On Monday, February 20, 2023, 7:30pm Pemon Rami, international film producer and author, discussed his book When Blackness Was Golden: A Memoir of Pemon Rami.
Mr. Rami’s memoir charts his life as a native Chicagoan during the culturally transformative period from the 1950s-80s. When Blackness Was Golden looks back at Rami’s life and career – blending Black political consciousness and organizing with significant roles in theater, television, and the film industry.
Author Blair Kamin and acclaimed photographer Lee Bey joined the Hyde Park Book Club Monday to Discuss “Who is this City For”, watch the program here.
Oak Woods Cemetery Chicago 1035 E 67th St, Chicago, IL 60637
Chicago Cemetery with incredible history is now available by Interactive Map thanks to the Hyde Park Historical Society
The Hyde Park Book Club was joined by Author Christopher Blattman to discuss his book, Why We Fight: The Roots of War and the Path to Peace
Hyde Park Book Club: A Discussion with Bill Savage of the Chicago based novel "Time for Frankie Coolin" by Author Bill Granger
Hyde Park Book Club: Last Call at the Hotel Imperial with Author Deborah Cohen Missed the event? Watch the zoom recording here.
Hyde Park Book Club was joined by Betty Hechtman, author of Murder Ink on 7/18. Missed the event? Watch the zoom recording here.
Somewhere in Europe: The World War II Letters of Sam Lesner with Judy Lesner Holstein and Roberta Lesner Bernstein
strategist, culminating with his brilliant achievements in both of President Obama’s campaigns.
Join Hyde Park Book Club in Celebrating Pulitzer Prize Winning AuthorGwendolyn Brooks 1917-2000 with Nora Brooks Blakely
The Hyde Park Historical Society is proud to host a select number of photos from the exhibition, Patric McCoy: Take My Picture
Find the names of notable figures in South Side Black History. A fun activity for youth and adults.
Hyde Park Book Club: Richard Courage and Christopher Robert Reed discuss Black History and Arts in Chicago