Horace Brazelton was the first African-American to open a professional photography studio here in Chattanooga.
His specialty: portraits.
Brazelton documented middle-class families and individuals - as well as church, civic and professional groups - from Black communities during the first half of the 20th Century, the era of Jim Crow segregation across the South.
As a photographer, a business owner and a community leader, he empowered those he served.
An exhibit of his work - “Through the Lens: The Life and Legacy of Horace Brazelton” - is now on display at Ruby Falls, through September 15th.
Stefaine Haire - a historic preservation planner - curated the exhibit.
Lara Caughman is with Ruby Falls.
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