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Handout: The Tulsa Race Massacre

Introduction: View the following video clip to provide background on the Greenwood District in 1921.

Video Clip 1: The Greenwood District Prior to the Tulsa Race Massacre

How did the African American community become financially


prosperous in Tulsa?

Why was Greenwood known as Black Wall Street?

Describe the types of jobs and services that were available for
African Americans in the Greenwood District.

Why was the Greenwood District unique at the time?

Exploration: View the video clip below and complete the note-taking chart below.

Video Clip
Significant Events Before, During, Impact and Legacy of the Tulsa Race
and After the Tulsa Race Massacre Massacre

1921 Tulsa Race Massacre


Weapons and Aerial Attacks during
the Tulsa Race Massacre

Awareness of the Tulsa Race


Massacre

The Legacy of the Tulsa Race


Massacre

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