Phyllis Wheatley YWCA

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The Phyllis Wheatley Branch of the Indianapolis YWCA was established in 1923 as the first and only independent black YWCA in America and was named after a famous Afro-American poet. By 1928, the organization was located at 601 West Street and became a hub of cultural and educational activity. The organization offered concerts, plays, and various seminars and conferences, as well as practical classes and recreation. The branch closed in 1959.

From the description of Records, 1897-1955. (Indiana Historical Society Library). WorldCat record id: 19771718

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creatorOf Phyllis Wheatley YWCA. Records, 1897-1955. Indiana Historical Society Library
referencedIn Indianapolis Young Women's Christian Association. Records, 1896-1986. Indiana Historical Society Library
referencedIn Indianapolis Young Women's Christian Association. Records, 1896-1986. Indiana Historical Society Library
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associatedWith Senate Avenue YMCA (Indianapolis, Ind.) corporateBody
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Indiana--Indianapolis
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African Americans
African Americans
African Americans
African Americans
African American women
African American women
Newsletters
Physical education for women
Physical fitness for women
Sports for women
Women
Women
Women
Women
Women
Young Men's Christian associations
Young Women's Christian associations
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Active 1897

Active 1955

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