Legacy and Struggles of G's Bend Community

Exploring the rich history of G's Bend, formerly owned by G and later by the Petway family, the chapter weaves tales of slavery, sharecropping, and the Great Depression. Tanya Petway's reflections on her family heritage, along with the intervention of the Farm Security Administration and the accidental fame of G's Bend quilts by photographer Arthur Rothstein, offer a deep dive into the community's resilience and creativity. From civil rights activism in the 1960s to the commercialization of the quilts, the chapter sheds light on the challenges faced by the community and their journey into major museums.