06/01/2026
Today, we remember and honor the lives lost during the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre. Earlier this year, Mayor Monroe Nichols announced (also May 31) June 1 as an annual Day of Observance—a time for our community to reflect, learn, and remember.
This day serves as an opportunity for residents, schools, businesses, and community organizations to engage in meaningful discussions and activities that recognize the significance of this tragic event in our history. As we honor the memory of those who lost their lives, we also reaffirm the importance of understanding our past and working together toward a brighter future.
To learn more about the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre, visit: https://tulsahistory.org/exhibit/1921-tulsa-race-massacre/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
Following World War I, Tulsa was recognized nationally for its affluent African American community known as the Greenwood District. This thriving business district and surrounding residential area was referred to as “Black Wall Street.”