Rebuilding Black Wall Street
Overview
Hosted by Morris Chestnut, this renovation docuseries highlights the revitalization of Tulsa's Greenwood District, historically known as Black Wall Street, which was devastated during the 1921 massacre. Viewers will witness the emotional and transformative journeys of descendants striving to honor their heritage while rebuilding their community. Each episode intertwines personal stories with the broader narrative of resilience and recovery, offering a poignant look at the past and a hopeful vision for the future. As structures rise anew, so too do the aspirations of those connected to this significant chapter in American history.
Episodes
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1
Pilot
Turner is called in to look into the case of a missing boy. The heartbroken parents face a devastating moment when they identify what appears to be th...
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The Birthday Center
Montika Collins, a descendant of the Tulsa Race Massacre, aspires to establish North Tulsa's first natural birthing center and revive the midwifery tr...
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Lullaby
Turner uncovers that the Japanese Woman's higher-ups are exploiting a pregnant girl, Monet Mazur, who is under Sydney's protection, as a pawn in a str...
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The Family House
Rachel Walker, a descendant of those affected by the Tulsa Race Massacre, is determined to restore her ancestral home with the assistance of the nonpr...
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The Transition Home
D'Marria Monday, a descendant of those affected by the Tulsa Massacre, is inspired by the city’s intricate past to create a sanctuary for women who ...
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The Farm
In an effort to transform the historically food-insecure area of North Tulsa, Rodney and Sheila Clark’s family farm receives a significant enhanceme...
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The Mansion
Ananda Lewis joins Jon Pierre and Mary Tjon-Joe-Pin to enhance the iconic Skyline Mansion, which acts as a studio for the multimedia initiative Fire i...
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The Restaurant
Three individuals who survived the Tulsa Race Massacre gather for the launch of Fixins Soul Kitchen, joined by designers Ananda Lewis, Jon Pierre, an...
