Watch CBS News

Street Beat: Detroit History

Southfield (CW50) - On this week's STREET BEAT, April Moss gives our viewers a look into Detroit's history and culture. First, she speaks with the Detroit Historical Society's Executive Director and CEO, Elana Rugh, about how they help to promote Detroit history not only in the museum walls but also throughout the city.

Elana and April
Elana Rugh, Executive Director and CEO of the Detroit Historical Society, with Street Beat Host April Moss (Credit: Logan Tesmer/CW50)

Then, we learn about the Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History with Jonathan Jones, Educator and community Outreach Coordinator.

Jonathan
Jonathan Jones, Educator and Community Outreach Coordinator for the Charles H. Wright Museum (Credit: Logan Tesmer/CW50)

Next, the Detroit Institute of Arts' Charles Garling, Director of Studio Programs, tells us how arts and culture helped them to become the town square of our community.

Charles and April
Charles Garling, Director of Studio Programs for the Detroit Art Institute, with Street Beat Host April Moss (Credit: Logan Tesmer/CW50)

Lastly, April speaks to Lonni Thomas, Market Manager of Eastern Market to learn how the oldest market in the United States is still holding strong connecting local business to the community.

Lonni and April
Lonni Thomas, Market Manager of Eastern Market, with Street Beat Host April Moss (Credit: Logan Tesmer/CW50)

Watch STREET BEAT Saturday at 8:30am on CW50

View CBS News In
CBS News App Open
Chrome Safari Continue