Building Atlanta: The Story of Herman J. Russell
202053m
Documentary, History
- Runtime
- 53m
- Genre
- Documentary
About
Building his legacy in the Atlanta skyline – the triumphs of Herman J. Russell
Herman J. Russell, born in the Jim Crow-era South, built one of the oldest and largest black-owned construction and real estate firms in the country. Since the 1960s, his company has helped shape Atlanta’s skyline, including work on the National Center for Civil and Human Rights, Mercedes Benz Stadium, State Farm Arena and many more.
Where to watch
Details
- Director
- David Hughes Duke
- Writing
- David Hughes Duke
- Status
- Released
- Released
- Feb 16, 2020
- Studio
- Living Stories, PBS
Cast
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