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March and event ephemera

 Series

Content Description

From the Collection:

Collection of materials documenting activist organizations anti-racism efforts in response to violent protests against the 1974 legal ruling to desegregate Boston public schools through busing, known as the Boston busing crisis. Includes materials from the Emergency Committee for a National Mobilization Against Race, National Student Coalition Against Racism, and the Student Committee Against Racism (SCAR). The collection is primarily ephemera and includes flyers, press releases, and promotional materials related to organized marches and events. Also included are activist publications about the Boston busing crisis.

Dates

  • Creation: 1974-1975

Creator

Access Note

Collection is open for research.

Full Extent

0.25 Linear Feet (1 container)

Language of Materials

From the Collection: English

Repository Details

Part of the John J. Burns Library Repository

Contact:
John J. Burns Library
Boston College
140 Commonwealth Avenue
Chestnut Hill MA 02467 USA
617-552-4861