Newsletter for the 1908 Springfield Race Riot Special Resource Study

This newsletter describes the purpose of the 1908 Springfield Race Riot Special Resource Study, the study process, and six questions for public feedback. Click on the "Comment Now" button below to enter your feedback.

Your thoughts and ideas are important to us. Thank you for your interest and participation.

Topic Questions Instructions:

We encourage you to learn more about the special resource study process and share your ideas during the comment period.

Topic Questions:

1. What is your vision for preserving the 1908 Springfield Race Riot archeological site and how would you like to see the site managed?

2. What types of activities and experiences would you want to see as part of the site into the future?

3. Do you have any ideas or concerns that the National Park Service should be aware of and/or address in the study process?

4. What objects, buildings, remaining features, values and stories do you believe are most important at this site (or related to the riot but not at this site) and why?

5. Do you support or oppose a potential national park unit designation?

6. Do you have any other ideas or comments you would like to share with us?

Document Content:

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