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1967 - Demolition of First Ward Begins

North McDowell Street before demolition begins
Event Date: 
1967
Event Type: 
Turbulent Times 1960-1979

1967 - The Charlotte Redevelopment Authority begins the demolition of First Ward. Some residents move to traditionally black neighborhoods. Others move into Earle Village Homes, a new public housing facility built on the land that was cleared. Photo shows North McDowell Street in First Ward before demolition.