UA Little Rock Center for Arkansas History and Culture
Minstrelsy Theme: Race and American Society Grade Levels: 9-12 Time Period: 1877-1930 Introduction Minstrel shows, also called minstrelsy, were a type of theatrical performance, in which actors played figures based on racial stereotypes. They were very popular in the United…
Fourth Annual Christian Conference for Colored Women, Philander Smith College, Little Rock Fourth Annual Christian Conference for Colored Women, Philander Smith College, Little Rock, page 1 Image 1 of 4 “Fourth Annual Christian Conference for Colored Women, Philander Smith College,”…
Perry Henry Morris and unidentified performer, acting in Morris Brothers Shows Perry Henry Morris and unidentified performer act in minstrel show. Morris Family photograph collection, ca. 1912 (UALR.PH.0084) Date: 1912 Physical Format: 8 x 10 in. black and white photographic…
Laura Leona Walker Morris and Perry Henry Morris acting in Morris and Ragland Show Morris Brothers Musical Comedy Company members pose outside of house. From left to right: Jim Morris, Laura Walker Morris, Perry Morris, Cahal Morris, and an unidentified…
Morris Brothers Musical Comedy Company Morris Brothers Musical Comedy Company members pose outside of house. From left to right: Jim Morris, Laura Walker Morris, Perry Morris, Cahal Morris, and an unidentified Morris brother, ca. 1912. Morris Family Photograph Collection (UALR.PH.0084)…