Black Wall Street refers to the prosperous African American community of Greenwood in Tulsa, Oklahoma in the early 20th century. The area was home to a thriving business district that was predominantly owned and operated by African Americans. The community prospered despite facing racial segregation and discrimination prevalent in the Jim Crow era.

On May 31 and June 1, 1921, the thriving community of Black Wall Street was tragically destroyed in one of the worst instances of racial violence in American history. A mob of white residents, including members of the Ku Klux Klan, attacked and burned down the community, resulting in the deaths of an estimated 300 African Americans and the displacement of thousands more. The violence also left the once-thriving neighborhood in ruins.

The Tulsa Race Massacre, as it came to be known, was a devastating event that had long-lasting effects on the African American community in Tulsa and beyond. Despite the destruction, many residents of Black Wall Street worked tirelessly to rebuild their community and businesses in the aftermath of the massacre.

The story of Black Wall Street serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and strength of African American communities in the face of adversity, and the ongoing struggle for racial justice and equality in America.