Black cowboys & cowgirls: The cultural history behind the Black rodeo | American Black Journal Clip
The Midwest Invitational Rodeo, featuring African American cowboys and cowgirls, will visit the Wayne County Fairgrounds in Belleville on June 10-11, 2022.
Ahead of the rodeo, "American Black Journal" guest host Trudy Gallant-Stokes sits down with Midwest Invitational Rodeo Founder Nicole Scott and rodeo athlete Staci Russell to explore the rich cultural history of the Black rodeo, a part of Black history that's rarely told.
They discuss what families can expect from the all-ages event, what it takes to participate in a rodeo, the cultural and educational experiences the Midwest Invitational Rodeo offers, and why it's crucial to preserve and showcase the history of African American cowboys and cowgirls.
Episode 5023/Segment 1
