Dallas
Enjoying life in Bishops Arts District, Dallas; (c) Kelsey Andriot Purcell/iStock
Dallas has a jobs bounty attracting Blacks to relocate. And they are rewarded with an immense collection of arts and Black cultural sites, shops, galleries, restaurants, nightclubs, and other attractions.
History
Freedom’s Journal newspaper was a guiding light for Black settlers
Cultural Sites
The African-American Museum is one of several cultural stand-outs
Restaurants & Nightclubs
Big D has a broad selection of barbecue, soul food and contemporary offerings
A Major Cultural Center Reborn
South Dallas Cultural Center is a must-visit for Black travelers of all ages
Historic Sites
Freedman’s Cemetery has the interred remains of over 7,000 African Americans
Cowboy & Cowgirl at Texas State Fairgrounds in Dallas; (c) Dr Terrence Underwood/UNSPLASH
General Attractions
JFK’s fate in Dealey Plaza will always be a landmark in American History
Family Attractions
A massive family favorite downtown is the Dallas Aquarium
The Arts
Mainstream arts make a big splash in Dallas
Vicki Meek, sculptor & former director of South Dallas Cultural Center; (c) Soul Of America
Deep Ellum
Sometimes you have to see an interesting place rather than describe it
Places of Worship
TD Jakes Ministry and other prominent Black churches are here.
Blues & Jazz
The Blues survive in unexpected places here
Shops & Galleries
New shops are sprouting every month
Trivia & Famous Residents
Tony Dorsett and Emmitt Smith quickly come to mind