Celebrating the history of the African American community in Riverside’s Eastside

This historical exhibition was a month long celebration. It all began January 12, 2025 at the Civil Rights Institute in Downtown Riverside. Jazz band Silent Touch played their first show together in over 43 years.

Exhibition organizer Dr. Catherine Gudis catching up with the band Silent Touch. The drummer Eric Davis was the campus security for Gage middle school when I was a student there in 2001. Mr Davis recently retired from his position at RUSD.
Youth advocate and community icon Dell Robert’s sharing about working in the fields with my Grandfather David Sunny Hernandez.
Rose Mays Executive Director of Fair- Housing Council of Riverside County
Retired Fire Marshall Darryl Byrd shares some words of wisdom about Christ, family, and career.
This exhibition was on display until February 14, 2025. It was good to see different generations of people from the same community. Perspectives can change when messages are clear. Bridges are meant to be a connection from one side to another. Let’s continue building bridges that will connect younger generations with older generations.

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