Black Wall Street the Urban Market Place

Black Wall Street the Urban Market Place Black Wall Street the Urban Market Place Black Wall Street the Urban Market Place is a venue to recirculate Black dollars.

Over 90 years ago, May 31, 1921 in an area of Tulsa Oklahoma, affectionately called "Black Wall Street" or "Little Africa", Blacks who had been forced to this area and forbidden to trade with Whites for goods and services, formed their own economic infrastructure in the early 1900's which to this day has never been duplicated in its kind. Envious Whites, not liking the success of this 36 block "mini Bevery Hills" styled lifestyle, airbombed the area destroying hundreds of prosperous Black Owned businesses and killing thousands in one of this nations untalked about race riots. During this time the Black dollar was able to be recirculated within this thirty six block community at least one hundred times before leaving the area, which attributed to this area's success. Today the Black dollar leaves our communities every fifteen minutes, usually not in support of our needs nor building needed services for Our ongoing education and other services. The upcoming website releasing will assist Black Owned businesses with an additional means of advertisement and a way to give back to needy Black run foundations within our own communities. If you have been invited to this Grand Opening event, you have been viewed as a prominent Black business owner or networking guru. We ask that you accept this invite by providing your picture, product/service and contact information so that you may be included among other Black business owners concerned about OUR dollars being used to ultimately meet OUR needs! Join us in celebrating the birth of Black Wall Street the Urban Market Place.

03/09/2026
03/09/2026

At just 16 years old, Bohlale Mphahlele turned her concern over gender-based violence into a life-saving innovation. 🇿🇦✨

The young engineer created the "Alerting Earpiece," a discreet device that captures an attacker’s image and sends real-time GPS coordinates to authorities. Today, Bohlale is a global leader in tech, advocating for sustainable development and proving that Gen Z isn't just waiting for change - they’re building it. 🏛️💻 From a high school science project to the world stage, her journey is a powerful reminder that one brilliant idea can change the world. 🌍💪

01/22/2026

This is what community looks like.

After closing in 2025 due to online threats, Liberation Station, North Carolina’s first Black-owned children’s bookstore, is officially reopening in a new space.

According to WRAL News, the bookstore reopened after a GoFundMe campaign surpassed its goal, raising more than $70,000. The fundraiser gained national attention after TikToker Jen Hamilton shared the story with her millions of followers, turning community support into action.

More than just a bookstore, Liberation Station is a space where Black children can see themselves reflected in stories, imagination, and possibility.

Let's keep the support going!

12/05/2025

What started as a mom trying to plan her son’s first has turned into a booming business.

When Tayo and Dolu Lanlehin couldn’t find child-sized chairs for their son’s “First Trip Around the Sun” party in Oakland, they decided to buy their own. They spent about $2,000 on 48 kids’ chairs, and that small investment grew into Bay Area Kids Rentals, a luxury party rental company.

The couple has made over $295,000 in 2025 renting out luxury kids’ furniture, ball pits, and mini bumper cars for celebrity and Silicon Valley family parties. Their first big client found them on Instagram, and word spread fast.

Tayo, who works full-time at Blue Shield of California, says the business is helping them build generational wealth while showing their kids what’s possible.

Let’s Do It!
10/11/2025

Let’s Do It!

đź–¤ Historic Progress for Our Community

Governor Gavin Newsom has officially approved the creation of a state agency dedicated to implementing California’s Slavery Reparations Program — a powerful step toward justice, equity, and economic restoration for descendants of enslaved African Americans.

At Kern County Black Wall Street, we are proud to announce that we are the only organization authorized under the SDUSMP Chapter to assist individuals in verifying and certifying their lineage for reparations-related benefits when they become available.

We are over the Chapter in Kern County.

Now is the time to take action. 🕊️
Certifying your lineage early ensures that when state and federal resources roll out, your family’s eligibility is already recognized. Don’t wait until opportunities become limited or closed — preparation today secures tomorrow’s benefits.

đź’¬ Connect with us to begin your certification process or to learn more about upcoming informational sessions.

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09/26/2025
09/25/2025

Meet The Black Bread Company—the first Black-owned sliced bread brand in the U.S., founded by Charles Alexander, Mark Edmond, and Jamel Lewis. Born from a vision for representation and generational wealth, they’re changing the game one slice at a time. 🚀💡

09/18/2025

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