Join the SPL and the Somerville Fair Housing Commission for a film screening and discussion for Fair Housing Month.

We will be hosting a screening of the film Segregated by Design followed by a conversation with the Somerville Fair Housing Commission on the themes and topics it examines, including some of the topics covered in Richard Rothstein's book, The Color of Law.

About the Film:

Segregated by Design covers many of the key points found in Richard Rothstein’s comprehensive book The Color of Law. Join us to discuss how American housing segregation was not caused merely by the action of prejudiced individuals, but rather, by policies that enabled some people to enter the housing market while slamming the door shut for others.

Housing continues to be the hot-button issue in Somerville. Join us to discuss our past and the future of our city’s housing. 

Please also join us for a virtual conversation on Monday, April 24 as we dive further into Rothstein's book The Color of Law.

Copies of The Color of Law by Richard Rothstein will be available to order all month long from the Library's Catalog as well as digitally through the Hoopla and OverDrive/Libby apps. Please contact the Library if you'd like help getting a copy: 617-623-5000, ext. 2955.

Questions? Contact Kerry: keodonnell@somervillema.gov

Seating is limited so please register in advance.