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Surviving Florida Highwayman R.L. Lewis recalls selling paintings roadside during segregation
2316330 · February 14, 2025
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R.L. Lewis, a surviving member of the Florida Highwaymen, spoke about selling paintings by the side of the road during segregation and continues to exhibit and teach; the broadcast included recollections of the group’s history and local appearances.
R.L. Lewis, identified in the broadcast as one of five surviving members of the Florida Highwaymen, told listeners that during segregation the artists sold their paintings by the side of the road because they were not allowed in white-owned galleries. Lewis described…
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