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The beautiful history, legacy of DC s Black Broadway U Street Corridor was once home to hundreds of Black-owned businesses. Author Briana Thomas is trying to keep that spirit alive. Author: Michael Quander Updated: 7:17 AM EDT March 15, 2021 WASHINGTON In the late 19th century to the mid-20th century, the U Street Corridor was filled with Black-owned theaters, clubs, restaurants, and bars that illuminated the neighborhood at night. It was a part of town known as Black Broadway. “If we were in time travel and went there, it would be lit! I think that’s what everyone would call it now, said Briana Thomas, author of ....