An exhibit at the Fairmount Waterworks explores the impact of segregated public pools on generations of African Americans in Philadelphia and beyond. Through multidisciplinary artworks, storytelling, and placebased learning, “Pool: A Social History of Segregation,” explores the connection between water, social justice and public health. Visit the immersive museum exhibition and meet some of the artists who brought it to life.

Learn more about "Pool: A Social History of Segregation" → https://fairmountwaterworks.org/pool/

Originally aired on Movers & Makers "Pool: A Social History of Segregation" (Season 4, Episode 5). Watch more segments from this episode ▶▶
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