. From 1941 until 1970, Bishop Louis Henry and Margaret Ford saved it and restored it to…
Our First Obsidian AI Stories
Obsidian’s first use of AI in storytelling is a series of AI images of communities long gone. The Series is called “The Other Side of The Rainbow” These images imagine situations and show positive…
Luster and The Proud Lady
Reginald Maynor, Director of the International Division of Luster Products talks about the importance of Black ownership in the Black haircare industry. He shares the important origin story of…
The Policy Kings of Chicago
Nathan Thompson is an expert on the economic engines of The Policy Kings that “ran the Numbers” or as we say today, held the local Lottery in Chicago. These men also served as the micro-lenders to…
Through Eyes of Blackness
In 1973, four African American photographers and friends created their own gallery presentation at the Southside Community Arts Center called Through Eyes of Blackness. What was unique about them is…
Obsidian and the UKBFTOG
The Obsidian Collection goes across the pond to work with a group of Black female photographers in London, UK. This conversation is with the founder of this group with a membership of over 400 Black…
The 1972 Black National Convention
On the heels of the Civil Rights Movement, the riots of the 1968 Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Illinois and the assassinations of too many Black leaders, the Black community decided it…
Martin Luther King Comes to Chicago!
In 1966, MLK was invited to Chicago by the local Black Clergy to support their efforts for improved housing and better living conditions. The challenges were many but so were the rewards. Hermene…
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Obsidian Stories has published 8 episodes since June 2022, covering topics in Arts, Society & Culture.
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