Histories

A Parking Lot's Impact on the Future of the YWCA

The role of a parking lot in the operations of Center in the Park and shaping advocacy for the building's future.

The Swimming Pool

History of the YWCA Organization

Social Presence of the YWCA as a Mode of Fostering Community

Notable Figures

Important Figures of the Colored Branch of the YWCA

6128 Germantown Avenue

Exploring the Colored Branch Building

The Colored Branch of the Germantown YWCA

An Overview of the History of the YWCA Colored Branch

Integration

Overview of the Integration Process at the Y.

Programming and Events

An Overview of Programming and Events of the Colored Branch

Survey on Integration

What the Fires Left Behind

A Look Inside the YWCA Germantown

The Emotions of Preservation

Community, preservation, and emotions.

The Politics of Preservation

Community, preservation, and local politics.

The Timeline of Preservation

Ownership, Politics and Community.

Center for Older Adults 10th Anniversary Celebration

A community event featuring prominent figures and YWCA community members.

The Intertwined Histories of Center in the Park and the Germantown YWCA

Dive into the fascinating and interconnected histories of the Center in the Park and the YWCA.

The Women of Germantown

Learn more about the women depicted on the mural

The Women of Germantown Mural

Learn about the origins of David McShane's 2001 Mural