A century after the devastating destruction of Tulsa’s Greenwood neighborhood, famously known as “Black Wall Street,” Greenwood Rising opened its doors as a powerful memorial, museum, and educational space dedicated to reconciliation and restorative justice. The Tulsa Race Massacre, in which approximately 300 African American residents were killed and over 35 blocks of the thriving Greenwood community were destroyed, is the central narrative of Greenwood Rising. This initiative, led by the 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre Centennial Commission, seeks to honor the memory of those lost and to celebrate the resilience of the Greenwood community.
The museum is brought to life through advanced integrated AV systems, traditional casework, and interactive displays. Spanning 6,000 square feet on the ground floor, 1220 Exhibits was selected to fabricate all internal exhibits and interactive elements. The gallery’s design features a diverse array of graphics and finishes, from bold black and stark white to natural wood and backlit acrylic panels, creating a space rich in visual interest. Notable interactive experiences include the Commitment Space with live submissions displayed on an LED-backlit wall, two theater areas, and an immersive barbershop experience featuring holographic barber characters.
