Eastfield College Library presents a free exhibit — “Behold the People: R.C. Hickman’s Photographs of Black Dallas 1949-1961,” a Humanities Texas exhibit — now though Dec. 9 during normal operating hours.

R.C. Hickman, famous Dallas photographer, documented the life and times of the African-American community in Texas through his incredible images published between 1949 and 1961. His photographs depict the struggles of the people, the extraordinary lives of many performers who became legends, and the vivid sights and sounds of early Dallas. His photos, “Lost Dallas,” introduce places that once were so popular and have now ceased to be.

This is a wonderful history of black Dallas in photographs. Informative, educational and inspirational, “Behold the People” should not be missed.

The project was made possible in part with a grant from Humanities Texas, the state affiliate of the National Endowment for the Humanities, and Eastfield College Student Programs and Resources.

For more information, call 972-860-7168 or visit the Library Exhibits page. This event is free to attend.

Above left image: “Colored Waiting Room,” 1952. R. C. Hickman Photographic Archive (DI00964), The Center for American History, The University of Texas at Austin

Above right image: “Melba Theater,” 1955. The Center for American History, The University of Texas at Austin R. C. Hickman Photographic Archive (VN 85-43-000279a)