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Documentary 'Razed' Explores Loss of St. Petersburg's Black Neighborhood

2/21/2025

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"Razed" delves into the poignant history of St. Petersburg's Gas Plant district, a vibrant Black neighborhood lost to a baseball stadium in the 1980s. Through powerful personal narratives, this documentary, produced by Roundhouse Creative Studio, challenges viewers to reconsider the true cost of urban redevelopment. Don't miss its premiere on February 22.

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Story summary

"Razed" delves into the poignant history of St. Petersburg's Gas Plant district, a vibrant Black neighborhood lost to a baseball stadium in the 1980s. Through powerful personal narratives, this documentary, produced by Roundhouse Creative Studio, challenges viewers to reconsider the true cost of urban redevelopment. Don't miss its premiere on February 22.