A History of Citizens Fighting Lead Poisoning in Their Communities

For over a century, citizens have confronted lead industries, housing authorities, and elected officials to protect their health against the dangers of lead poisoning.

Produced by The National Library of Medicine and guest curated by historian and educator Richard M. Mizelle, Jr, PhD (University of Houston), this traveling banner exhibition and companion website explore the story of citizen action taken against an environmental danger.

Visit the traveling exhibit on Level 6, McGoogan Library, Wittson Hall

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