Pool: A Social History of Segregation

    Visit an exhibit exploring the history of segregated pools and meet local pioneers who helped turn the tide.

    Movers & Makers dives into the murky waters of segregated pools and how they impacted generations of African Americans. Visit an exhibit at the Fairmount Waterworks that explores the connection between water, social justice and public health. Learn about the nation’s first private swim club owned by African Americans that continues to provide a safe space and opportunities for all. Meet a legendary coach whose pioneering inner-city swim program inspired a movie.

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