Hattie McDaniel made history as the first Black actor to win an Academy Award, for her role as Mammy in “Gone with the Wind.” In March of 2021, a new memorial showcasing her life and career was unveiled. Visitors can find it near 9th and Waco in Wichita, across the street where she once lived. Read more about her and the memorial in this KMUW article.
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'Dignity And Grace': New Historical Marker Showcases The Life, Legacy Of Hattie McDaniel
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