Sugar Hill: Jacksonville’s Forgotten Black Wall Street

Jacksonville’s Sugar Hill neighborhood was once a thriving Black enclave, home to doctors, entrepreneurs, and community leaders. But despite its affluence, it was labeled "hazardous" on the HOLC redlining maps, leading to decades of disinvestment, urban renewal, and eventual erasure.

In this live stream, we’ll explore:
🔎 The rise of Sugar Hill and its historic significance
📜 How redlining and highway construction led to its destruction
🏚️ What remains today and the lasting impact on Jacksonville’s Black community

Why was a flourishing Black neighborhood wiped off the map? Join the discussion and share your thoughts!

💬 Drop a comment: Should Jacksonville do more to recognize and restore Sugar Hill’s history?

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