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Violet Loves Rondo

by Bilal Karaca

A neighborhood’s history, carried forward

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A neighborhood’s history, carried forward

Violet’s exploration of Rondo in St. Paul links the neighborhood’s history as a center of Black culture and business with the disruption caused by I-94’s construction in the 1950s. The account also points to the community that endured and to present-day local entrepreneurs working to preserve Rondo’s legacy. Heritage, racial injustice, and community solidarity come together in a story that connects a young person’s learning with the ongoing work of remembering a place.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

  • Children interested in learning about Black history and community heritage
  • Young readers curious about the history of St. Paul’s Rondo neighborhood
  • Families and educators seeking a children’s book about community preservation

Themes

Black culture and businessNeighborhood historyRacial injusticeHeritage and remembranceCommunity solidarity

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Book overview

In Violet Loves Rondo, young Violet explores her historic Rondo neighborhood in St. Paul, Minnesota, uncovering its rich legacy as a once-thriving center of Black culture and business before it was nearly destroyed by the construction of I-94 in the 1950s. As she learns about Rondo's resilient past and the strong sense of community that endured despite racial injustices, Violet connects with present-day local entrepreneurs working to preserve its legacy. Through these experiences, she comes to understand the importance of honoring her heritage and the enduring power of community solidarity.
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