But before Black Americans could explore their love of roller-skating, their mere presence in roller rinks was barred in those segregated spaces, even after the Civil Rights Act of 1964 was passed.

The Rollergirls have been around for about two decades, and they are making the area a roller derby destination.

It’s a celebration of Black culture as skaters glide across the rink at Sk8 City in Arlington. When you think of roller skating you may not know about the rich history it has in the African ...

Black Roller Skating Joy: Finding Health and Justice on ... More Women Do it Black mothers are nine times more likely than white mothers to be given formula in the hospital. Sterling Grey-Simmons ...

Knejie Allen, left, and Adontis Atkins, right, sit on top of the DJ booth at their “SK8-Dark-30” party at Winnwood Skate Center. During intermission, the two addressed a massive crowd ...

“Mid-century black Americans laid the groundwork for the evolution of roller skating,” said Martin in a statement shared with ESSENCE. He launched the series based on his childhood experiences ...

People on roller skates ... of roller skating and adult skate nights. When segregation was still the law of the land in the United States’ not so distant past, Black skaters were once relegated ...

Long Islanders have done exactly that for well over a century at roller skating rinks ... He wore a uniform of "black pants, a white shirt, a maroon-ish red vest, a tie with a skate and a maroon ...

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This project not only showcases creativity but also honors the rich legacy of Black roller skating culture. Most Incredible Studio, the first Black-owned creative studio for LEGO art, was founded ...