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Charleston's Historically Black Photography Studios: Home

This guide explores the collections of three Black-owned photography studios in Charleston, South Carolina.

Subject Guide for Black Photography

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The purpose of this guide is to support research and access to resources that explore the history of Black photography and studios in the city of Charleston, the South Carolina Lowcountry and beyond.