Nicodemus Kansas

The video explores the history of Nicodemus, an all-black settlement founded by freed slaves post-Civil War. Despite economic challenges and a harsh climate, the community thrived until the railroad bypassed it, leading to decline. Efforts to preserve its legacy continue, highlighting the resilience and tenacity of its people.

What was the primary reason African Americans moved to the West after the Civil War?

• To escape the harsh climate of the South

• To find new job opportunities

• To join the gold rush

• To experience real freedom away from the Jim Crow South

What was a significant factor in the decline of Nicodemus?

• A major fire

• A decline in population

• The railroad bypassing the town

• A severe drought

What percentage of the farmland in Nicodemus is still black-owned today?

• 50%

• 25%

• 10%

• 5%

Why did John Nella Holmes return to Nicodemus after retiring?

• To escape city life

• To take care of her parents

• To reconnect with her roots and heritage

• To start a new business

What was Angela Bates's contribution to Nicodemus in the 1990s?

• She organized annual festivals

• She wrote a book about its history

• She led a campaign to designate it as a National Historic site

• She opened a museum