Kansas City's Montgall Avenue

Discover the rich and transformative history of Kansas City's Montgall Avenue in Margie Carr's captivating book, published by the University Press of Kansas in 2023. Spanning 248 pages, this engaging narrative explores the remarkable century-long journey of a single city block and its residents. Delve into how these individuals played a pivotal role in shaping the status of Black people in Kansas City, establishing vital social and economic institutions that bolstered the Black community during the first half of the twentieth century. With insightful research and compelling storytelling, Carr illuminates the legacy of Montgall Avenue, making it a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Kansas City and the resilience of its communities.