Topic: Almanac
The Almanac is an important publication in Black history that provides historical information, statistics, and cultural insight within the context of the African American community. One prominent example is "The Negro Motorist Green Book," commonly known as the Green Book, which was an annual guidebook published from 1936 to 1966. It was created by Victor Hugo Green, a Black postal worker from Harlem, New York, to help African American travelers find safe accommodations, restaurants, and services during the era of Jim Crow segregation. The Green Book played a significant role in facilitating safe travel for Black individuals during a time when they faced discrimination and violence while on the road. Today, the Green Book remains a poignant symbol of resilience and resourcefulness within the Black community.