Concrete Cowboy: Philadelphia's Storied History of Black Horsemanship
Concrete Cowboy (2021). Netflix Philadelphia holds the distinction of being called “the city of Brotherly Love and Sisterly Affection.” The city is surrounded by historical significance, cultural landmarks, and ethnic diversity. But one of Philadelphia’s best-kept secrets is the Fletcher Street Urban Riding Club, a horse stable for urban youth riders and home to a thriving community of Black cowboys that have been in existence here for more than a century. It’s the mission of the club to promote horsemanship within the inner-city, provide equine therapy, and encourage academic excelle...