City of Fort Dodge, Iowa

Event Date:

Jul 11, 2012 from 11:00 AM - End
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Event Description:

On July 7th, 1948 Edna Griffin went to Katz Drug Store in Des Moines, IA to enjoy some ice cream with her young
daughter, Phyllis, Leonard Hudson, and John Bibbs. The manager, Maurice Katz, denied them service, stating, "It is the policy of our store that we don't serve coloreds."  Enraged, all three adults filed criminal charges and an additional civil suit against the store and its manager for
racial discrimination. Edna also organized sit-ins and picketing at the store. Thanks to her courageous acts, Mr. Katz (after escaping three previous charges) was found guilty of violating Iowa Civil Rights Law and fined $50.

Ticketing Information:

FREE!!  Come celebrate the accomplishments of Edna Griffin with us and have a free ice cream cone!  This event is sponsored by the Webster County Cultural Diversity Team &  Fort Dodge Young Professionals.