To wrap up my experience here in Austin, I knew I had to visit Six Square , the city’s Black Cultural District. While Black history and the contributions of Black Austinites go far beyond East Austin and Six Square, this area is definitely worth exploring for its rich array of Black-owned businesses, public art, and historic landmarks. So off I went. I began at the George Washington Carver Museum, Cultural and Genealogy Center . Located near a library and a school, the museum has excellent facilities and offers compelling content that’s essential for anyone seeking to understand the history of the Black community in Austin. At the time of my visit, there was a powerful exhibit on Juneteenth , which is still on display, along with an exhibition by a local artist. I truly enjoyed visiting this museum and gaining a deeper understanding of Austin’s past. Next, I headed to the African American Cultural Heritage Facility . Al...
“You think this trip would be only about Austin?!” Well, it could be—but TTI is giving us the chance to explore even more. Besides weekly local excursions and cultural events, we also had the opportunity to visit two other amazing places: San Antonio and Houston. Our first day trip was to San Antonio. I was really excited to get to know the city because former TTI attendees had mentioned how special it is—and they were absolutely right. Our first stop was a place called The Pearl , where there was a farmers’ market going on. That was my “princess dream,” as we say in Brazil, coming true: I LOVE street markets (especially the crafts and food!), and the whole area was so welcoming and beautiful. I really wish we had had more time to enjoy the shops, food spots, and everything the market had to offer—it was all so lovely. Next, we headed to the River Walk, a very unique area where you can take a boat ride and learn about t...