First National Black Historical Society of Kansas

601 North Water Street
Wichita, KS, 67203
316-262-7651

overview : Collected interviews, photographs, and taped musical examples from African American blues musicians in Wichita. - The project explored the evolution of the Wichita style of blues, collected folklore relating to the blues, and examined the impact of segregation, integration and other issues on the musicians' personal and professional development.

topics : african American, african, American, music