Selections of racist memorabilia from the collection at the Jim Crow Museum A proper understanding of race relations in this country must include a solid knowledge of Jim Crow—how it emerged; what it was like; how it ended; and its impact on the culture. Understanding Jim Crow introduces readers to the Jim Crow Museum of Racist Memorabilia; a collection of more than 10;000 contemptible collectibles that are used to engage visitors in intense and intelligent discussions about race; race relations; and racism. The items are offensive and they were meant to be offensive. The items in the Jim Crow Museum served to dehumanize Blacks and legitimized patterns of prejudice; discrimination; and segregation. Using racist objects as teaching tools seems counterintuitive—and; quite frankly; needlessly risky. Many Americans are already apprehensive discussing race relations; especially in settings where their ideas are challenged. The museum and this book exist to help overcome our collective trepidation and reluctance to talk about race. Fully illustrated; and with context provided by the museum's founder and director David Pilgrim; Understanding Jim Crow is both a grisly tour through America’s past and an auspicious starting point for racial understanding and healing.
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