Broad and High

The Murals of Texas Southern University

Clip: Season 2 Episode 6 | 6m 49s

In this segment, we’ll explore the heritage and tradition of mural painting at Texas Southern University in Houston that began in 1949. Today, the halls are lined with more than 120 murals by African-American artists, which offer a visual representation of the black experience in the South.

Aired: 10/08/14 | Rating: NR

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