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Westwood Horizon
The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
The student news site of Westwood High School.

Westwood Horizon
Erika Barnes, founder of the Black Makers Market, poses while at the event with her husband. "“It felt really critical that we have a space for Black families and businesses to meet the community,” Barnes said. “and then have folks learn about our creative gifts, our businesses, our brands, I feel like we need to bring that all in one space.”

Black Makers Market Highlights Black-Owned Businesses In Downtown Austin

Alessandra Ashford, Opinions Editor • March 28, 2022

On Tuesday, March 26, a sunny spring Texas afternoon, The Black Makers Market was in full swing in downtown East Austin. Created by Ericka Barnes, the Black Makers Market, in partnership with The George...

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