Perspectives on Dayton: The Riots of the 1960s
The Honorable Walter H. Rice of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio will speak at Wright Memorial Public Library on Sunday, September 26th at 3:00 p.m. Judge Rice will share his insights on the documentary film, “Perspectives on Dayton: The Riots of the 1960s” produced by four Oakwood High School Students this past school year. Known for his involvement in Constitutional race discrimination cases and deep interest in community life, Judge Rice will talk about the historical context depicted in the film, how it adds to the dialogue on race relations and what the greater Dayton community can do to promote social justice. Student filmmakers Dan Edwards, Amy Malone, Stephanie Telek and Tyler Dillon interviewed civil rights leader Jessie Gooding, Executive Director of the National Conference for Community and Justice Patricia Meadows, ex-police officers and black and white residents about the September 1966 riots that followed the slaying of Lester Mitchell. Judge Rice recalls it was a terrible time for our community. More than 130 people were arrested, several city blocks were in tatters and the National Guard patrolled the streets. The public is invited to view the film, meet the students and join the discussion in the library meeting room. Advance registration is not needed. The program is sponsored by the Friends of Wright Library.
